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　　About the Department

　　The Cobey Lab is a computational lab that studies the interplay ofimmunity and the population dynamics of respiratory viruses such asinfluenza and SARS-CoV-2. We explore how immune responses arise afterinfection and vaccination and shape viral epidemiology and evolution.Our aim is to use this information to improve vaccination strategies. Weare looking for quantitative Computational Research Scientists to workon multiple projects. Projects include (a) modeling the longitudinaldynamics of individual immune responses, (b) examining variability inindividuals\' responses, and (c) improving methods to measure vaccineeffectiveness. These projects involve close collaboration withepidemiologists, immunologists, ecologists, and evolutionary biologists,including through the NIH-funded Collaborative Influenza VaccineInnovation Consortium (CIVIC), the Centers for Excellence in InfluenzaResearch and Response (CEIRR), and other NIH-funded research projects.These positions offer substantial opportunities for intellectualcreativity, collaboration, and leadership. Remote, U.S.-based work is anoption. Salaries are competitive and based on experience. Potentialapplicants are encouraged to visit the lab\'s website and to contact Dr.Cobey with questions.

　　Job Summary

　　The job develops and implements programs to promote a research projector contributes to the scientific direction of a research resource. Weare looking for quantitative Computational Research Scientists to workon multiple projects. Projects include (a) modeling the longitudinaldynamics of individual immune responses, (b) examining variability inindividuals\' responses, and (c) improving methods to measure vaccineeffectiveness. These projects involve close collaboration withepidemiologists, immunologists, ecologists, and evolutionary biologists,including through the NIH-funded Collaborative Influenza VaccineInnovation Consortium (CIVIC), the Centers for Excellence in InfluenzaResearch and Response (CEIRR), and other NIH-funded research projects.

　　Responsibilities

　　Design and perform reproducible computational and statisticalanalyses related to the lab\'s research.Summarize research results in writing (scientific publications,progress reports) and in oral presentations at meetings andconferences.Develop new statistical and programming skills and expertise withliterature relevant to research project.Collaborate with the PI to assist in managing the research project,including training and mentoring students, postdocs, and otherresearchers; setting project goals; and coordinating research withinvestigators outside the lab.Develop new research projects to enhance existing collaborations anddevelop new ones.Develop programs to perform analyses and generate both routine andad hoc reports.Designs and perform formal evaluation of informatics methods andproducts.Performs other related work as needed.Minimum Qualifications

　　Education:

　　Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in relatedfield.

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　　Work Experience:

　　Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7years of work experience in a related job discipline.

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　　Certifications:

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　　Preferred Qualifications

　　Education:

　　PhD in related field, such as (bio)statistics, epidemiology,ecology, evolution, computer science, or (bio)physics.Experience:

　　5-7 years of experience (including PhD training).Preferred Competencies

　　Strong quantitative skills, including in statistical inference.Strong written a d oral communication skills.Commitment to rigorous and reproducible research.Experience managing projects with multiple collaborating labs,including delivering results on deadline.Working Conditions

　　The role requires the ability to travel to meetings in the UnitedStates and abroad, including occasional lab retreats and meetings,if otherwise working remotely. (Travel expenses for researchmeetings outside Chicago will be covered).Application Documents

　　Resume/CV (required)Cover Letter (required) describing qualifications and researchinterestsWhen applying, the document(s) MUSTbe uploaded via the MyExperience page, in the section titled Application Documents ofthe application.

　　Job Family

　　Research

　　Role Impact

　　Individual Contributor

　　FLSA Status

　　Exempt

　　Pay Frequency

　　Monthly

　　Scheduled

　　Weekly H