BACKGROUND

Interdisciplinary Center for Biotechnology Research and Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Florida are seeking a Postdoctoral Associate in the areas of machine learning and bioinformatics. The major research focus is on developing and applying machine learning and statistical methodologies to address the computational challenges of analyzing millions of sequences generated by next-generation pyrosequencing technologies for various biological and ecological applications.

REQUIREMENTS

A Ph. D. degree in computer science, electrical engineering, bioinformatics, or related field; strong background in machine learning, statistics and mathematics; excellent communication skills; ability to effectively work individually and as part of a team; proficiency in C, C++ and Matlab; experience with managing large-scale data sets; biology background is a plus but not necessary.

TERMS

Time-limited: 1-year contract with possible 2-year extension depending upon performance.

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants should submit a CV, statement of research accomplishments and career goals, and the names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of three references to: Dr. Yijun Sun: sunyijun[at]biotech.ufl.edu