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　　BSD E&E - Administration

　　About the Department

　　In the Pascual Lab in the Department of Ecology & Evolution at TheUniversity of Chicago, we study the ecology and evolution of infectiousdiseases from a theoretical and computational perspective. We addressthe role of environmental drivers, in particular climate factors, in thepopulation dynamics of vector-borne and water-borne infections. We alsoaddress the interplay of transmission dynamics and evolutionary changein the strain diversity of pathogens. We are interested in the vastgenetic variation underlying strain structure and diversity in themalaria parasite Plasmodium falciparum in high transmission settings. Weare addressing this structure, as well as its consequences for theresponse of the transmission system, and for the resilience of thereservoir of infection, to intervention.

　　Job Summary

　　Responsible for all aspects of research projects and researchfacilities. Plans and conducts clinical and non-clinical research;facilitates and monitors daily activities of clinical trials or researchprojects. Directs engineering and technical support activities todevelop and maintain tools and computational methods needed to gatherand analyze data.

　　Responsibilities

　　Serves as a resource for collecting data and performing analysis.Facilitates and promotes a research project by providing scientificor intellectual information.Develops laboratory protocols and training on new techniques.Manage, analyze and make recommendations on complex data sets forresearch.Creates first drafts for scientific writing and publications,including protocols and grants.Trains and mentors laboratory personnel.Performs other related work as needed.Minimum Qualifications

　　Education:

　　Minimum requirements include a PhD in related field.

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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:

　　Doctoral degree in Evolutionary, Functional, and Community Ecology,and Community Ecology.Experience:

　　Experience with modeling and theory in Ecology & EpidemiologyExtensive knowledge of malaria epidemiology, population genetics ofPlasmodium falciparum, and molecular biology of the parasite(including the multigene family know as var in this parasite).Preferred Competencies

　　Strong programming skills in Python, Julia or C++, R, and ShellExtensive skills and knowledge in next generation sequencing dataanalysisStrong skills in using geographic information system software(ArcGIS)Strong oral and written communications skillsAbility to work independently and as part of a research teamCareful attention to detailAbility to multitaskAbility to set and keep deadlinesWorking Conditions

　　Ability to stand for extended periods.Application Documents

　　Resume (required)Cover Letter (preferred)When 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 Hours

　　40

　　Benefits Eligible

　　Yes

　　Drug Test Required

　　No

　　Health Screen Required

　　No

　　Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

　　No

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　　We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academiccommunity that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry andencourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups ofindividuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge,engagement, an