Postdoctoral Fellow-MSH-32910-031

About the role

A computational postdoctoral position is available immediately in Human Genetics and electronic data mining for a faculty member’s research lab in the Department of Artificial Intelligence and Human Health, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York.

Responsibilities

• Work on large-scale cutting-edge sequencing, genotyping and functional data.
• Have substantial input to the specific nature of your research project.
• Benefit from collaborations with neighboring labs in the Charles Bronfman Institute for Personalized Medicine, Department of AIHH and GGS.

Qualifications

• Ph.D., M.D. or equivalent doctorate with a strong background in human genetics, population genetics, bioinformatics, computational biology, or a related discipline.
• Proficiency in programming (e.g. Perl or Python) and statistical computing (e.g. R).
• A strong track record of scientific productivity and/or leadership.

Employer Description

The Mount Sinai Health System is committed to fostering an environment where everyone can contribute to excellence. We share a common dedication to delivering outstanding patient care. When you join us, you become part of Mount Sinai’s unparalleled legacy of achievement, education, and innovation as we work together to transform healthcare. We encourage all team members to actively participate in creating a culture that ensures fair access to opportunities, promotes inclusive practices, and supports the success of every individual.

News

The Mount Sinai Health System is ranked among the top hospitals in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai is ranked No. 11 nationally in National Institutes of Health funding and in the 99th percentile in research dollars per investigator according to the Association of American Medical Colleges. Newsweek’s “The World’s Best Smart Hospitals” ranks The Mount Sinai Hospital as No. 1 in New York and in the top five globally, and Mount Sinai Morningside in the top 20 globally.

Compensation

The salary range for the role is $72,500 - $80,000 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and operational need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.