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University of Virginia – Biostatistician / Statistical Geneticist
Company NameUniversity of Virginia
Position TitleBiostatistician / Statistical Geneticist
Company Information
The University of Virginia is a proudly public institution, consistently ranked among the best universities in the United States for excellence and value. UVA serves the Commonwealth of Virginia, the nation and the world by advancing knowledge and preparing students to be citizen leaders who are guided by empathy, integrity and truth.
Duties and Responsibilities
The Department of Genome Sciences at the University of Virginia School of Medicine seeks a Biostatistician. The Biostatistician will work in the lab of Dr. Ani Manichaikul on statistical analysis of human genetic and molecular ‘omics studies. Analytical responsibilities will include analysis of genomic, proteomic and metabolomics data, bulk and single-cell transcriptomics data, quantitative trait locus mapping of gene expression, protein and metabolite measures, and integrative genetic analysis of common and rare disease variants. Collaborative efforts will include an emphasis on post-GWAS studies including whole genome sequence analysis, targeted analysis of candidate genes, and integrative analysis of genomic and transcriptomic data in studies of heart failure, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, cardiovascular disease, and atherosclerosis.
Position Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Master's degree
Preferred Qualifications
Education: Master's or higher degree in Biostatistics, Genetics, Epidemiology, or a related field with substantial coursework in the field(s) of interest
Experience with statistical software (R or Python); a strong work ethic; the ability to work independently combined with willingness to work in a highly interactive and collegial group; and excellent written and oral communication skills. Additional desired qualifications include experience working with large-scale multi-center studies; working knowledge of existing tools for genetic analysis and data management; Unix shell scripting; and experience working in a Unix / Linux environment
Salary RangeCommensurate with education and experience
Benefits
Benefits are comprehensive and include health care, vision, dental, retirement, disability, dependent care resources and more. For more information see https://hr.virginia.edu/benefits
Position or Company Websitevirginia.edu
Application Instructions
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