Postdoctoral fellowship in modeling viral dynamics and evolution

Posted: 6/3/2009


http://ecotheory.biology.gatech.edu/


A postdoctoral position in quantitative modeling of viral dynamics and
evolution is available under the direction of Prof. Joshua Weitz (School of
Biology, Georgia Tech). The postdoc will work in an interdisciplinary research
group of biologists, physicists, and computer scientists. The postdoc will
collaborate on research focusing on bacteriophage dynamics and evolution, at
the molecular and ecological scales. Specific project goals will be to develop
gene regulatory models of viral exploitation and link intracellular dynamics to
long-term changes in viral functional traits at the population scale. The
postdoc will also have the opportunity to develop new research projects at the
interface of systems biology, theoretical ecology & dynamical systems.
The position will provide competitive salaries and benefits. The postdoc will
be based in the School of Biology at Georgia Tech, with a preferred start date
of September 2009, though the start date is flexible. The initial appointment
will be for one year, with renewal up to three years subject to satisfactory
progress and mutual agreement.

REQUIREMENTS: (1) PhD in computational biology, physics, mathematics,
microbiology, ecology or related area; (2) Demonstrated research excellence;
(3) Strong quantitative skills; (4) Strong oral and written communication
skills. Ideal candidates from the biological sciences should have experience
with scientific programming. Ideal candidates from the physical/mathematical
sciences should have prior exposure to research in the biological sciences.
However, outstanding applicants looking to broaden their field of interest will
also be considered.

TO APPLY: Applications should be emailed to jsweitz(at)gatech.edu and consist
of (1) a cover letter describing your interest in the position, (2) the names
and contact information for three references, (3) a curriculum vita (including
publications). Applications will be reviewed upon receipt, and continue until
the position is filled.


ABOUT THE GROUP: The Weitz group is supported by grants from the Burroughs
Wellcome Fund, the James F. McDonnell Foundation, DARPA, and the National
Science Foundation. For more information, consult the Weitz group website or


contact Joshua Weitz: jsweitz(at)gatech.edu.