The Department of Epidemiology at the Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth is seeking
\napplications for a postdoctoral researcher in environmental and molecular epidemiology. Ongoing
\nprojects include investigations on maternal and child health, environmental mixtures, and epigenetics,
\nwith opportunities to work with several large population-based studies, including two pregnancy
\ncohorts.<\/p>\n
Position Qualifications:<\/strong> Candidates should have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in epidemiology, Training Opportunities:<\/strong> The successful candidate will work with a dedicated mentor in a supportive Salary and Benefits:<\/strong> A competitive salary and benefits will be provided. Application Deadline:<\/strong> Open until filled.<\/p>\n About Dartmouth College and the Upper Valley:<\/strong> Dartmouth College is located in the rural Upper Equal Opportunity:<\/strong> Dartmouth is committed to the principle of equal opportunity for its students, The Department of Epidemiology at the Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth is seeking applications for a postdoctoral researcher in environmental and molecular epidemiology. Ongoing projects include investigations on maternal and child health, environmental mixtures, and epigenetics, with opportunities to work with several large population-based studies, including two pregnancy cohorts. [\u2026] <\/p>\n
\nenvironmental health, biostatistics, bioinformatics, or a closely related field. Critical to this position is
\nthe ability to conduct independent research and work cooperatively as part of a research team.
\nExcellent oral and written communication skills are essential. The candidate should also have
\nquantitative training and strong computational skills. Proficiency in R is preferred. Experience
\napplying environmental mixture methods or experience analyzing next-generation sequencing data
\n(e.g., RNA-seq, WGBS) or other high-dimensional \u201comics\u201d data is desirable but not required.<\/p>\n
\nand collaborative research environment. In addition to receiving training in environmental and
\nepigenetic epidemiology and manuscript and grant writing, the postdoctoral fellow will be encouraged
\nto attend the numerous career development seminars and workshops offered at Dartmouth, present
\nat scientific meetings and conferences, develop independent research projects, and apply for a
\nK99\/R00 or other research grants.<\/p>\n
\nApplication Information: Applications should include a 1-2 page letter describing the candidate\u2019s
\nscientific interests and research background, a curriculum vitae, and the names and contact
\ninformation of three references. Review of applications will commence immediately and will continue
\nuntil the position is filled. Materials should be e-mailed to Dr. Caitlin Howe
\n(Caitlin.G.Howe@Dartmouth.edu).<\/p>\n
\nValley region of New Hampshire, near the Connecticut River which separates New Hampshire and
\nVermont. Its proximity to numerous ski areas and hiking trails, the White Mountain National Forest,
\nand the Lakes Region of New Hampshire provide ample opportunities for outdoor recreation. Nearby
\nmajor cities include Boston (2 hours), Montreal (3 hours), and New York (5 hours).<\/p>\n
\nfaculty, staff, and applicants for admission and employment. Dartmouth prohibits any form of
\ndiscrimination against any person on the basis of race, age, religion, sex, gender identity or
\nexpression, pregnancy status, marital or parental status, national origin, disability, military or veteran
\nstatus, or any other legally protected status and adheres to all applicable state and federal equal
\nopportunity laws and regulations.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"