The Department of Public Health Sciences at the University of Chicago is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral scholar to join a dynamic research team focused on molecular epidemiology and health disparities in multiple myeloma. Our research integrates diverse large-scale datasets, including GWAS data, tumor and cell-free DNA methylation profiles, clinical and epidemiological data, and biological samples. As a postdoctoral scholar, you will play a leading role in analyzing these data and preparing manuscripts that investigate the roles of epigenetics, lifestyle influences, environmental factors, and social determinants of health on myeloma risk and outcomes. The post-doc scholar will also contribute to consortium-based research initiatives, participate in liquid-biopsy and epigenetic biomarker analysis, and have opportunities to initiate new projects and develop grant proposals.

Qualifications

Successful candidates will have:

1. A PhD or equivalent graduate degree in epidemiology, biostatistics, data-science, or a related field.

2. Strong expertise in epidemiology, biostatistics, genetics, and epigenetics.

3. Proven experience with programming and data analysis using R, SAS, or STAT

4. Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Candidates with experience in survival analysis, machine learning, and applying advanced biostatistical techniques will be highly regarded. As a postdoctoral scholar, you will work closely with dedicated mentors in a collaborative and multidisciplinary environment, with opportunities to pursue career development activities, develop independent research projects, and apply for grants (e.g., K99/R00).

Start date:  1/5/2026 (flexible)

Application process
Please send a letter including a statement of research interests and future goals, curriculum vitae, and names/addresses of 3 references to: Dr. Brian Chiu (mmepi@health.bsd.uchicago.edu). Application review will begin immediately but will continue until the position is filled.

Application information
This position is benefits-eligible, and information regarding benefits can be found at:
 https://clients.garnett-powers.com/pd/uchicago/. 

Additional information for postdocs in the University of Chicago Biological Sciences Division can be found at:
 https://bsdpostdoc.uchicago.edu/. Compensation in the Biological Sciences Division follows the NIH NRSA Stipend scale.

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