BACKGROUND

A bioinformatic postdoctoral position is available at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine working with Dr. Jiang Qian. We are interested in developing and applying computational approaches to the single cell transcriptomic analysis of retinal cells, with an emphasis on construction of regulatory networks involved in retinal development and degeneration. We have been working on a variety of projects, including identification of protein-DNA interactions (Cell, 2009; eLife, 2013), characterization of transcription factor-microRNA interaction patterns (NAR, 2008), analysis of gene expression in different tissues (Nature Neuroscience, 2010), determination of the dynamics of splicing events during development (NAR, 2011), DNA methylation and tissue specific expression (NAR, 2013; Epigenetics & Chromatin, 2013), and DNA methylation and eye disease (Arch Ophthalmol, 2012; Cell Rep, 2013). For more details of our research, please visit http://bioinfo.wilmer.jhu.edu.

REQUIREMENTS

We are seeking highly innovative and motivated individuals with bioinformatic experience with strong programming skills and a background in statistics. The ideal applicant would also have experience in RNA-seq and single cell analysis, but such experience is not a requirement. Additionally, a non-biological background with strong training in another area of science (e.g., physics or statistics) would also be appropriate.

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants should forward a CV, and the names and contact information of 3 references to Dr. Jiang Qian (jiang.qian[at]jhmi.edu).