Vanderbilt University Medical Center Department of Biostatistics
Position: Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Biostatistics and Medical Data Science
Location: Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC), Nashville, TN
Duration: Two Years
Mentorship: Dr. Amir Asiaee (website, email) (Primary Mentor, VUMC, Biostatistics), Co-mentored by Dr. Jared Huling (website, email) (University of Minnesota, Biostatistics and Health Data Science)
Project Overview: We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join our cutting-edge research project aimed at improving heterogeneous effect estimation by integrating experimental and observational studies. This project is at the forefront of precision medicine, leveraging big data to enhance the precision and generalizability of treatment effects across diverse patient populations.
Responsibilities: Develop and implement statistical models for the integration of RCT and observational data. Contribute to the development of software packages for the simulation of mixed-type clinical data and methodological implementation. Analyze longitudinal data to estimate time-varying treatment effects. Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team of statisticians, clinicians, and data scientists. Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and present at relevant conferences.
Qualifications: Ph.D. in Biostatistics, Statistics, Data Science, or a related field, demonstrated computational skills and ability to code in one or more scientific programming languages (e.g., R, Python, etc), experience with machine learning, causal inference, and longitudinal data analysis.
Successful candidates will have: strong research interest in causal inference and machine learning, demonstrated ability to lead statistical methodology research, demonstrated ability to write scientific research papers with substantive applications (publication record in peer-reviewed journals is advantageous), ability to work proficiently within deadlines in a collaborative environment and excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Salary and Benefits: Opportunity to work on a high-impact research project with leading experts in the field. Access to rich datasets and state-of-the-art computational resources. Competitive salary and benefits package. Support for professional development and career advancement.
How to Apply:
To apply, please email the following to Dr. Asiaee (amir.asiaeetaheri@vumc.org) and Dr. Huling (huling@umn.edu): a cover letter describing research interests, career goals, prior experience, and how your background and experience make you a suitable candidate a curriculum vitae a writing sample (e.g., a published paper, a preprint, or a manuscript draft) names and contact information of 3 references, and in what capacity each reference knows you.
Application Deadline: Applications will be considered on a rolling basis, and early application is strongly encouraged. Vanderbilt University Medical Center is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including minorities, women, and individuals with disabilities.