Nashville, Tennesee: Postdoctoral Positions (genetics, molecular epidemiology, biostatistics), Vanderbilt Center for Human Genetics Research

Updated On: Thursday, September 04, 2008

Job ID: 29596

Postdoctoral Positions
Vanderbilt University

Nashville, Tennessee, United States

As seen in the 29 August issue of Science:

POSTDOCTORAL POSITIONS
Vanderbilt Center for Human Genetics Research

The Center for Human Genetics Research (CHGR) at Vanderbilt University has immediate openings for seven Postdoctoral Fellows to pursue new and exciting research in human genetics using both human and model systems. The successful candidates will have a Ph.D. degree (or equivalent) in genetics, human genetics, molecular genetics, epidemiology, computational biology, bioinformatics, biostatistics, or related field. Successful candidates will work as part of established research teams in the following areas: (1) statistical and computational genetics (Marylyn Ritchie, Chun Li); (2) genetic epidemiology and bioinformatics (Dana Crawford, Marylyn Ritchie, and Jonathan Haines); (3) mitochondrial genetics (Jeff Canter, Debbie Murdock); and (4) mouse models (including quantitative trait analysis) of human disease (Michelle Southard-Smith).

The CHGR is an interdisciplinary center with over 40 faculty representing numerous clinical and basic science departments. It has a highly interactive research program organized into three thematic programs: Disease Gene Discovery, Computational Genomics, and Translational Genetics. The CHGR has substantial core facilities for family and patient ascertainment; DNA banking, genotyping, and sequencing; and computational genomics, data management, and data analysis. It occupies over 14,000 square feet of newly appointed wet and dry laboratory space. The CHGR faculty and staff enjoy the substantial benefits of the collaborative Vanderbilt atmosphere. More information about the specific CHGR Postdoctoral positions can be found at website: http://chgr.mc.vanderbilt.edu/chgr-careers/postdoc.

Interested candidates should forward their curriculum vitae and at least two letters of recommendation no later than November 1, 2008. In a cover letter, candidates should specify their postdoctoral area of interest. All materials should be sent to:

Postdoctoral Search Committee
Center for Human Genetics Research
c/o Maria Comer
519 Light Hall
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Nashville, TN 37232-0700
E-mail: recruiting@chgr.mc.vanderbilt.edu
Telephone: 615-322-7909
Fax: 615-322-1453

Pennsylvania: Postdoctoral Fellow (sleep epidemiology), Department of Psychiatry, Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine

Updated On: Thursday, September 18, 2008

Job ID: 30281

Postdoctoral Fellow
Pennsylvania State University

University Park, Pennsylvania, United States

As seen in the 12 September issue of Science:


POSTDOCTORAL FELLOW. The Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine Department of Psychiatry is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow with an M.D or Ph.D. degree to be involved in human studies. Our focus includes epidemiology and neuroendocrine mechanisms of sleep apnea, daytime sleepiness, and insomnia. Please forward a letter of interest and curriculum vitae to: Alexandros Vgontzas, M.D., Penn State College of Medicine, 500 University Drive, Hershey, PA 17033 or e-mail: avgontzas@hmc.psu.edu . For more information please see our website: http://psychiatry.hmc.psu.edu/web/psychiatry/research/sleep.

Penn State College of Medicine is committed to Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity, and the diversity of its workforce.

Ohio: Postdoctoral Researcher (epidemiology of body composition and CVD risk factors), Wright State University Lifespan Health Research Center

Postdoctoral Researcher
Wright State University

Date Posted: Sep. 16th, 2008

Job Title: Postdoctoral Researcher
Department: Lifespan Health Research Center
Department Website: http://www.med.wright.edu/lhrc
Institution: Wright State University
Dayton, OH

Application Deadline: Open until filled
Position Start Date: Available Immediately

Job Categories: Graduate Student
Post-Doc


Academic Field(s): Public Health & Epidemiology
Physiology & Biophysics
Genetics, Genomics & Molecular Biology
Cardiology/Cardiovascular Medicine
Biochemistry & Cellular Biology
Anatomy


Apply By E-mail: mary.crane@wright.edu

Job Description:

Postdoctoral Researcher to participate in epidemiological study of body composition and cardiovascular disease risk factors.

