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Posted 7/18/25
Postdoctoral Position
Arizona State University
The School of Mathematical and Natural Sciences at Arizona State University is seeking a postdoctoral research scholar to join Dr. Karen Watanabe’s research team. Dr. Watanabe’s research focuses on the development of mathematical and computational models of biological systems. This position is supported by an NIH Virtual Consortium for Translational/Transdisciplinary Environmental Research (ViCTER) grant, “In Vitro to In Vivo Extrapolation of Toxicant Effects on Ovarian Function” and will focus on phthalates and developing models that extrapolate in vitro assay results to predict in vivo effects on ovarian function in mice and monkeys.
The ideal candidate will hold a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in toxicology, molecular/cellular biology, reproductive endocrinology, or bioengineering and have a strong interest in the development of mathematical/computational models for use in chemical risk assessment. Experience with the kinetics and effects of phthalates, toxicologically relevant transcription factor receptors, e.g., peroxisome proliferator-activated receptors (PPAR), or the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis in mice or monkeys is desired. We are looking for an individual who works well in an interdisciplinary team across multiple institutions and who understands the level of detail needed to develop predictive models for in vitro to in vivo extrapolation and chemical risk assessment. Our team’s long-term goal is to develop a New Approach Methodology for identifying chemicals that may cause female reproductive toxicity.
Salary Range: $61,008 to $66,000 commensurate with experience. This postdoctoral scholar appointment may be supported through 1/31/27, depending on performance and the availability of funding.
The initial application deadline is August 18, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. Applications will continue to be accepted on a rolling basis for a reserve pool. Applications in the reserve pool may then be reviewed in the order in which they were received until the position is filled or closed. A background check and official transcripts are required prior to employment. For assistance with your application, or for position-related questions, contact Norma Peru-Ray, at Norma.Peru-Ray@asu.edu
Only electronic submissions via Interfolio will be reviewed. All required materials must be submitted at the time of initial application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please submit all application materials to https://apply.interfolio.com/170326.
Posted 7/11/25
Paid Fellowship
Leidos Public Health Division
Leidos Public Health Division has a 3-month paid fellowship program for a graduate level scientist specialized in Bioinformatics science and pipeline development. The graduate fellow will work with Leidos on bioinformatics projects of public health importance. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Transcriptomics, NGS data analysis, including QC, assembly, annotation, alignment, variant detection, and preferably phylogenetic analysis of microbial genomes and metagenomes. Extensive hands-on experience with bioinformatics pipeline development using Nextflow is expected. This fellowship may be extended beyond 3 months and is open to telecommuting, location preferred Atlanta, GA.
Responsibilities
- Develop, test, and deploy bioinformatics data pipelines and workflows using Nextflow.
- Develop and execute bioinformatics algorithms and workflows in HPC (high-performance computing) environments.
- Write customs scripts and software to perform bioinformatics analysis using Python, Perl and/or R.
- Perform bioinformatics analysis using open-source bioinformatics tools as well as licensed proprietary software such as CLC Genomics Workbench and Geneious. Support modeling and simulation of evolutionary and population biological process using Bayesian inference and/or genetic algorithms.
- Use statistical analysis tools, interpret and communicate results.
- Develop tools for visualizing complex biological datasets and able to interpret and communicate results as well as uncertainty to a diverse group of customers.
- Develop and maintain highly curated genomic sequence databases, signature databases for virulence and AMR markers, strain type and pathogen type markers.
- Work together with the DevOps team in adopting best software engineering practices for tool and workflow development.
- Assist with developing standard operating procedures for bioinformatics analyses.
- Supports public health researchers in creating and submitting publication and poster presentations.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A master's degree in bioinformatics, genomics, molecular biology, genetics or related field 2+ years of hands-on bioinformatics experience through academic or research work.
- Must be a U.S. citizen
- Experience in developing pipelines using Nextflow, Snakemake, and/or Workflow Description Language (WDL).
- Experience with processing of high-throughput data and possessing strong data management and analysis skills.
