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Nina H. Fefferman
Associate Professor
EENR & DIMACS
Rutgers University
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Applications are currently being solicited for a post-doctoral research
associate in the area of mathematical modeling of evolutionary
epidemiology at Rutgers University in conjunction with the Center for
Conservation Genomics and Evolution at the Smithsonian Institution. (The
position will be based at Rutgers in New Brunswick, NJ.)
The work will involve the mathematical modeling of multiple disease
systems and the development of techniques based on machine learning
(support vector machines, k-means clustering, etc.); an ideal candidate
would be interested in both aspects of the work.
Requirements:
- A Ph.D. in some pertinent field. Such fields could include, but are not
limited to applied mathematics, computer science, epidemiology, or
evolutionary biology
- Some research experience in applied mathematical modeling (within any
scientific field would qualify)
- A basic understanding of statistics and machine learning
- An interest in infectious diseases and epidemics
- The ability to write clearly and scientifically (e.g. to produce drafts
of papers for publication in scientific journals without too much
oversight); evidence of successful prior publication is a plus
- Ability to work/communicate with a multidisciplinary team
- Fluency in a mathematical programming environment (preferably Matlab,
but Mathematica, R, or equivalent are also acceptable)
- Willingness to help with the preparation of grant proposals would be a
plus
An ideal candidate could come from evolutionary biology or epidemiology,
but could also come from a program in applied mathematics, computer
science, operations research, bio-engineering, or nearly any other
technical field. The position is grant funded, and therefore involves
specific research goals, but does include the possibility to pursue
additional research interests of the candidate.
This position could be appropriate not only to new Ph.Ds, but also to more
advanced researchers looking to switch fields, or re-enter academia from
government or industry.
This is a full-time, one year position, with the potential for renewal if
things work out well. Ideal start date: July 15th, however this is
negotiable. For further questions, or to apply by sending CV, statement of
interest, and contact information for at least 3 references, send email to
Nina H. Fefferman at <feffermn ( at ) dimacs.rutgers.edu>. Applications
will be reviewed as they arrive.
The institutions and lab are all equal opportunity employers and are
highly welcoming of non-traditional backgrounds/career paths.
