Postdoctoral Research Scientist

The Irving Institute for Cancer Dynamics 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 are available for conference travel and professional development. The initial appointment will be for one year and is full-time and benefitted, with potential for renewal for a second year, pending annual review of performance and continued availability of funding.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Successful candidates will 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 applied math, statistics, and immunology, with potential applications to areas such as cancer research, cell biology, and ecology.
• Present research at meetings and write manuscripts and grants.

* Ph.D. in applied mathematics, data science, statistics, computational biology, or a related field.

* Proficiency in one or more programming languages, including but not limited to Python, R, C++, Stan, etc.

* Excellent written and oral communication skills.

* A demonstrated interest in immunology, cancer research, cell biology, or ecology is advantageous, though not mandatory.

Minimum Requirements:

• Ph.D. in a relevant field.
• Programming proficiency.
• The ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Ph.D. in applied mathematics, bioinformatics, or computer science, plus prior experience applying these skills to biology or related fields.

* Publications that demonstrate expertise in areas related to this project.

* Immunology knowledge or the willingness to learn it quickly.

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Pay Transparency Disclosure

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.