A full-time postdoctoral research fellowship is available to advance cancer epidemiology research through genomic methods and risk modeling.

Contribute to study design, project implementation, project management, data analysis, and manuscript preparation
Collaborate with multidisciplinary researchers across the University of Maryland School of Medicine and with national and international academic partners
Use genomic methods and analytical approaches to integrate existing datasets with genomic and phenotypic data
Develop and refine risk prediction models for complex diseases and traits
Analyze complex genomic datasets and support statistical modeling for cancer, oncogenic viral infections, and other non-communicable diseases (NCDs)
Develop and manage a database and coordinate study and research projects
Conduct qualitative and quantitative research and perform systematic reviews
Prepare manuscripts for peer-reviewed journal publication
Support protocol development, study design and implementation, supervision of junior researchers, presentations at national and international conferences, and grant writing

Strong quantitative and analytical skills
Proficiency in one or more statistical or programming platforms: R, Python, SAS, or Stata
Experience working with complex datasets and epidemiologic analyses
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams
Excellent organizational, record-keeping, and project management skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
Interdisciplinary mindset and commitment to collaborative research
Outstanding interpersonal, communication, and time-management skills

Comprehensive benefits package emphasizing wellness, work/life balance, and professional development
Additional employee perks
Retirement program (pension or optional retirement plan/ORP) selected at hire and effective on the date of hire
Generous PAID leave package including over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year
15 paid holidays
3 personal leave
Unlimited accrual of sick time
Comprehensive health insurance
Professional learning and development programs
Tuition remission for employees and dependents at any University System of Maryland school
Flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job)

Apply online through the University of Maryland School of Medicine website: https://www.umaryland.edu/jobs/
Reference Job ID #260000ZZ
Include: cover letter, CV, research statement, writing sample, and contact information for three professional references
Applications received until December 18; reviewed on a rolling basis with review beginning immediately

Postdoctoral Fellow/Research Associate/Data Scientist in Cancer Epidemiology Research

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