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via American Public Health Association (APHA), Public Health CareerMart posted_at: 8 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
The Pyrimidine and Purine Metabolism Unit at the National Human Genome Research Institute, Bethesda, Maryland, is seeking a full-time genetic counselor. The position supports a genomic research program intramurally funded by NHGRI. This is an exciting opportunity for applicants passionate about developing long-term relationships with patients and families affected by rare genetic conditions. It... is an ideal position for applicants with at least The Pyrimidine and Purine Metabolism Unit at the National Human Genome Research Institute, Bethesda, Maryland, is seeking a full-time genetic counselor. The position supports a genomic research program intramurally funded by NHGRI. This is an exciting opportunity for applicants passionate about developing long-term relationships with patients and families affected by rare genetic conditions. It... is an ideal position for applicants with at least three years of clinical experience seeking opportunities to develop an expertise in the area of clinical research and inborn errors of metabolism. The position is local but telework-eligible.

For more details, please visit this page (or paste the following address in your browser, https://www.genome.gov/careers-training/NHGRI-Jobs/Genetic-Counselor).

We kindly request that you provide names and contact information of three or more references in support of your application (one referee from among your supervisors, one referee from your peer group, and one referee from among trainees whom you had supervised).
• Master’s degree in genetic counseling or human genetics from a training program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Genetic Counseling (ACGC).
• Board-certified by ABMG or ABGC
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Post-doctoral positions are available in the laboratories of Drs. Anand Swaroop and Tiansen Li to pursue innovative studies and develop novel gene therapies using retina or organoids as a model system. The applicants should have a PhD or MD/PhD (graduated since 2020) in cell or developmental biology, biochemistry, neurobiology, or genetics, with an excellent publication record. Candidates with... proven experience in chromatin architecture, membraneless Post-doctoral positions are available in the laboratories of Drs. Anand Swaroop and Tiansen Li to pursue innovative studies and develop novel gene therapies using retina or organoids as a model system. The applicants should have a PhD or MD/PhD (graduated since 2020) in cell or developmental biology, biochemistry, neurobiology, or genetics, with an excellent publication record. Candidates with... proven experience in chromatin architecture, membraneless organelles, RNA-binding proteins, high resolution microscopy, AAV-based therapeutics, and/or relevant new technologies will be given preference. Successful fellows will have a strong passion to conduct independent scientific research and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Annual stipend will be commensurate with experience and training.

For more information, visit https://nei.nih.gov/research/research-labs-and-branches/neurobiology-neurodegeneration-repair-laboratory and https://www.nei.nih.gov/research/research-labs-and-branches/ocular-gene-therapy-core.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter with career goals, potential research projects of interest, curriculum vitae with publications, and contact information of three references to either Anand Swaroop, Ph.D., Senior Investigator and Chief, NNRL/NEI/NIH at swaroopa@nih.gov or Tiansen Li, Ph.D., Senior Investigator and Head of the Ocular Gene Therapy Core, NEI/NIH at lit4@mail.nih.gov.

The National Institutes of Health is dedicated to building a diverse community in its training and employment programs. The Department of Health and Human Services, National Institutes of Health, and the National Eye Institute are equal opportunity employers
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The Intramural Research Program of the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) at the National Institutes of Health is seeking a postdoc to join the Systems Biology and Genome Engineering Section (SBGE), in Bethesda, Maryland. The Intramural Research Program of the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) at the National Institutes of Health is seeking a postdoc to join the Systems Biology and Genome Engineering Section (SBGE), in Bethesda, Maryland. Show more details...
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Postdoctoral positions are available in the laboratory of Dr. Daphne W. Bell, within the Cancer Genetics and Comparative Genomics Branch of the National Human Genome Research Institute, at NIH. Postdoctoral positions are available in the laboratory of Dr. Daphne W. Bell, within the Cancer Genetics and Comparative Genomics Branch of the National Human Genome Research Institute, at NIH. Show more details...
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• Applications will be reviewed on a rolling-basis. CDC Office and Location: A fellowship opportunity is available with the Communications, Education, and Behavioral Studies Branch, Division of Tuberculosis Elimination (DTBE), within the National Center for HIV, Viral Hepatitis, STD and TB Prevention (NCHHSTP) at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in Atlanta, Georgia... The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is • Applications will be reviewed on a rolling-basis.

