University of Michigan Research Fellow Genetic Epidemiology The Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology, invites applications for a post-doctoral fellow to work on genetic epidemiology projects related to obesity, liver disease, and cardiovascular disease. Work will involve leading analyses related to human genetic data from various datasets and integration of this data with expression and metabolomic data. Necessary qualifications for the position include a PhD degree in Biostatistics, Genetics, Epidemiology, Computer Programming or a related discipline; knowledge of statistics, programming, and human genetics; experience with statistical software (R, SAS); a strong work ethic; the ability to work independently combined with willingness to work in a highly interactive and collegial group; and excellent written and oral communication skills. Experience in the management of large datasets using Perl, Java or C++ programming skills is highly desirable. Familiarity with a Unix/Linux environment is a must. This is an opportunity to work in a challenging and rewarding research area that constantly poses new scientific and statistical problems. Applicants should email/send resume, academic transcripts (if graduated within the last 5 years), and at least three letters of reference to: Elizabeth Speliotes M.D., Ph.D., M.P.H., c/o Jeff Cole 6520E MSRB I, SPC 56822 1150 West Medical Center Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48109-56822, email: jcole@umich.edu. Applicant review will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled. The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. The University of Michigan offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits. Ann Arbor is a progressive city of about 100,000, with excellent schools and a wide variety of sporting and musical activities. It is rated very highly in national surveys for its quality of life and has the amenities of a city many times its size Contact: Jeffery Cole University of Michigan Ann Arbor, MI United States Email: jcoleumich.edu
