Research Associate - School of Computer Science - CBD; Zhang Lab

Job Summary
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Carnegie Mellon University is a renowned global research institution, and they are seeking a Research Associate in the School of Computer Sciences CBD. The role involves leading projects on modeling enhancer-gene relationships using single-cell multiome data, conducting literature reviews, designing experiments, and presenting results.

Responsibilities
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• Lead an independent project on modeling enhancer-gene relationships using single-cell multiome data, including:

• Conducting literature review

• Designing experiments

• Developing algorithms

• Conducting real-data analysis

• Presenting results in one-on-one and group meetings.

• Summarizes statistical information for analysis, examination, or presentation; writes technical reports. May build and validate quantitative models.

• Identifies problems and obstacles to progress; develops strategies to solve problems.

• May program software in support of job functions. Attends project meetings.

• Performs related duties as assigned

Qualifications
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Required
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• Bachelor’s Degree required.

• 1-3 years of relevant work experience required.

• Research, data collection, and analysis experience.

• Strong problem solving, reasoning, analytical and communication skills.

• A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.

• Successful background check

Preferred
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• Master’s Degree in a related quantitative field, such as computational biology, computer science, or a related discipline highly desired.

Company
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Carnegie Mellon University is a research university offering programs and research across engineering, science, arts, and business. Founded in 1900, the company is headquartered in Pittsburgh, USA, with a team of  employees. The company is currently Late Stage.