Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Van Allen Lab

Overview

The Dana-Farber Cancer Institute seeks a POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOW, under the Van Allen lab (http://vanallenlab.dana-farber.org/), to work on the analysis of new datasets generated in the context of multiple clinically oriented cancer sequencing projects. Our research effort includes collaborative work with the division faculty members on identification of cancer risk, risk mitigation, early detection, prevention, delivery of cancer care and health policy. The Van Allen lab is an interdisciplinary and highly collaborative laboratory with diverse scientists from various scientific domains leading exciting cancer research.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Focusing on developing new algorithms, including agentic artificial intelligence approaches, for the clinical integration of integrative molecular profiling and large-scale datasets (e.g., pathology images and clinical notes) to enable new discoveries across multiple patient contexts.
• Evaluating and integrating existing tools and databases into high-throughput pipelines.
• Facilitating the display and distribution of processed data.
• Related projects and responsibilities include:
• Creation of artificial intelligence algorithms that effectively integrate molecular, pathology/image, and clinical data for prediction and biological discovery.
• Potential clinical sequencing to guide the care of cancer patients.
• Studies of coding, non-coding, RNA, and spatial-based drivers of cancer development and treatment response.
• Studies of patient samples for tumor behavior and clinical outcomes in the context of immunotherapy.

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• A Ph.D. in bioinformatics, genetics, statistics, mathematical, physical, or computer science, or comparable research experience, along with significant experience in machine learning, computer programming, computational biological applications.
• A strong background in statistics and biology. Experience managing and curating large datasets and with machine learning techniques desired.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to perform both self-directed and guided research are required.
• Must demonstrate outstanding personal initiative and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to meet deadlines and efficiently multitask is a must.
• Ability to effectively collaborate across a range of individuals with different comfort toward computational biology, including oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to seek out mentorship and assistance as needed, while also being a mentor to other members of the community.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Background in machine learning
• Background in cancer biology
• Experience with R and/or Python
• Experience with cloud computing
• Willingness to learn new languages and tools as the field grows

ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS

• This position will involve co-mentoring of students joining the group as described above, with opportunities for growth in developing multi-disciplinary teams that are project-oriented.
• Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
• EEO Poster.
• Pay Transparency Statement
• The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.
• For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
• $72,000.00 - $76,385.00

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