CDC Office and Location: A fellowship opportunity is available with the Communications, Education, and Behavioral Studies Branch, Division of Tuberculosis Elimination (DTBE), within the National Center for HIV, Viral Hepatitis, STD and TB Prevention (NCHHSTP) at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in Atlanta, Georgia...

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is one of the major operation components of the Department of Health and Human Services. CDC works to protect America from health, safety and security threats, both foreign and in the U.S. Whether diseases start at home or abroad, are chronic or acute, curable or preventable, human error or deliberate attack, CDC fights disease and supports communities and citizens to do the same.

Research Project: This project will provide genomic data analysis as part of a growing national, molecular surveillance program for Neisseria gonorrhoeae with a focus on detection of antibiotic resistance and antibiotic resistance mechanisms. The project supports capacity building of whole genome sequence technology, integrated genomic analysis pipelines and automated data visualization and reporting for the public health action to identify and respond to resistant Neisseria gonorrhoeae. The fellowship will support the optimization of quality initiatives and data management strategies. This fellowship may provide opportunities for hands-on wet-lab processing of whole genome sequencing to genomic analyses of isolates of concern from local jurisdictions.

Learning Objectives:
• Providing customized or guided computational support within a team environment
• Evaluating existing methods for genomic data analysis
• Developing, validating, optimizing and implementing analysis pipelines for genomic data analysis
• Performing bioinformatics analyses of large-scale genomics data, processing data through genomic data analysis pipelines.
• Participation in the automation of analyses and data visualization for reporting
• Integrating statistical analysis to project design and data interpretations
• Providing data management recommendations, being a team supporter in development of database
• Partnering with department personnel and researchers in the institution
• Preparing summaries, presentations, manuscript sections and figures for the visualization and publication of complex data and results
• Hands-on preparation of bacterial specimens for next-generation sequencing. Learn best-practices for optimal whole genome sequencing of bacterial species, Neisseria gonorrhoeae
• Enhance professional growth and development by reviewing current literature and by participation in educational programs, workshops, conferences, and in-service meetings

Mentor(s): The mentor for this opportunity is Kim Gernert (nin1@cdc.gov). If you have questions about the nature of the research please contact the mentor(s).

Anticipated Appointment Start Date: May 1, 2023. Start date is flexible and will depend on a variety of factors.

Appointment Length: The appointment will initially be for one year, but may be renewed upon recommendation of CDC and is contingent on the availability of funds.

Level of Participation: The appointment is full-time.

Participant Stipend: The participant will receive a monthly stipend commensurate with educational level and experience.

Citizenship Requirements: This opportunity is available to U.S. citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs).

ORISE Information: This program, administered by ORAU through its contract with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to manage the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE), was established through an interagency agreement between DOE and CDC. Participants do not become employees of CDC, DOE or the program administrator, and there are no employment-related benefits. Proof of health insurance is required for participation in this program. Health insurance can be obtained through ORISE.

The successful applicant(s) will be required to comply with Environmental, Safety and Health (ES&H) requirements of the hosting facility, including but not limited to, COVID-19 requirements (e.g. facial covering, physical distancing, testing, vaccination).

Questions: Please visit our Program Website. After reading, if you have additional questions about the application process please email ORISE.CDC.NCHHSTP@orau.org and include the reference code for this opportunity.

Qualifications

The qualified candidate should have received a bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree in one of the relevant fields, or be currently pursuing a master's or doctoral degree with completion before June 1, 2023. Degree must have been received within the past five years.

