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The Lobo Lab at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate in computational biology to advance NIH-funded research on systems biology related to development and regeneration in planarian worms.

Responsibilities: Explore mechanisms of growth and regeneration in planarian worms, leveraging interdisciplinary approaches including genetic manipulations and mathematical modeling.

Skills: Ph.D. in computational biology or related field, experience in mathematical modeling, machine learning, and bioinformatics analyses, strong communication skills, and a record of publications.

Qualifications: Ph.D. in computational biology or a related field is required, with desirable experience in mathematical modeling, machine learning, and bioinformatics.

Location: Baltimore, Washington, USA

Compensation: Not provided by employer. Typical compensation ranges for this position are between $55,000 - $75,000.

The Lobo Lab at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (lobolab.umbc.edu) is seeking a postdoctoral researcher in computational biology to join a NIH-funded project in the area of systems biology of development and regeneration.

The project will leverage the planarian worm extraordinary ability to grow, degrow, and regenerate their whole body and organs to discern the mechanisms that control growth, shape, and size regulation. Join our interdisciplinary systems biology team combining surgical and genetic manipulations, molecular assays, machine learning, mathematical modeling, and ontological formalizations to obtain a mechanistic understanding of the genetic pathways that regulate tissue growth dynamics and whole-body scale targeted shapes and sizes.

Successful candidates will have a Ph.D. in computational biology or related field. Experience with mathematical modeling, machine learning, and/or bioinformatics analyses are desirable. Successful candidates will also have a demonstrated record of publications and excellent communication skills. 

Application Instructions: to apply, please visit http://apply.interfolio.com/87851

Deadline: Full consideration will be given to those applicants who submit all materials to http://apply.interfolio.com/87851 by JULY 1, 2021. A complete submission will consist of:

1. Cover Letter with research interests and experience
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Contact information for three references

Questions regarding the position may be addressed to: Dr. Daniel Lobo, [email protected], however all application materials MUST be submitted through Interfolio.

UMBC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.