Two‐year, renewable post‐doctoral position to work in the areas of statistical genetics and
genomics. This position will allow for the development and implementation of innovative statistical and machine
learning approaches for analysis of genetics and genomics data. We are particularly interested in applicants who
have experience with methods and analysis of big data, especially genetics and genomics datasets. However, we
will consider qualified applicants with experience in other related research areas.
The successful applicant is expected to participate actively both in collaborative research projects and applied
methodological research. The position also has potential for teaching opportunities for interested applicants.
Successful applicants are highly motivated, dependable, and have excellent communication and writing skills.
Strong programming skills are required in R and/or SAS. Additional background with high‐level programming
languages such as Python, and experience with Linux cluster computing environment is strongly preferred.
Candidates should hold a PhD or equivalent doctoral degree in statistics, biostatistics, or closely related
quantitative fields with strong computing skills. Applications will be considered until the position is filled.
Institution Information. The Department of Biostatistics believes that the cultural and social diversity of our
faculty, post‐docs, staff, and students is vitally important to the distinction and excellence of our research and
academic programs. We are eager to have join our ranks a colleague who supports our institutional commitment
to ensuring BU is inclusive, equitable, diverse, and a place where all constituents can thrive. The School of Public
Health actively seeks to enrich its student, post‐doc, and faculty ranks, recognizing that diversity of experience
deepens the intellectual endeavor. We seek to embed—within our curricular and co‐curricular activities—the
principle that pluralism within a learning community is a source of insight and effectiveness.
Boston University is an AAU institution with a rich tradition dedicated to inclusion and social justice. We are
proud that we were the first American university to award a Ph.D. to a woman and we continue that tradition
of educating a diverse and talented student body. The School of Public Health takes the University’s
commitment even further with its own detailed plan for fostering a diverse and inclusive community.
Application. Interested applicants should send the following materials to Dr. Ching‐Ti Liu (ctliu@bu.edu) with
subject line “Application for Postdoctoral Associate Position: [Your Name]”: curriculum vitae, a cover letter
detailing research experience, career goal, and how they will contribute to our goals to engender a more
inclusive and diverse school, and contact information for three references.
Boston University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin,
disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are a VEVRAA Federal
Contractor.