Research Associate in Biology: The Department of Biology at the University of Virginia is seeking a highly qualified individual for a postdoctoral appointment under the mentorship of Prof. Nicholas Landry. The position offers an opportunity to study the spread of contagion on networks in an interdisciplinary setting.
- Table of Research Associate Positions:
| Position ID | Location | Job ID | Qualifications |
|---|---|---|---|
| R0033816 | Charlottesville | R0033816 | Molecular biology or related discipline |
| R0064535 | Charlottesville | R0064535 | Plant genetics and molecular breeding experience |
| R0063541 | Charlottesville | R0063541 | Lab experience; cell culture, molecular biology |
| R0063301 | Charlottesville | R0063301 | Data analysis, numerical modeling, or remote sensing |
- Designation: Research Associate in Biology
- Location: Charlottesville, Virginia, United States of America
- Eligibility/Qualification:
- A Ph.D. in a relevant field (e.g., Epidemiology, Public Health, Network Science, Computational Biology, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Data Science, Complex Systems, etc.) by the start date.
- Exemplary knowledge of data analysis, network science or statistical modeling, and programming in Python or a similar language.
- Familiarity with infectious disease epidemiology.
- Ability to work independently and lead a research project from the ground up.
- Research Area: The successful candidate will study the spread of contagion on networks through focus areas including dynamical models, Bayesian Inference, higher-order network structure, and software development.
- Job Description: The position will involve developing realistic models for the spread of diseases and ideology on networks, reconstructing networks and disease dynamics from observational data, developing higher-order measures sensible for the spread of diseases and information, as well as scientific Python software development to support research and facilitate the dissemination of results. The candidate will also have considerable freedom to tackle any related topics of interest.
- How to Apply: Interested candidates should apply online at UVAJobs and attach a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, research statement, and contact information for three references.
- Last Date for Apply: Review of applications will begin on October 15, 2024, but the position will remain open until filled.
This position offers a competitive salary, discretionary funds, and a benefits package, with a flexible start date from February 2025 to September 2025. For additional information, interested individuals can contact nicholas.landry@virginia.edu or visit the official website. For inquiries about the application process, please contact Richard Haverstrom, Academic Recruiter, at rkh6j@Virginia.edu.