Primary focus is analyzing data collected in ongoing studies and to collaborate on manuscripts.

Opportunities exist for expanding the scope of the research.

Doctorate required by starting date in: epidemiology, genetic epidemiology, sports medicine, biostatistics, exercise physiology, anthropology, human biology, nutrition, or a related field.

Analytical background and research interests compatible with existing researchers preferred.

Ability to work independently and cooperatively within a team of established investigators is essential.

Current research interests within this team include genetic epidemiology, aging, biostatistical methods for serial analyses and the role of changes in body composition throughout the life span in the development of cardiovascular and other age-related diseases.

Review begins 09/26/08.

Open until filled.

Apply to:

Chair, Postdoctoral Search Committee, Lifespan Health Research Center, Wright State University SOM, 3171 Research Blvd., Kettering, OH 45420-4014

FAX: (937) 775-1456



EEO / AA Policy:

EO/AA Employer.

Contact: Mary Crane
Lifespan Health Research Center
Wright State University
Dayton, OH

Phone Number: 937-775-1410
Fax Number: 937-775-1456
E-mail: mary.crane@wright.edu

Hawaii: Postdoctoral Position (biomarker development), University of Hawaii in Honolulu

Postdoctoral Position
University of Hawaii

A postdoctoral position within a biomarker development project is available starting March 1, 2009 at the University of Hawaii in Honolulu. The successful applicant will help innovate and test a new isotope biomarker for sweetener dietary intake. Previous experience in the laboratory preferred.

Send C.V., pdf of one representative publication and names/email addresses of 2 scientists that may be contacted for references by November 1, 2008: Professor Hope Jahren, 309 Biomedical Research Building, SOEST, University of Hawaii, Honolulu, HI 96816; jahren@hawaii.edu (http://www.jahrenconrad.org/JLABindex.html).

Georgia: Postdoctoral Associates (Modeling Infectious Diseases), University of Georgia, Computational Ecology & Epidemiology Study Group

Employer: University of Georgia , Computational Ecology & Epidemiology Study Group (CEESG),
Location: Athens, GA, United States
Posted: September 09, 2008 Expires: December 08, 2008
Job Title: Postdoctoral Associates: Modeling Infectious Diseases
Description: The Computational Ecology & Epidemiology Study Group (CEESG), an affiliation of infectious disease modelers in the newly formed University of Georgia Faculty of Infectious Diseases (http://id.uga.edu), invites postdoctoral applicants to join the following projects:


Evolutionary ecology of infectious diseases: a theoretical study of within- and between-host diseases dynamics, emphasizing transient evolution, pathogen diversity, and host heterogeneity. PI: Andrew Park (awpark@uga.edu)
Phylodynamics of disease networks: an agent-based simulation study of the evolution of multi-strain pathogens in multi-host systems, applied to avian influenza viruses. PIs: John Drake (jdrake@uga.edu) & Pejman Rohani (rohani@uga.edu)
Ecoinformatics of emerging pathogens: a study exploring large scale geographic and evolutionary patterns in macroepidemiology. PI: John Gittleman (ecohead@uga.edu)
Multi-scale modeling of pathogen dynamics within and between hosts, focusing on influenza and tuberculosis. PI: Andreas Handel (andreas.handel@gmail.com)
Space-time dynamics of vector-borne pathogens: a geostatistical study of West Nile virus in New York City. PI: John Drake (jdrake@uga.edu)

Successful applicants may have experience in any of the quantitative sciences, including mathematics, physics, statistics or biostatistics, ecology, evolutionary biology, or computer science. Positions are for 1-3 years, with salaries ranging from $35,000-$42,000 per year (depending on experience), plus health and retirement benefits. For more details, see the CEESG website at http://dragonfly.ecology.uga.edu/ceesg. Applicants should email PIs with a statement of interest, CV, and contact information for three references. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until positions are filled.

