Postdoctoral Fellow-MSH-32078-016

Job Title: Postdoctoral Fellow in Genetic Epidemiology (Alzheimer’s Disease and Psychiatric Conditions)

Location: Laboratory in Genomics of Aging and Psychiatry (GAPsLab), Institute for Genomic Health, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

Position Overview: The laboratory in ‘Genomics of Aging and Psychiatry spectrum’ – GAPsLab  at the Institute of Genomic Health and the Department of Genetics and Genomic Sciences at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, is a new multi-disciplinary research group focused on studying the role of mental health on aging and age-related conditions led by Dr. Gita Pathak. We are seeking two motivated Postdoctoral Fellows to join our research team focused on investigating the multi-modal factors contributing to Alzheimer’s disease (AD), and psychiatric conditions, including alcohol use disorder, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder. This position will involve working on projects using multi-omic data (e.g. genetic, transcriptomics, and epigenomics) in population-based and AD-research cohorts to identify potential disease mechanisms, biomarkers, and therapeutic targets. 

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in statistical genetics, genetic epidemiology, or computational biology, with a focus on neurodegenerative and/or psychiatric disorders (preferred). This is a full-time position with opportunities to work with interdisciplinary teams within the division and across several institutions.  More information about the lab on thegapslab.com

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in genetic epidemiology, statistical genetics, computational biology, or a related field.
• Solid track record of peer-reviewed publications in relevant fields.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative team environment 
• Intermediate/Advanced proficiency in bioinformatics tools (e.g., PLINK, BOLT-LMM, GCTA) and programming languages such as R, Python, or SAS.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience with large datasets from consortia like UK Biobank, ADNI, or similar cohorts, is preferred and not required.
• Experience in genomic data analysis (e.g., GWAS, EWAS, or polygenic risk scores) and familiarity with neurodegenerative or psychiatric disease research, is preferred and not required.

Application Instructions: Interested candidates should submit the following documents to Dr.Gita Pathak using the lab website - https://www.thegapslab.com/contact:

• A cover letter describing research interests and relevant experience.
• A current CV
• Contact information for three references.

Start Date and Deadline: The expected start date is flexible between Summer and Fall 2025. Applications will be interviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

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