PostDoctoral Associate
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
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PostDoctoral Associate

University of Minnesota, Twin Cities

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Posted:
February 17, 2021
Location:
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Salary:
48426.00 - 53760.00

Job Duties/Responsibilities: Duties include working on a large-scale genome-wide association study and whole genome sequencing analyses of psychopathology and addiction.

50% Conduct analysis of behavioral genetic data (e.g., GWAS, twin/adoption studies)

25% Manuscript preparations for peer-reviewed journals, including writing, editing, making figures, proofing and revisions

25% Discuss and plan new avenues of investigation. Assist in drafting proposals to procure research funding as needed.

Anticipated starting date is flexible. Initial appointment will be for 12 months but is renewable annually up to a maximum of three years, contingent upon satisfactory performance and availability of funding

Required Qualifications: 

Ph.D. in field related to statistical genetics or behavior genetics (e.g., Psychology, Biostatistics, Computation Biology), to be completed by the start of employment. Candidates should be able to demonstrate authorization to work in the United States at the University of Minnesota by the start date. 

Experience with genetic studies of behavior.

 

Desired Qualifications: 

Experience conducting genetic association study meta-analysis of complex traits and disease for common and rare variants.

Ph.D. in relevant field and with background in statistical or psychiatric genetics

Excellent written communication skills as demonstrated by scientific publications

Excellent organizational and time management skills

Proven ability to problem solve and excellent interpersonal skills
 

Internal Number: 339320
About University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
The University of Minnesota, founded in the belief that all people are enriched by understanding, is dedicated to the advancement of learning and the search for truth; to the sharing of this knowledge through education for a diverse community; and to the application of this knowledge to benefit the people of the state, the nation, and the world.
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