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Post-Doc Research Associate
Job Description
Posting Information
Posting Details
| Department | Renaissance Computing Inst - 637100 |
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| Posting Open Date | 08/04/2023 |
| Application Deadline | 08/17/2023 |
| Open Until Filled | No |
| Position Type | Postdoctoral Scholar |
| Position Title | Post-Doc Research Associate |
| Vacancy ID | PDS003936 |
| Full-time/Part-time | Full-Time Temporary |
| Hours per week | 40 |
| FTE | 1 |
| Work Location | Chapel Hill, NC |
| Position Location | North Carolina, US |
| Hiring Range | $65,000 - $75,000 |
| Proposed Start Date | 08/28/2023 |
| Estimated Duration of Appointment | 12 Months |
Position Information
| Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit | Are you ready to go beyond the state of the art? At the Renaissance Computing Institute (RENCI), we use data, creativity, and inclusive teaming to revitalize how science is done. Fostering data science expertise and creating cyberinfrastructure isn’t just about solving known problems – it’s about expanding human potential by unlocking data. We need innovators, builders, strategists, technologists, architects, and creative thinkers across all domains to drive this work forward. When you join our team, you’ll: -Spend your time solving the interesting and unique problems of research and development. -Shape your future through experimentation and unfettered access to premier education and research. -Make connections to people and projects that ignite your passion. We know that diversity of people and ideas is a cornerstone of innovation, and we work to ensure our culture reflects that knowledge. We provide the tools you need to do your job effectively; we offer flexibility so you can be the most productive version of you; and we encourage thoughtful and challenging discourse. Join our research institute at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill today and help us spark a scientific renaissance across the Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, and beyond. |
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| Position Summary | The Data Science group at Renaissance Computing Institute (RENCI) is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to work on projects involving Knowledge Graphs (KG). The postdoc will specifically work on projects such as: In PROTO-OKN, we are creating a unified Knowledge Graph system, integrating input graphs from many different teams across a wide range of disciplines. These KGs will allow transparent querying and analytics across them. In ROBOKOP, we are creating an NIH-funded knowledge base containing a wide array of normalized biomedical data, allowing for an unprecedented level of interoperability. In this project, we are constantly ingesting new knowledge, evolving our integration pipelines, applying the graphs to answer scientific questions, and creating new methods for the application of KGs. Responsibilities: - Participate in research projects, collaborating with internal and external partners to advance the research goals of these projects. - Develop tools for the ingest and normalization of data sets into KGs, as well as tools for the application of those KGs to scientific and social problems. - Apply these tools to solve research issues such as inference of the histone code in yeast. - Contribute to interdisciplinary teams; be a team player. - Preparation of manuscripts and presentations to disseminate research outcomes. |
| Minimum Education and Experience Requirements | Candidate must possess a PhD degree in computer science, informatics, data science, or other scientific discipline. |
| Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience | - Data structure and algorithm design with Python or another major programming language. - Knowledge graphs |
| Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience | - Neural networks and deep learning - Semantic web technologies - Container orchestration with Kubernetes. - Geographic Information Systems (GIS) - Biological background |
| Special Physical/Mental Requirements | |
| Special Instructions | For information on UNC Postdoctoral Benefits and Services click here |
| Quick Link | https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/263104 |
Posting Contact Information
| Department Contact Name and Title | Jordan Todd, Associate Director of HR |
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| Department Contact Telephone or Email | jltodd@email.unc.edu |
| Postdoctoral Affairs Contact Information | If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity office at (919) 966-3576 or send an email to equalopportunity@unc.edu. Please note: The Equal Employment Opportunity office will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status. |
| Equal Opportunity Employer Statement | The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran. |
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