Summary

The Human Genome Sequencing Center is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Associate to conduct advanced research in genomic sequencing, structural variant detection, and bioinformatics tool development. This position offers an opportunity to work on large-scale human genome projects, develop cutting-edge informatics resources, and contribute to innovative approaches in disease research.

Job Duties

• Plans, directs, and conducts specialized genomic research utilizing third-generation sequencing (SMRT PacBio, Oxford Nanopore Technologies) and next-generation sequencing (Illumina, RNA-seq).
• Performs comparative genomics, structural and single nucleotide variant detection, and DNA methylation analysis.
• Develops and benchmarks bioinformatics tools for long-read sequencing technologies.
• Designs frameworks and workflows for large-scale genomic data analysis 
• Conducts genome assembly and metagenomics data analysis.
• Develops innovative kits for variant resolution in complex genomic regions.
• Summarizes research findings and publish results in peer-reviewed journals.
   

Minimum Qualifications

• MD or Ph.D. in Basic Science, Health Science, or a related field.
• No experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong expertise in long-read sequencing technologies (PacBio, Oxford Nanopore) and Illumina sequencing.
• Experience with genomic data analysis, tool development, and large-scale research projects.
• Proficiency in bioinformatics programming, computational workflows, and data interpretation.