Preferred skills:
• Interest in public health, data analytics, informatics;
• Knowledge of prokaryotic genomics;
• Interest in antibiotic susceptibility and resistance mechanisms;
• Interest in or previous wet-lab experience in microbiology, whole genome sequencing;
• Demonstrated initiative in evaluating, troubleshooting and implementing new technologies;
• Knowledge of NGS technology and bioinformatics analysis for Illumina NGS data;
• Interest in automation of analysis pipelines, data visualization (PowerBI, Tableau, R);
• Proficiency in at least one high level scripting and programming language (PERL, Python, JAVA, R);
• Knowledge of databases using available software packages (SQL, MySQL) is a plus;
• Strong oral and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills;
• Interest in joining a service-oriented team, to provide high-quality data, analyses and reporting to the public health community
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The National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) seeks applicants for a position of a genetic counselor at the NIH Clinical Research Hospital in Bethesda, Maryland. The National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) seeks applicants for a position of a genetic counselor at the NIH Clinical Research Hospital in Bethesda, Maryland. Show more details...
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Location: Bethesda, Maryland Application Deadline: Rolling Contact: View email address on genome.gov Location: Bethesda, Maryland

Application Deadline: Rolling

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A full-time postdoctoral fellowship position is available at the Center for Research on Genomics and Global Health (PI: Dr. Charles Rotimi) in the National Institutes of Health. A full-time postdoctoral fellowship position is available at the Center for Research on Genomics and Global Health (PI: Dr. Charles Rotimi) in the National Institutes of Health. Show more details...
via Cell Career Network - Cell Press posted_at: 21 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Associate Director, Epidemiology and Genomics Research Program (EGRP) Division of Cancer Control and Population Sciences (DCCPS) Office of the Director National Cancer Institute National Institutes of Health Department of Health and Human Services The Person: The NCI is seeking an innovative leader to serve as the Associate Director, Epidemiology and Genomics Research Program (EGRP) in the Division of Cancer Control and Population Sciences (DCCPS), Associate Director, Epidemiology and Genomics Research Program (EGRP)

Division of Cancer Control and Population Sciences (DCCPS)

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The Person: The NCI is seeking an innovative leader to serve as the Associate Director, Epidemiology and Genomics Research Program (EGRP) in the Division of Cancer Control and Population Sciences (DCCPS), National Cancer Institute (NCI) and reports directly to the Director, DCCPS. The mission of the DCCPS is to provide national and international leadership in supporting research in surveillance, epidemiology, health services, behavioral science, and cancer survivorship with the goal of reducing the burden of cancer in America. EGRP supports research in human populations to understand determinants of cancer occurrence and outcomes and translate findings to clinical and public health interventions. For more information on the division... go to https://cancercontrol.cancer.gov/index.html.

The Associate Director, EGRP coordinates the development and implementation of the mission of the EGRP to advance innovative research in human populations to understand determinants of cancer occurrence and outcomes and translate findings to clinical and public health interventions. They establish the scientific and strategic priorities for the program and advance the activities of five unique branches by allocating resources, staff, and assignments. The Associate Director also oversees the large-scale prospective Cancer Epidemiology Cohorts (CECs), a rich resource of data and biospecimen collections from diverse populations, with great potential for innovative research into cancer risks and outcomes following cancer diagnosis. Specifically, the Associate Director, EGRP is responsible for leading EGRP management and operations, including research budget planning and execution, grant portfolio management, and communications; overseeing a $200M research portfolio of approximately 300 grants, as well as interagency agreements, contracts, and numerous partnership initiatives; overseeing the implementation of numerous scientific initiatives in areas including, but not limited to, metabolic dysregulation and cancer risk, new cohorts to assess environmental exposures, patient engagement and cancer genome sequencing, cannabis and cannabinoid use in adult cancer patients during treatment, and climate change; overseeing approximately 45 scientific and administrative staff, supervising 7 staff members directly; and facilitating collaborations including with the NIH Institutes and Centers, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and many non-governmental organizations

The Associate Director, EGRP oversees the following five branches:
• Clinical and Translational Epidemiology Branch, which stimulates, promotes, and supports cancer epidemiologic research to identify clinical, genomic, and lifestyle factors that improve outcomes for cancer survivors. The branch also supports research that examines factors associated with cancer development among individuals with underlying diseases and conditions. Environmental Epidemiology Branch which promotes and supports epidemiologic research on modifiable risk factors and cancer in diverse populations to inform and advance the prevention and control of cancer. Genomic Epidemiology Branch which stimulates and supports epidemiology research in diverse populations to advance scientific knowledge on individuals’ innate susceptibility to cancer to inform prevention and control practices. Methods and Technologies Branch which supports innovative cancer epidemiology research, including development and adaptation of laboratory and technical approaches for large studies in human populations. Risk Factor Assessment Branch which develops, supports, and stimulates assessment of modifiable risk factors among individuals and diverse populations across the cancer continuum to inform and advance health promotion.

