Post-Doctoral Research Associate

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Posted: 11-Mar-24

Location: Richardson, Texas

Salary: Open

Categories:

Research - Laboratory/Non-Laboratory
Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 25621

Posting Number: S05513P

Department: Bioengineering

Salary Range: up to 66,000 DOQ

Pay Basis: Monthly

Position Status: Regular full-time

Location: Richardson

Job Description:

The Cao Lab is seeking to recruit outstanding postdocs to join us in the Department of Bioengineering at the University of Texas at Dallas. The Cao Laboratory utilizes and develops cutting-edge single cell omics, imaging and microfluidics tools to investigate on lineages commitment, cell type evolution and cell-cell interactions (e.g. Cao et al., Nature 2019; Lemaire et al., Science Advances, 2021; Chen et al., Plos Biology, 2022). Our research aims to elucidate the gene regulatory grammar in embryogenesis and cancer development (please visit https://labs.utdallas.edu/caolab for more details).
You will ideally have a strong background in bioinformatics and statistics and prior experience in the analysis single-cell and other types of high-throughput data (e.g., RNA-seq, ATAC-seq, ChIP-seq, CUT&TAG, and chromatin interaction). You should also have a PhD in a relevant subject, a sound understanding of molecular biology, and a strong publication track record in bioinformatics or related fields. You will be expected to be able to work independently, interact well in a dynamic multidisciplinary team environment, and be able to communicate ideas and results clearly.
The Cao lab is well funded by the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD), and the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT). A competitive salary, determined by candidates' backgrounds and experience, is offered, with the minimum benchmark meeting or exceeding NIH standards.
If you would like to know more about the role and projects, please contact Dr. Chen Cao: [email protected]

Minimum Qualifications:

Ph.D in a related field.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Ph.D. in Bioinformatics, Bioengineering, or biological science-related discipline with at least three years of experience in analyzing high-throughput sequencing data.
  
• Ability to lead and direct teams of researchers including graduate students and postdocs.
  
• This position will require strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work in a multidisciplinary team environment.

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