Chikina Post Doctoral Associate at University of Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Job Description:

Chikina Post Doctoral Associate
Med-Computational and Systems Biology - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (25000010)

The Chikina Group is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to join an exciting, funded project focused on developing interpretable and factorized deep learning models for diverse genomics applications. These applications span areas such as gene expression, epigenetics, and sequence-to-function modeling. The position offers an opportunity to work on cutting-edge computational approaches, including designing novel mathematical formulations and deep learning architectures to address predictive genomics challenges.

The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic about creating unconventional solutions to advance the field of computational genomics and is expected to collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team of computational biologists, machine learning experts, and experimental researchers.

Requirements:

• PhD in a technical field (e.g., Computational Biology, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related discipline).
• Strong foundation in machine learning theory and its applications.
• Proficiency in Python and PyTorch, with demonstrated experience in deep learning.
• Familiarity with sequence-to-function modeling and other genomics-related applications.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in developing interpretable machine learning models.
• Familiarity with diverse genomics data types and processing pipelines.
• Track record of publications in relevant areas.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.

Assignment Category: Full-time regular
Campus: Pittsburgh
Required Attachments: Curriculum Vitae

Assignment Category Full-time regular

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