Harvard University
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States
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20 days ago
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| Title | HMS - Postdoctoral Fellow in Systems Biology |
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| School | Harvard Medical School |
| Department/Area | Systems Biology |
| Position Description | We invite applicants for a postdoctoral fellow position in the Fontana lab at Harvard Medical School in Boston Massachusetts. The work of the Fontana lab is focused on developing and applying software for modeling combinatorial systems of molecular interaction in chemistry and in cellular signaling. We are also applying mathematical formalism to reason about functional organization in biology. We welcome applications from recent PhD graduates who bring a mathematical background and proven expertise to bear on our research, especially with regard to understanding the concept of "closure" in living systems. Closure occurs when the generative processes induced by the components of a system permit the continuous regeneration of these same components. Because of the history of this subject, we are especially interested in candidates with an expertise in category theory. The successful candidate will work with Dr. Fontana to develop an independent research project within the scope of applying category theory to biological organization. In addition to carrying out theoretical research, the successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the writing of grants and manuscripts, participate in teaching and mentoring of lab members as needed, and otherwise contribute to overall lab operations and collaborative environment. Salary and Benefits This position is salaried and benefits eligible. Information regarding postdoctoral fellow salary, which is determined by the number of years post PhD, and benefits can be found at https://postdoc.hms.harvard.edu/guidelines. With this appointment, you are represented by the Harvard Academic Workers (HAW) UAW for purposes of collective bargaining and matters affecting your compensation and working conditions. |
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| Special Instructions | Required documents:
Please submit application documents through the ARIeS portal. Applications will be considered immediately. Selected candidates will be invited for in-person interviews involving a research presentation on past work. Expected Dates
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| Contact Information | SB Hiring Team 200 Longwood Avenue Armenise Building 623 Boston MA, 02115 |
| Contact Email | jennie_epp@hms.harvard.edu |
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| Minimum Number of References Required | 2 |
| Maximum Number of References Allowed | 4 |
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Job ID: 80669190