Available Positions
We are looking for researchers to join our group at the University of Chicago! See below for information on positions for postdocs, graduate students, data scientists, undergrads, and high school students.
Ideal candidates will have a quantitative background and interest in computational analysis of genomic data. We mainly recruit individuals with computer programming experience, but depending on the position, also welcome inquiries from candidates with other backgrounds if their research interests align with the lab's focus.
If you find our research interesting and want to apply, please follow the guidelines below.
Postdoctoral Associates
If you are interested in joining the lab as a postdoc, you are encouraged to email Ran, and provide a brief cover letter detailing research experience and interests, your CV, and contact information for three references. Informal inquiries are always welcome. The ideal candidate would be motivated to conduct independent research, and hold a PhD in genetics, bioinformatics, evolutionary biology, computer science, statistics, microbiology, anthropology, or a related field, with a solid publication record. Candidates should have a strong analytical background, have experience with analysis of genomics data, and fluency in at least one programming language.
Graduate Students
We are currently recruiting for graduate students to join the lab at the University of Chicago! We accept students from across UChicago Biosciences Graduate Programs, including:
- Genetics, Genomics and Systems Biology (GGSB)
- Human Genetics
- Microbiology
- Ecology and Evolution
- Molecular Metabolism and Nutrition
Candidates would ideally have a quantitative biology education, with experience in computer programming and genomic data analysis. However, we also welcome inquiries from students who don't have computational experience but are eager to learn. If you are interested, please first email Ran to discuss fit, providing a short introduction, a CV, your transcript, and contact information for two references.
Bioinformaticians / Data Scientists
We are looking to recruit staff scientists in bioinformatics or data science. This position will focus on analysis of genomics data, and especially processing, integration, and visualization of multi-omic data using machine learning. If you are interested, you are encouraged to email Ran with an informal inquiry, and provide a brief cover letter detailing research experience and interests, your CV, and contact information for three references.
Undergraduates
We welcome undergraduates interested in training in computational genomics and participating in our research. Email Ran with a short introduction, a brief CV, and your transcript.
High School Students
We welcome inquiries from high school students interested in taking part in our research. Email Ran with a short introduction and a brief CV.
Working at The University of Chicago
Founded in 1890, the University of Chicago is among the top research universities in the world.
UChicago provides a highly collaborative environment with cutting edge research institutions and centers, including the Duchossois Family Institute, the Microbiome Center, the Institute for Translational Medicine, the Institute for Population and Precision Health, and the Center for Translational Data Science.
In addition, we benefit from working with several research facilities and cores, including the University of Chicago Genomics Facility, the UChicago Research Computing Center, and the Center for Research Informatics.
UChicago offers strong support for graduate students and postdocs. UChicagoGRAD is an excellent resource for postdocs and grad students, and can provide help with career development, family resources, fellowship advising and writing, housing resources, and much more.
Living in Chicago
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