Position:	Postdoctoral Scholar - Plant Bioinformatics
Institution:	Michigan Technological University
Location:	Houghton, Michigan, United States
Duties:	The research will focus on the analysis and interpretation of “omics” data generated from Populus trichocarpa, with specific emphasis on identification of regulatory and signaling networks and associated regulatory factors that are located downstream of the Rop GTPase-TORC nutrient sensing and signaling relay. The methods include fundamental bioinformatics analysis and advanced statistical and mathematical modeling. Novel method development will be encouraged but not absolutely required. The successful candidate will be responsible for presenting findings and interpretation regularly to internal and external groups and publishing the research results and methodology and is expected to work independently in a laboratory setting
Requirements:	Ph.D. in Bioinformatics, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Computational Science, and Engineering, or other STEM Majors earned within 72 months of the date of application
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Students Faculty/Staff Alumni Parents Industry Tech Links A to Z Banweb Campus Map Canvas Email MyMichiganTech Safety Data Sheets Website Settings Human Resources Home HR Job Openings Postdoctoral Scholar - Plant Bioinformatics Apply now Job No: 23018 Department: College Forest Resources & Envr Sci Work Type: Staff - Full Time Location: Main Campus (Houghton, MI) Full Time / Part Time: Full Time Categories: Biology, Mathematics, Forestry To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Michigan Technological University is an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution/Equal Opportunity Employer that provides equal opportunity for all, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. If you require any auxiliary aids, services, or other accommodations to apply for employment, or for an interview, at Michigan Technological University, please notify the Human Resources office at 906-487-2280 or humanresources@mtu.edu . Job Description Summary A two-year post-doctoral position will be available to work on omics-data analysis in the laboratory of Dr. Hairong Wei at the College of Forest Resources and Environmental Science, Michigan Technological University. Research will focus on identifying regulatory and signaling networks and associated regulatory factors downstream of the Rop GTPase-TORC nutrient sensing and signaling relay using fundamental bioinformatics analysis and advanced statistical and mathematical modeling. Novel method development will be encouraged to facilitate the data modeling for identifying the target genes and network. Michigan Tech attracts world-class staff and faculty who enrich the educational experience of smart, motivated, and adventurous students. Applicants who are committed to promoting a sense of belonging and contributing to an equitable and inclusive learning environment for all are strongly encouraged to apply (https://www.mtu.edu/diversity-inclusion/). Dr. Wei's group has developed a series of tools and software pipelines for facilitating gene expression data analysis and knowledge discovery from omics data. For example, Top-down GGM Algorithm and Bottom-up GGM algorithm for constructing multilayered gene regulatory networks (GRNs), JRmGRN for constructing a cross-tissue GRN and multiple tissue-specific GRNs by modeling omics data from multiple tissues jointly, HB-PLS: Huber loss - Berhu penalty and Partial Least Squares for identifying pathway regulators, TF-Cluster for identifying regulatory genes that function in a collaborative network to regulate a biological process or a complex trait and Huber-ENET and Huber-Lasso for predicting the target genes of a transcription factor of interest. Essential Duties & Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned) The research will focus on the analysis and interpretation of “omics” data generated from Populus trichocarpa, with specific emphasis on identification of regulatory and signaling networks and associated regulatory factors that are located downstream of the Rop GTPase-TORC nutrient sensing and signaling relay. The methods include fundamental bioinformatics analysis and advanced statistical and mathematical modeling. Novel method development will be encouraged but not absolutely required. The successful candidate will be responsible for presenting findings and interpretation regularly to internal and external groups and publishing the research results and methodology and is expected to work independently in a laboratory setting. Apply safety-related knowledge, skills, and practices to everyday work and commit to learning about continuous improvement strategies and applying them to everyday work. Required Education, Certifications, Licensures (minimum requirements) Ph.D. in Bioinformatics, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Computational Science, and Engineering, or other STEM Majors earned within 72 months of the date of application. Required Experience (minimum requirements) Experience in R Programming Experience in publishing research articles Desirable Education and/or Experience Quantitative research background is expected. Required Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities (minimum requirements) Basic statistical and mathematical knowledge Skills in R Programming Applicants should be able to speak and write in English effectively Desirable Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities Biological knowledge in omics data analysis is desired. Knowledge and skills in mathematical and/or statistical modeling of biological data are desired. Programming knowledge in Python or Perl is expected. Knowledge of Unix/Linux Platform is desired. Language, Mathematics and/or Reasoning Skills Applicants should be able to speak and write in English effectively Work Environment and/or Physical Demands The work environment is that of a typical office and/or lab setting. