Visiting Researcher

Job Title: Visiting Researcher

Organization: Norman Lab, Department of Biomedical Informatics, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Research, analyst, and information technology

Industry: Higher Education

Job Summary: The Norman Lab, housed in the Department of Biomedical Informatics at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, is seeking a Visiting Researcher with deep expertise in genome graph construction and interpretation, complex genomic architecture of the human MHC, and de novo DNA sequence assembly. In this role, the researcher will design, optimize, and maintain advanced algorithms for assembling sequences within the human MHC genomic region and apply these computational methods to large‑scale disease association studies.

The position offers the opportunity to contribute to high‑impact research at the intersection of immunogenomics, computational biology, and human disease.

Position Type: Full‑time, two‑year appointment with potential extension.

Work Location: Onsite, Aurora, Colorado.

• Collaborate with and support Principal Investigators and other researchers in bioinformatics and data analysis.
• Develop, optimize, and maintain algorithms for assembly of human MHC genomic region sequences.
• Develop, optimize, and maintain genomic graph representation for population‑scale analysis of MHC genomic variation.
• Perform annotation of MHC region genes and variants; submit to public databases.
• Apply methods to high‑throughput disease association studies.
• System administration of Norman lab Linux‑based servers.
• Present research in progress at lab meetings, project meetings, and individual PI meetings.

The Norman Lab is internationally recognized for advancing the understanding of natural variation in immune responses, with a particular emphasis on the highly complex human MHC region. Researchers working here contribute to cutting‑edge projects that inform precision medicine, population genetics, and disease‑association studies, while working alongside experts in immunogenomics.

• Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Physics or other relevant subject.
• Expertise in the complex genomic architecture of the human MHC.
• Expertise in genome graph construction and interpretation.

• Experience in de‑novo assembly methods for DNA sequence data.
• Expertise in Python, C++ programming, and Linux scripting.
• Post‑graduate continuing education in bioinformatics.

• Reliable, punctual, and motivated.
• Attention to detail, diligence in data recording/documentation, strict adherence to assay protocols and laboratory policies, strong organizational skills.

For full consideration, please submit the following documents:

• A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences and interest in the position.
• Curriculum vitae or resume.
• Five professional references (name, address, phone number, email).

Applications are accepted electronically .edu/cu-careers.

• Screening begins immediately and continues until January 14, 2026.
• Anticipated pay range: $55,000–60,000.
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The University of Colorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.

Background investigations will be conducted for all prospective employees.

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against COVID‑19 and requires compliance with vaccination policies for certain roles.

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