The University of Georgia is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.

Job Type: Postdoctoral researcher
Sector: Academia
Website: http://www.uga.edu
Dept Site: http://dragonfly.ecology.uga.edu/ceesg
Hours: Full time

Pittsburgh, PA: Postdoctoral Research Fellowship, Psychiatric Epidemiology, University of Pittsburgh

Postdoctoral Research Fellowship:

The Psychiatric Epidemiology Training Program at the University of Pittsburgh announces an opening for a two-year postdoctoral fellowship. The Training Program represents a collaboration between the Department of Psychiatry in the School of Medicine and the Department of Epidemiology in the Graduate School of Public Health. Fellows have access to a diverse faculty whose expertise represents major aspects of psychiatric epidemiology, including substance use and abuse, child and adolescent psychiatry, the long-term effects of prenatal substance use, mood disorders in different populations (e.g., middle-aged women), comorbidity between depression and physical illness, and social and community psychiatry. The program is mentor-based with opportunities for formal didactic work in the areas of epidemiology, statistics, medicine, psychology, and other related fields. Candidates must have a PhD or MD with good writing and analytical skills. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents in accordance with NIH regulations. Send curriculum vita and letter stating research background and interests to:

Dr. Gale Richardson (Director: Psychiatric Epidemiology Training Program)
E-mail: gar@pitt.edu

More information regarding the training program and faculty can be found at: http://www.wpic.pitt.edu/research/psychepidtraining

NIH Extramural Loan Repayment Programs (LRPs) for Clinical Research, Pediatric Research, Health Disparities, Contraception and Infertility Research

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH NIH News
NIH Office of Extramural Research (OER)
For Immediate Release: Tuesday, September 9, 2008

NIH SUPPORTS RESEARCH CAREERS BY REPAYING STUDENT LOAN DEBT
Programs Help Increase the Pipeline of Scientists Addressing the Diseases and Disorders Affecting the Nation

NIH is now accepting applications for its extramural Loan Repayment Programs (LRPs), and is letting applicants know through it awareness-raising campaign slogan that "You do the research. NIH will repay your student loans."

The LRPs repay up to $35,000 of educational loan debt annually for individuals who commit to conducting at least two years of qualified biomedical or behavioral research at a nonprofit institution of their choice. The annual application cycle started Sept. 1 and will continue until Dec. 1, 2008, for the five extramural LRPs: Clinical Research, Pediatric Research, Health Disparities Research, Contraception and Infertility Research, and Clinical Research for Individuals from Disadvantaged Backgrounds.

"The purpose of these programs is to recruit and retain highly-qualified health professionals as scientific investigators," explained Norka Ruiz Bravo, Ph.D., NIH deputy director for extramural research. "Expanding the pool of researchers is critical to the health of our nation, and the LRPs play an important role in researcher retention." Participants receive loan repayment benefits and tax offsets, which serve as one means of helping them remain in the scientific workforce.

Each year, some 1,600 research scientists benefit from the more than $70 million NIH invests in their careers through the extramural LRPs. On average, approximately 40 percent of all new LRP applications are funded.

Applicants often learn about the LRPs from colleagues, faculty, and mentors, and many applicants report that having a mentor was an important factor in developing a successful application. To qualify for the LRPs, applicants must possess a doctoral-level degree (except for the Contraception and Infertility Research LRP); devote at least 20 hours per week to research funded by a domestic nonprofit organization or federal, state, or local government entity; have educational loan debt equal to or exceeding 20 percent of their institutional base salary; and be a U.S. citizen, national, or permanent resident.

Visit http://www.lrp.nih.gov/ for more details and to apply.