A Senior Computational Research Scientist position is immediately available in the lab of Dr. Jinghui Zhang. This position is available for REMOTE working options.

Dr. Jinghui Zhang, Member, in the Department of Computational Biology, is searching for a highly motivated candidate inspired to pursue cutting-edge research involving long-read sequencing technology. Under the supervision of Dr. Zhang, a world leader of methods development and cancer genomics, the candidate will be developing and applying new analytical approaches to study complex genomic architecture, genetic predisposition and treatment resistance using long-read sequencing data. The candidate will have the opportunity to get training in broad-scope research skills and interact with multi-disciplinary collaborators to explore the use of long-read technology from the perspective of haplotype phasing, complex re-arrangements and transcription regulation. 

The successful candidate shall have excellent training and experience in bioinformatics analysis. Additional training and experience in genetic variation, epigenetics and cancer genomics are highly desired. The candidate is expected to be a critical thinker, a quick learner for new analytical approaches, and capable of implementing novel computational methods for solving complex problems. Candidate must have a doctoral degree (PhD or MD), an excellent publication record, and great communication skills.

Recognized as a world leader of genomic research and an elected Fellow of the International Society for Computational Biology (ISCB), Dr. Zhang has led high-impact research in the development and application of innovative computational methods, discovering novel targets and accelerating research and genomic data sharing to advance the diagnosis, treatment and surveillance of pediatric cancers and survivors. The Zhang lab has a great track record in mentoring and training as 11 former postdoctoral fellows or staff members now hold independent faculty positions and 3 are in leadership positions in industry. 

 St. Jude provides a highly interactive and supportive environment for researchers’ career development.

Minimum Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Computer Science, or related field.

• Master's degree or PhD preferred.

Minimum Experience:

• Minimum Requirement: Bachelor's degree and 7+ years of relevant experience.

• Experience Exception: Master's degree and 5+ years of relevant experience (OR) PhD with 2+ years of relevant experience.

• Rough criteria for this position based on publication output: 1-2 first-author papers IF > 10 (or equivalent contribution to other research outputs).

• Prior experience in computational research techniques and processes.

• Proven performance in earlier role/comparable role.

Compensation

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