- Experience working in Linux environments and broad experience with open source bioinformatics tools
- Proficient coding/scripting in Python, R, Perl
- Experience working in a high-performance computing environment
- Strong communication skills
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- A PhD degree in bioinformatics, genomics, molecular biology, genetics or related field
- Must be a U.S. citizen
- Hands on bioinformatics development experience in public health
- Experience in designing and conducting training workshops to the bioinformatics community on latest bioinformatics methods and concepts
- Previous internship or fellowship experience at the CDC or other public health agencies
ELIGIBILITY
Applicants should demonstrate a strong interest in careers focused on bioinformatics development and public health. To be eligible, candidates must:
- Must be a U.S. citizen
- Hold a Master’s or Ph.D. degree (preferred) in bioinformatics, genomics, molecular biology, genetics, or a closely related field from an accredited institution
- OR be a current Ph.D. candidate expecting to graduate by May 2026
- Be able to successfully pass a background check for CDC clearance
- Successfully complete a bioinformatics development exercise
Location: 100% remote with preference for metro Atlanta, GA
Original Posting:
July 9, 2025
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $55,250.00 - $99,875.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
Posted 3/31/25
Summer Research Position - AI for Science
University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill, USA
Are you passionate about scientific machine learning and ready to work at the cutting edge of AI for Science? The SMILE Lab at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC), housed in the School of Data Science and Society (SDSS), invites applications for a Summer Research Internship focused on computational imaging and deep learning.
As an intern, you'll have the chance to collaborate with leading scientists from:
* UNC-Chapel Hill - School of Data Science and Society
* Los Alamos National Laboratory
* Google DeepMind
You'll work on high-impact research projects in a dynamic, innovation-driven environment.
Research Focus
* Real-world challenges in medicine, energy, geoscience, and biology
* Physics-informed AI and advanced analytics for sustainable and
health- focused solutions
* Generative AI, computational wave imaging, and deep learning
frameworks
Minimum Qualifications
* Passion for scientific discovery and enthusiasm for solving
challenges in Medical imaging, Computational Wave Imaging, or
related fields.
* Advanced deep learning skills, including practical experience with
Generative AI (such as diffusion model, GANs), CNNs, RNNs/LSTMs, and
autoencoders.
* Hands-on experience with machine learning frameworks (PyTorch,
TensorFlow, Keras, etc.).
* Some research experience, preferably with publications in top-tier
AI conferences or high-impact scientific journals.
* Excellent communication skills, including writing and presentation.
* Proficiency in Python programming.
Education Requirements
* Currently enrolled graduate or undergraduate students in:
Computational Sciences, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics,
Geophysics, Electrical Engineering, or related fields
Application Requirements
1. Cover Letter
o Outline your motivation, qualifications, and relevant research
experience
o Indicate if you are considering a PhD in Data Science at UNC
2. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
o Include education, research, skills, publications, presentations,
and awards
3. One Reference Letter
o Should speak to your academic and research potential
How to Apply (Please email and submit your application online.)
1. Email Application:
Send materials to Prof. Youzuo Lin at yzlin@unc.edu Subject line: "Summer Research Internship Application - [Your Name]"
The position remains open until it is filled.
Posted 3/14/25
Laboratory Technician Position
I2 Pure
Seeking a laboratory technician to support R&D lab activities for I2Pure, a local for-profit, early-stage company. Workload is anticipated to be 8 - 12 hours per week split across 2 - 3 days. Work hours are variable depending on company need and applicant availability. Work activity will include assisting with laboratory experiments and assays, growing and culturing media plates, keeping research notes, organizing laboratory environment and maintaining laboratory hygiene, and other related tasks.
Hands-on experience in a laboratory environment is required. Educational laboratory experience may be sufficient depending upon depth of hands-on experience.
Educational focus and laboratory experience in the fields of microbiology, analytical chemistry or biochemistry is preferred.
Hourly pay is $24-30 per hour depending on experience.
