Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Machine Learning: The School of Biomedical Engineering at the University of British Columbia is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow for the AI in Medicine Lab. This role involves applying machine learning techniques to innovative problems in cancer genomics, transcriptomics, spatial transcriptomics, and large-scale bioinformatics.
Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Machine Learning for Genomics, Transcriptomics, and Bioinformatics
Designation
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Details Table
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Research Area | AI in Medicine, Genomics, Bioinformatics |
| Location | Vancouver, BC, Canada |
| Expected Pay | $70,000 per year + benefits |
| Contract Type | Full Time |
| Initial Appointment | 16 months (with extension possibility) |
| Anticipated Start Date | March 16, 2026 or mutually agreed date |
| Reference Number | PDFO-59005 |
Eligibility/Qualification
- Ph.D. in bioinformatics, computer science, computational biology, or related field (obtained within the last 5 years)
- Strong experience in deep learning for high-dimensional omics datasets
- Familiarity with transcriptomic analysis tools (e.g., Seurat, Scanpy, DESeq2)
- Desirable experience in spatial transcriptomics and multi-modal data integration
- Proficient in Python, R, and ML libraries such as PyTorch or TensorFlow
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Job Description
The successful candidate will:
- Design and implement machine learning models for bulk and single-cell genomics and transcriptomics.
- Analyze spatial transcriptomic datasets to understand tissue organization and disease states.
- Develop integrative models that combine genomics with pathology images or time-series data.
- Participate in large collaborative studies alongside manuscript and grant writing.
- Mentor junior trainees and coordinate with clinicians and research partners (for senior roles).
How to Apply
Applicants must complete the following steps for their application to be reviewed:
- Apply through the UBC system.
- Fill out a mandatory form.
Last Date for Apply
Applications will be reviewed starting March 1, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.
For inquiries, please contact:
- Dr. Ali Bashashati: ali.bashashati@ubc.ca
- H. Farahani: h.farahani@ubc.ca
For more information and to apply, please refer to the UBC job portal with reference number PDFO-59005.