Position Requirements: Applicants must possess a doctoral level degree (e.g., Ph.D. or M.D.) in an academic field related to the health sciences or allied sciences appropriate to the work of this position and equivalent experience. The candidate must be an experienced scientist with expertise in cancer epidemiology and genomics research to manage innovated epidemiology and genomics research programs in human populations to understand determinants of cancer occurrence and outcomes and translate findings to clinical and public health interventions. The candidate must have expert knowledge of current advances and developments in cancer epidemiology and genomics research to advise NCI leadership on emerging trends and future research. The candidate must have experience collaborating with a broad range of senior medical, scientific and management staff within the NCI and across NIH, other government agencies, academic institutions and the private sector. Of special importance are strategic and scientific vision, leadership skills, and experience in the development and management of cancer epidemiology and genomics research programs and technologies, strong fiscal responsibility, an understanding of new trends in cancer research, awareness of the complex challenges facing epidemiology and genomics research, and the ability to collaborate within and between complex organizations.

Salary/Benefits: This position will be filled under a Title 42 excepted service appointment. Salary is competitive and will be commensurate with the experience of the candidate. A recruitment or relocation bonus may be available, and relocation expenses may be paid. A full package of federal Civil Service benefits is available, including retirement, health and life insurance, long term care insurance, leave, and a Thrift Savings Plan (401K equivalent). The successful candidate may be subject to a background investigation and public financial disclosure requirements.

Location: Location of the position will be as advertised but may be negotiable with certain participating program areas after selection and an onboarding period. If a remote opportunity is negotiated, the selected individual must adhere to all regulations and policies regarding remote work at NIH and in the federal government, including the signing of a remote work agreement.

How to Apply: Applicants must submit a current curriculum vitae, bibliography, and full contact details for three references. In addition, applicants must prepare two statements: a vision statement and a statement that addresses the specific qualification requirements (please limit both statements to two pages each). Apply to the vacancy at https://service.cancer.gov/nci-scss.do#/. NCI will begin accepting applications on March 1, 2023, and plans to have the position open for 30 days.

You may contact Kelly Barch at Kelly.Barch@nih.gov for more information about this vacancy, as well as for questions regarding the general application process.

HHS, NIH and NCI are Equal Opportunity Employers
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via Careers Mount Sinai posted_at: 23 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Strength Through Diversity Groundbreaking science. Advancing medicine. Healing made personal... Roles & Responsibilities: The Center for Disease Neurogenomics at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai is seeking a highly motivated Computational Biologist to work in the field of Machine Learning. The post will suit an ambitious and talented individual who is interested in applying his/her skills at the interface of human disease and genetics. The Strength Through Diversity

Groundbreaking science. Advancing medicine. Healing made personal...

Roles & Responsibilities:

The Center for Disease Neurogenomics at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai is seeking a highly motivated Computational Biologist to work in the field of Machine Learning. The post will suit an ambitious and talented individual who is interested in applying his/her skills at the interface of human disease and genetics. The candidate is expected to apply existing machine learning methods and develop new methods and software tools for the multi-scale single-cell transcriptome and epigenome analysis.

The successful candidate will work in a small focus group interested in developing ML algorithms to understand the genetic architecture and etiopathogenesis of Alzheimer's disease, through the lens of multi-scale single-cell profiles of brain transcriptome and regulome affected with Alzheimer's disease. The candidate is expected to develop new computational methods for the multi-scale modeling of single-cell transcriptome and regulome as well as apply state-of-the-art computational tools to omics data analysis and integration. Depending on the candidate’s interests and backgrounds, specific projects may include but are not limited to studies of human brain immune cells on AD biology, neuropsychiatric disorders, deep manifold learning of disease progression, large-scale integration of multi-omic single-cell profiles, and any other open questions in single-cell brain omics.