I2Pure is a healthcare technology company dedicated to advancing the world of health and biosafety by preventing infections and disease through its patented, non-toxic molecular iodine platform. I2Pure’s mission is to prevent pathogenic threats to the world. Our technology can be used across virtually every facet of surgical and therapeutic interaction with human or animal tissue to prevent infection. The platform technology can be delivered via solutions, polymers and coatings and can be extended into medical devices, antisepsis, cosmetics, water safety, food safety and preservation, aquaculture and more. For more information about I2Pure, visit https://www.i2pure.com.
Posted 2/21/25
Battelle National Biodefense Institute (BNBI) Career Information Session
Battelle National Biodefense Institute (BNBI)
Battelle National Biodefense Institute (BNBI) will be hosting a virtual information session on Friday, April 4th, 2025 from 11 AM -12 PM EST. We will provide an overview of BNBI and what we do here and allow time to answer questions that students may have.
The National Biodefense Analysis and Countermeasures Center (NBACC) is a one-of-a-kind facility located on Fort Detrick in Frederick MD and is dedicated to defending the nation against biological threats. Its work supports DHS and National biodefense preparedness planning, response, emerging threat characterization and bioforensic analyses. It is the first national laboratory created by DHS in response to biodefense gaps identified following the Amerithrax attacks of 2001 and has been operated by BNBI since 2006. Since its inception, NBACC and its staff have filled critical shortfalls in our scientific knowledge of biological agents needed to protect the public and defend the Nation from biological threats, whether naturally occurring, accidental, or deliberate, and provided federal law enforcement with scientific data to support the investigation and attribution of biocrimes and protection of the US bioeconomy.
NBACC includes two centers: the National Bioforensic Analysis Center (NBFAC), which conducts technical analyses in support of federal law enforcement investigations, and the National Biological Threat Characterization Center (NBTCC), which conducts experiments and studies to obtain data required for a better understanding of biological vulnerabilities and hazards. Together these centers offer a unique national resource for understanding the risks posed by biological agents and emerging technologies to inform biodefense policy and response planning and the operational capability to support the investigation, prosecution, and prevention of biocrimes and bioterrorism.
If you would like to learn more about BNBI or what positions we currently have open, please visit our website at https://bnbi.org/.
Posted 2/3/25
AI Intern / Developer / Manager / Director / CTO / Co-Founder
Jeeva Clinical Trials Inc
Seeking a highly talented and energetic hands-on full-stack AI Intern / Developer / Manager / Director / CTO / Co-Founder candidate for our investor-backed startup in Northern Virginia at seed-stage, to join our growing team to revolutionize clinical trials with AI. Depending on the candidate's experience and skills, the level can be negotiated with an opportunity to grow rapidly.
The ideal candidate will be nerdy, loves coding, is a strategic thinker, works at high speed, understands and fits in a fast-paced startup culture, requires little or no supervision, and strives to "earn value" in the startup by contributing and delivering value to this proven B2B SaaS platform to simplify, standardize, and streamline the end-to-end of clinical trial management. The platform is built on the AWS Django tech stack. The startup has 18 clients and growing rapidly. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to make a huge difference in a short time to revolutionize the most critical process of bringing new life-saving therapies to patients who are desperately waiting.
If you are a driven candidate, passionate about making a difference in human health and extending life, email your resume and a 1-page letter of interest toharsha@jeevatrials.com. Be sure to explain "why you? and why Jeeva?"in your email. We anticipate multiple positions will be open between now through Summer 2025.
Posted 12/10/24
Assistant/Associate Professor of Biology
The Louisiana Scholars' College
The Louisiana Scholars' College, the state's selective-admission honors college of the liberal arts and sciences, located at Northwestern State University of Louisiana, seeks applications from broadly trained individuals to fill a tenure-track position as an Assistant/ Associate Professor of Biology with an anticipated start date of August 11, 2025. Review of applications will begin immediately.
To Apply:
Interested qualified candidates should send, by email, cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, all college transcripts, representative publications or a dissertation chapter, and contact information for three professional references to the address listed below. Women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Official transcripts must be received prior to any offer of employment.
Assistant/ Associate Professor of Biology Search Committee
Louisiana Scholars' College
Northwestern State University
Natchitoches, LA 71497
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/louisiana/jobs/4742163/assistant-associate-professor-of-biology