3-year Postdoctoral Research Scientist Position in Statistical Genomics/Genetic Epidemiology
This three-year postdoctoral research scientist position is jointly funded by the Netherlands Organisation for Scientific Research (NWO) and the Max Planck Society and embedded within the Max Planck Institute (MPI) for Psycholinguistics.
The postdoctoral researcher will develop and apply advanced quantitative models to investigate the genetic influences underlying human growth and behaviour in infancy. A central component of the project is the meta-analysis of twin studies while explicitly modelling phenotypic heterogeneity. This work will be complemented by studies of genetic correlates of social behaviour from infancy onwards, proxying developmental change, and build directly on current work within the EAGLE consortium.
The project offers extensive opportunities to work with state-of-the-art quantitative methods in twin and genomics research. Relevant tools include OpenMx, metafor, lavaan and genomicSEM. For computationally versatile applicants there is an opportunity for R package building.
The successful applicant will work closely with Dr Beate St Pourcain as part of the Population Genetics of Human Communication group at the MPI for Psycholinguistics, and collaborate with Professor Conor Dolan and Professor Dorret Boomsma at the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. The position provides excellent opportunities for international networking, interdisciplinary collaboration, and career development, including links to the Gene Amsterdam network.
Requirements
The successful applicant will hold, or expect to obtain shortly, a PhD in Statistical Genomics, Genetic Epidemiology, Medical Statistics, Bioinformatics, or a related quantitative discipline involving the analysis of omics or twin datasets.
Essential qualifications include
• A strong computational background, with experience in one or more programming languages (e.g. R, Python, Perl, or shell scripting)
• Knowledge of the genetic architecture underlying complex human phenotypes
Desirable experience includes
• Structural equation modelling (e.g. lavaan)
• Twin modelling approaches (e.g. OpenMx)
• Meta-analysis methods (e.g. metafor)
• Familiarity with neuroimaging phenotypes
What we offer you
- A full-time position (39 hours per week) with a fixed term of 3 years. The proposed starting date is 1 April 2026 although the start date is negotiable (until 15 June 2026).
- Salary according to the German TVöD (Tarifvertrag für den öffentlichen Dienst) in the salary group/level E13: depending on the experience of the applicant, starting from EUR 5.709,87 and EUR 7.025,87 gross per month, based on full time employment, excluding a 8% holiday bonus.
- Access to state-of-the art research and training facilities
- A generous conference and travel /workshop budget (Bench fees: EUR 5.000; Travel budget: EUR 2.870)
- 30 days annual leave (full-time employment) plus German and Dutch public holidays
- A nice team
Application procedure
Applications should include:
(i) a two-page statement of interest
(ii) a curriculum vitae
(iii) a list of publications
(iv) the names, email addresses and contact numbers of three referees
Please apply via this link on our recruitment portal.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis from 8 March 2026 until the position is filled.
For informal scientific enquiries, please get in touch with Beate St Pourcain (beate.stpourcain@mpi.nl). For general enquiries, please contact the secretariat at the Language & Genetics Department (E-mail: secretariat.genetics@mpi.nl).
Clinical Research Associate - Edmonton, AB, Canada (On-site) in Research & Research Support
In accordance with the Trust/Research Academic Staff Agreement, this position has a comprehensive benefits package and an annual salary range of $76,135 to $85,660. This position has an initial appointment of 1 year.
Location - This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person work at North Campus Edmonton.
Psychiatry is a department in the Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry at the University of Alberta. Our department couples basic science with clinical research to promote world-class investigations on issues relevant to mental health. The Department also has a diverse group of outstanding scientists who are internationally recognized. These scientists are carrying out some of the leading-edge research in neuropsychiatry, mood and anxiety disorders, and schizophrenia.
The Research Associate will apply extensive knowledge in their field to lead a major and distinct portion of clinical pharmacogenomics research projects and contribute to other research being conducted by the team for which they have relevant expertise under the direction of the Principal Investigator.
Duties may include fulfilling supervisory and co-supervisory roles, assisting with and applying for funding, preparing reports for funders, contributing to departmental, to Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, and to University research activities.
The Research Associate will lead and assist with clinical pharmacogenomics project management and execution. They will be responsible for leading/contributing to clinical pharmacogenomics research project study design, data collection, data analysis, interpretation and evaluation, presentation/communication, and preparing material for publication. They will also be responsible for clinical pharmacogenomics research project management including oversight of monitoring project resources and administration.
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