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Position Summary

A one-year full-time Post-Doctoral research position (Research Associate) is available in the laboratory of Dr. Allison Kuipers in the Department of Medicine in the College of Human Medicine, at Michigan State University, Grand Rapids campus. A motivated recent doctoral graduate is sought to support aspects of Dr. Kuipers' research portfolio in the field of cardiovascular genetic epidemiology. This position will include tasks related to data analysis, manuscript preparation and dissemination, and involvement in the development of future collaborations and grant proposals.

Applicants are required to have a Ph.D. or other doctoral degree with expertise in modern genetic epidemiological methods and analytic techniques. Experience in research related to cardiovascular disease is preferred. A self-directed willingness to learn new methods and approaches, as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills are highly valued.

The goal of this one-year position would be to work with Dr. Kuipers to develop a successful independent postdoctoral research fellowship proposal to fund the remainder of the position. This position also has the potential for collaboration with local clinical partners and guidance in the development of an independent research career for the Post-Doc. 

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 Degree

Doctorate

Minimum Requirements

• Ph.D. or other doctoral degree 
• Experience conducting epidemiologic research with formal training in epidemiology and/or biostatistics required. 
• Experience conducting genetic analysis using large biobank data and chronic disease with formal training in epidemiology and/or statistical genetics required.

Desired Qualifications

• Expertise using R and/or SAS, as well as exceptional communication skills highly desirable.
• Experience with cardiovascular disease research a plus. 

Required Application Materials

CV, cover letter including research interests, and names and contact information for three references.

Special Instructions

Review of applications will begin at the posting's close date.

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.

Website

HTTPS://MEDICINE.CHM.MSU.EDU/

MSU Statement

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