Postdoctoral Scholar Research

Responsibilities

• Analyze high-throughput omics data (e.g., GWAS, WGS, RNA-seq, methylation, lipidomics, microbiome, single-cell).
• Develop and implement novel statistical and machine learning methods for multi-omics integration.
• Prepare manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals, assist with grant writing, develop independent grant proposals, and deliver presentations at scientific conferences.
• Collaborate within interdisciplinary teams and work independently.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications: Doctoral degree from an accredited institution and appropriate experience and training within a selected area of specialization. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Postdoctoral Fellow.
• Prior experience in Bioinformatics, Biostatistics/Statistics, Statistical Genetics, Genetic Epidemiology or related fields is preferred.
• Strong record of peer-reviewed publications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in shell scripting and programming (R, Python, C, C++, or Java) within UNIX/Linux environments, especially for handling large, diverse data files.
• Experience analyzing human sequence data using bioinformatics tools (e.g., SAMtools, GATK, Picard) and genetic databases (e.g., Ensembl Genes, 1000 Genomes, ESP, HapMap).

About Us

The Health Informatics Institute (HII) at the University of South Florida is dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged, and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF’s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

About USF

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference.

Compliance and Federal Notices

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application/interview process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.