This position has the opportunity on developing or enhancing skills in machine learning, single-cell genomics, and big data analytics. The appointed researcher will be embedded in an interdisciplinary team of clinicians, wet lab scientists, bioinformaticians, statistical geneticists, and computational biologists. We will provide you with an engaging, flexible research environment to advance your career: freedom to pursue your interests, interaction across disciplines, and a competitive salary.

The candidate should also have a strong background and experience in machine learning as well as one or more of the following areas: single-cell genomics, multi-variable statistics, open-source software development, or bioinformatics; strong programming skills using Python or R; effective communication skills; self-motivated and independent.
• Development of new machine learning methods to aid research in understanding the genetic architecture and etiopathogenesis of Alzheimer's disease.
• Perform rigorous and reproducible integrative analysis of large-scale single-cell genomic, transcriptomic, epigenetic, proteomic, and other omics data in healthy and disease states.
• Critically evaluate state-of-the-art machine learning tools for omics data analysis and integration
• Develop and maintain single-cell methods and software tools
• Annotate and interpret human genome data using genetic/genomic/biological databases
• Publish and present novel research findings in academic journals and conferences.
• Participate in the preparation of manuscripts, grants, and presentations.

Requirements:
• Ph.D. in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Biology, Biomedical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Genetics, Biophysics, Biochemistry, Immunology, or related fields
• At a minimum, 2 years of experience in machine learning or related data science
• Previous experience in single-cell genomics, multi-variable statistics, or bioinformatics is preferred
• Outstanding programming skills in at least two of these languages on a Linux environment: Python, R, Perl, Java, and C++
• A strong track record of software code version control (i.e., GitHub), or contribution to open-source software development is a plus
• Demonstrated experience designing computational methods and tools, including prior experience with algorithms relevant to computational biology, and skill and experience with statistical analysis
• Experience working in high-performance computing (HPC) environment
• Track record of delivering complex scientific projects through high-impact factor publications
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with the ability to work to tight timelines, both independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team

Strength Through Diversity

The Mount Sinai Health System believes that diversity, equity and inclusion are drivers for excellence. We share a common devotion to delivering exceptional patient care. Yet we’re as diverse as the city we call home- culturally, ethically, in outlook and lifestyle. When you join us, you become a part of Mount Sinai’s unrivaled record of achievement, education, and advancement as we revolutionize medicine together and participate actively as a leader within the Mount Sinai Health System by:
• Serving as the primary resource management representative of the Mount Sinai leadership teams, committees, etc., and acting as the primary executive leader interface between Mount Sinai and key executives from the health systems’ vendors and partners.
• Engaging with relevant thought leaders and policy-makers at the federal and state levels, and representing the Health System as assigned.
• Using a lens of equity in establishing and promoting policies and procedures and providing opportunities for all to thrive.
• Confronting racist, sexist or other inappropriate behavior and challenges exclusionary organizational practices and serving as a role model to promote anti-racist behaviors.
• Inspiring and fostering an environment of anti-racist behaviors among and between departments and co-workers.

We work hard to acquire and retain the best people, and to create a welcoming, nurturing work environment where you can develop professionally. We share the belief that all employees, regardless of job title or expertise, can make an impact on quality patient care.

Explore more about this opportunity and how you can help us write a new chapter in our story!

Who We Are

Over 42,000 employees strong, the mission of the Mount Sinai Health System is to provide compassionate patient care with seamless coordination and to advance medicine through unrivaled education, research, and outreach in the many diverse communities we serve.

Formed in September 2013, The Mount Sinai Health System combines the excellence of the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai with seven premier hospital campuses, including Mount Sinai Beth Israel, Mount Sinai Beth Israel Brooklyn, The Mount Sinai Hospital, Mount Sinai Queens, Mount Sinai West (formerly Mount Sinai Roosevelt), Mount Sinai Morningside (formerly Mount Sinai St. Luke’s), and New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai.

The Mount Sinai Health System is an equal opportunity employer. We comply with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate, exclude, or treat people differently on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

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Compensation

The Mount Sinai Health System (MSHS) provides a salary range to comply with the New York City Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements.
The salary range for the role is $96,461.00 - $144,692.00 Annually.
Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and hospital need.
The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits
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