美国北亚利桑那大学招聘信息生物学方向博士后

2015年01月13日

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摘要：

The Informatics and Computing Program at Northern Arizona University is seeking a post-doctoral scholar to join its new Big Data in Bioinformatics research team. This highly applied, research-heavy group is focused on designing High Throughput Sequence data computational and data mining tools for applications in pathogen detection, environmental/clinical metagenomics, and rare variant (quasispecies) determination. Due to the highly interdisciplinary nature of the research, individuals from fields ranging from Statistics to Molecular Biology are encouraged to apply, provided they meet the programming experience requirements.

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:
* Design and implementation of research projects
* Training of graduate and undergraduate research students.
* High Throughput Sequence data analysis
* Software development, testing, and execution
Minimum Qualifications
* An earned PhD in Computer Science, Statistics, Bioinformatics, Genomics, Computational Biology or a related field by the time of the appointment
Preferred Qualifications
* Demonstrated experience with at least one programming/scripting language
* Demonstrated experience with High Throughput Sequencing data analysis
* Experience with statistical/modelling packages (R, Matlab, SAS, or equivalent)
* Proficiency with common Bioinformatics databases and tools
* Experience with high performance and/or parallel computing environments
* Experience with scripting languages (C-Shell, Python, Perl, or equivalent)
* Experience with object oriented programming languages (C++, Java, or equivalent)
* Working knowledge of basic data structures (trees, hashes, arrays, etc)
* Strong publication record
* Experience and/or commitment to work effectively with NAU's diverse faculty, staff, and student populations.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
* Demonstrated understanding of Molecular Biology concepts
* Proficiency in UNIX operating system environment
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Experience programming in UNIX environment
* At least basic or intermediate understanding of database access and design
* Ability to work effectively in diverse, interdisciplinary research environments
General Information
Northern Arizona University requires satisfactory results for the following: a criminal background investigation, an employment history verification and a degree verification (in some cases) prior to employment. You may also be required to complete a fingerprint background check.

Additionally, as an employer in the state of Arizona, NAU is required to participate in the federal E-Verify program that assists employers with verifying new employees' right to work in the United States.
Salary
$50,000.
FLSA Status
This position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and therefore will not earn overtime or compensatory time for additional time worked.
Benefits
This is a Service Professional (SPF) position. NAU offers an excellent benefit package including generous health, dental and vision insurance; participation in the Arizona State Retirement System or the Optional Retirement Program; 22 days of vacation and 10 holidays per year; and tuition reduction for employees and qualified dependents. More information on benefits at NAU is available at http://hr.nau.edu/benefits/elig_enroll .

Service Professionals are hired on a contract basis, renewable each 6 months according to terms of the Conditions of Professional Service, which may be found at: http://hr.nau.edu/sites/default/files/files/Conditions%20of%20Service%20Professional%20Dec%202012%20Rev.pdf/.

Employees offered a position will be eligible for state health plans (including NAU's BCBS Plan). New employees are eligible for benefits on the first day of the pay period following their enrollment, after their employment date. Employees will have 31 days from their start date to enroll in benefits. If a new employee chooses the ASRS retirement option, participation in the Arizona State Retirement System, and the long-term disability coverage that accompanies it, will begin on the first of the pay period following 6 months after the new employee's start date. New employees who choose to participate in the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP), which is an alternative to the ASRS plan for faculty and other appointed staff, will begin to participate on the first day of employment. Additionally, the long-term disability plan that accompanies the ORP will begin on the first day of employment. More information is available at: http://hr.nau.edu/benefits/elig_enroll.
Application Deadline
Open until further notice.
How to Apply
* A curriculum vitae, cover letter, three references and a letter of recommendation is required. Please send the letter of recommendation to Gretchen Povlsen at gretchen.povlsen@nau.edu.

To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply Now" button on this page. You must submit your application by clicking on the "Submit" button by midnight of the application deadline. If you need assistance completing your application there are instructions available on line at http://hr.nau.edu or in person in the Human Resources Department located in Building 91 on the NAU Campus - on the corner of Beaver and DuPont Streets.

If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process please contact the Affirmative Action Office at 928-523-3312/TDD - 928-523-1006 or PO Box 4083, Flagstaff AZ 86011.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Northern Arizona University is a committed Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. NAU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples.

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