POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE (Computational) - Immunology and Microbiology - Sanna Lab

ABOUT US:

Scripps Research is a nonprofit biomedical institute ranked as one of the most influential in the world for its impact on innovation. We are celebrating our 100-year legacy in 2024. This significant milestone marks a century of seminal discoveries in immunology, infectious diseases (such as COVID-19, flu, HIV), neuroscience, heart disease, cancer, and more. Located in La Jolla, California, the institute houses six research departments, multiple Nobel laureates, a top-ranked graduate school and a leading postdoctoral training program.  We work hand-in-hand with researchers of the Scripps Research Translational Institute and Calibr to merge foundational studies in biology, chemistry and computer science with translational science to produce pioneering drugs and advances in digital and precision medicine. Together, we cultivate new scientific leaders and expand the frontiers of knowledge to deliver medical breakthroughs impacting human health around the globe. If you have a passion for making a difference, this could be your opportunity to join our transformative team.

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POSITION TITLE:  Postdoctoral Associate

POSITION SUMMARY:

Scripps Research is seeking a qualified candidate for a Postdoctoral Associate (computational) position in Dr. Pietro Paolo Sanna's laboratory. Candidates should have outstanding scientific credentials, including publications in journals relevant to the field of systems biology, and conference presentations. Candidates possessing a strong background in computer science, machine learning, physics, mathematics combined with a good understanding of genomics and molecular biology will be preferred. The optimal candidate will have significant experience and publications in network-based biology, including the reverse engineering and/or use of regulatory/signaling networks to elucidate the molecular determinants of specific cellular phenotypes and associated mechanisms for follow-up experimental validation.

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REQUIREMENTS:

Must possess a doctoral degree.  A pending doctoral degree may be considered with approval of the Principal Investigator. 

COMPENSATION: Postdoctoral Associates will be hired following the National Institute of Health and California’s exempt salary guidelines, which provide for a starting range of $68,000 - $73,230. Consideration will be given to experience that exceeds the listed requirements.

 COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS INCLUDE:  

• Eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution.
• Full suite of Health and Welfare plans including three medical plan options (including an HSA available option), dental, vision, life insurance, disability, EAP and more.
• Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical/Dependent Care).
• Competitive vacation and sick leave policies.
• Free, on-site Counseling Center which provides confidential counseling services to benefits-eligible employees and their family members.
• Free, on-site parking. 
• Pet Insurance 

The above statements describe the level of work performed and expected in general terms.  The statements are not intended to list all the responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of employees so classified, and the content herein is subject to change due to the business needs of Scripps Research, with or without notice.   Furthermore, nothing in this job desc