Post Doc Research Fellow, Computational Biology

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Work type: Full-time Faculty
Location: Grand Forks
Categories: Post Doctoral Research Fellow

Salary/Position Classification

  • 55,000+ Annual, Dependent on Experience, Exempt
  • 40 hours per week
  • This position will work onsite at UND Grand Forks, ND campus

Purpose of Position

The Rane Lab at the Department of Biology invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher position to join the theoretical immunology group led by Dr. Rane. The postdoctoral fellow will work directly with Dr. Rane on investigating the dynamics of the immune system in both health and disease. Funds may be available for conference travel/professional development. This appointment is contingent on the availability of external funding. The initial appointment is expected to be for one year, full-time and benefitted, with potential for renewal for a second year, contingent on the availability of funding and satisfactory performance.     

Established in 1883, the University of North Dakota is the oldest research university in North Dakota. Founded with a strong liberal arts foundation, it is the state’s flagship university and is classified by the Carnegie Foundation as having very high research activity. UND offers degrees in more than 225 fields of study and enrolls nearly 16,000 students. It is the home of the state’s only School of Law and School of Medicine. The School of Medicine and Health Sciences has major initiatives in rural and public health, and Aerospace is home to one of the first and largest unmanned aerial vehicle programs in the world. 

UND is located in Grand Forks, North Dakota, a vibrant college town of over 57,000 people located on the border of North Dakota and Minnesota. Short commutes, a great public-school system, high quality medical facilities, low crime, ample parks and theaters, and a cost of living below that found in large American cities are some of Grand Forks’ advantages. Ranked as one of the top 5 Best Small College Towns, and America’s Best Hockey Town, Grand Forks offers stellar quality of life without the metropolitan hassles. 

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Develop and refine computational, mathematical, and statistical models to understand and explain biological phenomena. 
  • Create algorithms to integrate large and diverse datasets into theoretical frameworks for modeling complex biological systems. 
  • Collaborate closely with leading experts in the fields of experimental immunology and computational biology. 
  • Contribute to the generation of impactful research findings in the realm of immunology, with potential applications to areas such as cancer research, cell biology, and ecology. 
  • Present research at meetings and write manuscripts and grants. 

Required Competencies

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • The ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
  • Programming proficiency.
  • A demonstrated interest in immunology, cancer research, cell biology, or ecology is advantageous, though not mandatory.

Minimum Requirements

  • Ph.D. in biology, mathematics, physics, engineering, or computer science
  • Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Ph.D. in applied mathematics or bioinformatics 
  • Prior experience applying applied mathematics, physics, engineering, or computer science to biology or related fields.
  • Proficiency in one or more programming languages, including but not limited to Python, R, C++, Stan, etc. Publications that demonstrate expertise in areas related to this project.
  • Immunology knowledge

To Apply

To assure full consideration, applications must be received by 02/26/2026 and include the following materials:

  • C.V. 
  • Cover Letter 
  • Two letters of recommendation  
  • Unofficial transcripts. Please note that the selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts upon hire. 

The position is open until filled. 

Questions can be directed to Dr. Sanket Rane at sanket.rane@und.edu. 

 



 

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