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. Required Training and Other Conditions of Employment Every employee at Michigan Technological University will receive the following 4 required trainings; additional training may be required by the department. Required University Training: Employee Safety Overview Anti-Harassment, Discrimination, Retaliation Training Annual Data Security Training Annual Title IX Training Background Check: Offers of employment are contingent upon and not considered finalized until the required background check has been performed and the results received and assessed. Other Conditions of Employment: The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment. This is not an E-Verified Position. Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) % (1=100%) 1 FLSA Status Exempt Appointment Term 12 months Shift Pay Rate/Salary Title of Position Supervisor Professor Posting Type Internal & External Posting Dependent on Funding True Special Instructions to Applicants (if applicable) Interested applicants should upload a current Curriculum Vitae, a letter of interest, and a statement of prior research and experience, one to three publications in PDF format, and the names and contact information of 3 referees. The position is expected to begin September 4, 2023, and go until August 31, 2025. Working remotely may be considered with this position for applicants living in the United States. Additional Information Michigan Technological University, one of the four major research universities in the State of Michigan, is located in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula adjacent to Lake Superior. The community offers a small-town environment with outstanding four-season recreational opportunities. Michigan Tech is located in Houghton, MI on the south shore of Lake Superior. Michigan Tech is proud to be an ADVANCE Institution that has thrice received National Science Foundation support to increase diversity, inclusion, and the participation and advancement of women and underrepresented individuals in STEM. (see https://www.mtu.edu/advance/). Michigan Technological University is an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution/Equal Opportunity Employer, that provides equal opportunity for all, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Required Education, Certifications, Licensures* (minimum requirements) Advertised: 26 Jan 2023 Eastern Standard Time Applications close: Back to search results Apply now Refer a friend Send me jobs like these We will email you new jobs that match this search. Great, we can send you jobs like this, if this is your first time signing up, please check your inbox to confirm your subscription. The email address was invalid, please check for errors. You must agree to the privacy statement Subscribe Recaptcha Privacy agreement Search results Position Location Closes Postdoctoral Scholar - Plant Bioinformatics Main Campus (Houghton, MI) A two-year post-doctoral position will be available to work on omics-data analysis in the laboratory of Dr. Hairong Wei at the College of Forest Resources and Environmental Science, Michigan Technological University. Research will focus on identifying regulatory and signaling networks and associated regulatory factors downstream of the Rop GTPase-TORC nutrient sensing and signaling relay using fundamental bioinformatics analysis and advanced statistical and mathematical modeling. Novel method development will be encouraged to facilitate the data modeling for identifying the target genes and network. Michigan Tech attracts world-class faculty and staff who enrich the educational experience of smart, motivated, and adventurous students. Applicants who are committed to promoting a sense of belonging and contributing to an equitable and inclusive learning environment for all are strongly encouraged to apply (https://www.mtu.edu/diversity-inclusion/). Current Opportunities Position Location Closes Postdoctoral Scholar - Plant Bioinformatics Main Campus (Houghton, MI) A two-year post-doctoral position will be available to work on omics-data analysis in the laboratory of Dr. Hairong Wei at the College of Forest Resources and Environmental Science, Michigan Technological University. Research will focus on identifying regulatory and signaling networks and associated regulatory factors downstream of the Rop GTPase-TORC nutrient sensing and signaling relay using fundamental bioinformatics analysis and advanced statistical and mathematical modeling. Novel method development will be encouraged to facilitate the data modeling for identifying the target genes and network. Michigan Tech attracts world-class faculty and staff who enrich the educational experience of smart, motivated, and adventurous students. Applicants who are committed to promoting a sense of belonging and contributing to an equitable and inclusive learning environment for all are strongly encouraged to apply (https://www.mtu.edu/diversity-inclusion/). Powered by PageUp Subscribe to jobs Applicant Sign In Search Cmte Sign In Chief Financial Officer and Senior Vice President, Administration Interested candidates can find out more detail and apply here through Parker Executive Search. Provost and Senior Vice President, Academic Affairs Interested candidates can find out more detail and apply here through Parker Executive Search. 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