Postdoctoral Fellow-MSH-30001-337

About the Role

A highly motivated postdoctoral fellow is recruited to conduct computational biology research in the field of spatial biology at the Department of Genetics and Genomic Sciences at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (ISMMS). The postdoc will join a leading spatial biology lab directed by Dr. Guo-Cheng Yuan, known for developing widely recognized tools such as Giotto, ONTraC, and spatialDWLS for spatial transcriptomics analysis. The lab has made major contributions to understanding the molecular mechanisms of cancer, hematological, and neurological diseases through extensive collaborations.

The postdoctoral fellow will develop innovative machine learning/AI methods and software packages for multi-scale, multi-modality spatial omic data analyses and integration, with applications in human diseases. The role offers opportunities to collaborate with world-class data scientists and clinicians at ISMMS, advancing precision medicine.

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative machine learning and AI methods for multi-scale, multi-modality spatial omic data analysis and integration.
• Create and maintain software packages for spatial transcriptomics and related fields.
• Apply computational approaches to study molecular mechanisms of human diseases, including cancer, hematological, and neurological disorders.
• Collaborate with diverse experts in basic and clinical research at ISMMS.

Requirements

• PhD degree in a quantitative field (e.g., computational biology, bioinformatics, computer science, statistics, or related disciplines).
• Strong analytical, machine learning, and programming skills.
• Prior experience in analyzing spatial transcriptomics data.
• Demonstrated productivity through first-author peer-reviewed publications.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

About the Institution

The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (ISMMS) is an international leader in medical and scientific training, biomedical research, and patient care. The Mount Sinai Health System is one of the largest academic medical systems in the New York metro area, comprising over 48,000 employees across eight hospitals, 400+ outpatient practices, 300+ labs, a school of nursing, and a leading school of medicine and graduate education.

Mount Sinai advances health for all by tackling complex healthcare challenges through innovation, research, and education. The institution is consistently ranked among the top hospitals by U.S. News & World Report, including high "Honor Roll" status, and is a leader in NIH funding and global smart hospital rankings.

Pay

The salary range for this role is $72,500 – $80,000 annually. Actual salaries depend on experience, education, and operational need. This range does not include bonuses, incentive pay, or other forms of compensation or benefits.