Research Scientist

The Research Scientist is expected to carry out advanced research in primary care and cancer epidemiology/prevention in Dr. Li's research team in the Department of Family Medicine, and manage the research projects, epidemiologic and clinical data, and biospecimen.

QUALIFICATIONS

Qualified candidates must have a PhD degree in bioinformatics, or molecular/genomic epidemiology, and have significant and productive research experience in the area of bioinformatics, statistical genetics, biostatistics, or GI cancer epidemiology. Candidates must present evidence of the following:

• A strong record of first authored, peer-reviewed publication in statistical genetics, biostatistics, GI cancer epidemiology, and/or bioinformatics

• Significant expertise and experience in population and clinical research, database design and management, and biospecimen management

• Strong skills in statistical analysis and programming using R, C, SAS, Matlab, etc.

To APPLY:

Please apply HERE.Complete an application online with the following documents:

• CV

• Cover letter

• References

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THIS IS A HYBRID POSITION

For questions about the application process, please contact Eric Allen, Academic Recruiter at uth9qh@virginia.edu

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PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs

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