POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP ON STATISTICAL GENETICS, GENOMICS OR GENETIC EPIDEMIOLOGY

The Section on Statistical Genetics in the Department of Biostatistics at the University of Alabama at Birmingham is accepting applications from statistical and other scientists for postdoctoral positions in Statistical Genetics, Genetic Epidemiology and/or Microarray Analysis. Several appointments are anticipated. Starting dates are open and flexible. Appointments will be for two years, with possible extension for another year. Salary is commensurate with qualifications but in all cases equals or exceeds NIH post-doctoral stipends.

The training program is designed for postdoctoral trainees with doctoral degrees and some prior training or expertise in the statistical, mathematical, computational, or biological sciences who seek training at the interface between statistical and molecular genetics.

Criteria for selection include demonstrated research ability in statistics or a relevant scientific discipline, interest and (to a lesser degree) experience in project areas, strength in computation and in verbal and written communication, and genuine commitment to methodological and cross-disciplinary research in quantitative genetics.

Women, persons with disabilities, and members of underrepresented minority groups are particularly encouraged to apply. US citizenship or permanent resident status is not required, but US citizenship or permanent residents are given priority consideration.

Application should consist of a letter of interest containing addresses, telephone numbers and citizenship status; names of three of references, a CV with publication record and/or thesis topic, and a one-page statement of interest. Please submit the application to:

David B. Allison, Ph.D., Chair, Search Committee
Professor & Head, Section on Statistical Genetics
Department of Biostatistics
Ryals Public Health Bldg 317
1665 University Blvd
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham, AL 35294-0022
Phone: (205) 975-9169
Fax: (205) 975-2540
Email: dallison@uab.edu

University of Alabama at Birmingham 5th in the Nation: The Scientist's "US Academic Institutions Best Places to Work" survey (Nov. 2008). Postdocs cite career development & networking opportunities as strengths (Mar. 2008).