Careers @ MSU

Position Summary(Basic Job Function)

This is a temporary or an on-call position. Provides professional support. Responsibilities may include general business, science, medical, agricultural or other professional support functions. Term: Temps can work two (2) nine (9) month terms with a week break in service in between and at the end of the second term terminate for three (3) months or switch to an on-call. On-Call allowed to work 1039 hours in any twelve (12) month period.

Unit Position Summary

The Bhattacharya Lab (https://sbhattac.msu.domains/) in the department of Biomedical Engineering and the Institute for Quantitative Health Sciences at Michigan State University is seeking a Professional Aide with a strong computational background to apply state-of-the-art machine learning and data science methods to exciting problems in cell biology, toxicology, and pharmacology. 

Specifically, the successful applicant will be expected to: 
(1) Develop predictive computational models of single-cell genomic data in the context of cellular differentiation and transition of tissues from healthy to diseased conditions (50%);
(2) Clearly document steps in model development and prepare written guides for model use by the scientific community (20%); 
(3) Present their work at research conferences (15%); 
(4) Publish peer-reviewed manuscripts describing their results (15%); 

Unit Specific Education/Experience:
MS or BS equivalent in machine learning / AI / Data Science.

Desired Qualifications:
A strong computational background with familiarity with state-of-the-art machine learning and data science methods. A background in single-cell genomics / biology is desirable but not essential. 

This is a temporary contract for a period of 6 months, with the potential to renew for an additional 6 months based on funding and performance.

Desired Qualifications

A strong computational background with familiarity with state-of-the-art machine learning and data science methods. A background in single-cell genomics / biology is desirable but not essential. 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

Updated CV

3 professional references 

Work Hours

STANDARD 8-5

Website

https://sbhattac.msu.domains/)

Remote Work Statement

MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.