SMB Digest August 5, 2015 Volume 15 Issue 31
ISSN 1086-6566
Editor: Richard Schugart richard(dot)schugart(at)gmail(dot)com
Note:
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Issue's Topics:
SMB Annual Meeting: ECMTB 2016, Jul 11-15, U Nottingham
Represent SMB: Science/Engineering Festival, Apr 16-17, USA
Undergraduate Conference: Interface of..., Nov 21-22, NIMBioS
Workshop: Network Frontier, Dec 6-7, Northwestern U
Books: New Books Alert, Springer
PhD Position: Gene Network Evolution, U Helsinki
Post-doc: Plant Ecophysiology & Biological..., INRA Avignon
Post-doc: Medical Statistician, U Leicester
Post-docs: Biomedical Informatics Department, Harvard Medical
Tenure-Tracks: Applied Mathematics, Amherst College
Faculty Positions: Statistics, Notre Dame U
NIH: Selected Intramural Research & Other Openings, Aug 2015
Revision: Collaborative Research in Computational Neuroscience
NIH: New BRAIN Initiative: Theories, Models and Methods for...
NIH: Strategic Plan Input, Peer Review..., Register 4 Seminars
SMBnet Reminders
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From: Markus Owen <Markus.Owen@nottingham.ac.uk>
Date: August 3, 2015 at 3:43:37 AM
Subject: SMB Annual Meeting: ECMTB 2016, Jul 11-15, U Nottingham
First announcement - ECMTB 2016 - www.ecmtb2016.org
10th European Conference on Mathematical and Theoretical Biology
The joint meeting of the European Society for Mathematical and
Theoretical Biology (ESMTB) and the annual meeting of the Society for
Mathematical Biology (SMB) will be held in Nottingham, 11-15 July 2016.
Confirmed plenary speakers include:
Ruth Baker (University of Oxford, UK)
Sander van Doorn (University of Groningen, Netherlands)
Julia Gog (University of Cambridge, UK)
Leah Keshet (University of British Columbia, Canada)
Nancy Kopell (Boston University, USA)
Johan van de Koppel (Royal Netherlands Institute for Sea Research)
Johan Paulsson (Harvard University, USA)
and
John Rinzel (NYU, USA) - SMB Winfree Prize lecture
Please make a note of the dates in your diary. Minisymposium proposals
will be solicited in September 2015 (deadline 18 December 2015), while
contributed talk and poster submissions will open in Autumn 2015
(deadline 19 February 2016).
best wishes,
Markus Owen (Chair of the Local Organising Committee, ECMTB/SMB 2016)
Local Organising Committee:
Markus Owen, Daniele Avitabile, Leah Band, Bindi Brook, Stephen Coombes,
Etienne Farcot, John King, Reuben O'Dea, Ruediger Thul, Jonathan Wattis
Scientific Committee:
Linda Allen, Ellen Baake, Jim Cushing, Andreas Deutsch, Odo Diekmann,
Susanne Ditlevsen, Stephen Eglen, Amina Eladdadi, Yoh Iwasa, Eva Kisdi,
Santiago Schnell, Artie Sherman, Jonathan Sherratt, Vitaly Volpert
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From: Fred Adler <adler@math.utah.edu>
Date: August 4, 2015 at 3:38:39 PM
Subject: Represent SMB: Science/Engineering Festival, Apr 16-17, USA
Represent the Society for Mathematical Biology at the USA Science &
Engineering Festival
The Society for Mathematical Biology (SMB) has an open call for
applications to serve as the SMB outreach representative at the 2016 USA
Science and Engineering Festival! The successful applicant will design
and host an outreach activity in the SMB table at the USA Science &
Engineering Festival, April 16-17, 2016 in Washington DC.
The ideal outreach project explores underlying concepts and issues in
mathematical biology, rather than just providing information, and
includes effective ways to engage with students and teachers. For
example, at the last festival in 2014, University of Utah graduate
student Andrew Basinski designed a set of games based on the behavior of
ants to illustrate the quantitative methods we use to make sense of
these hypnotically fascinating little creatures. The audience is
students of all ages, including some pretty young kids, so the perfect
activity is hands-on, not too technical, has a high "coolness factor",
and shows how math connects to real-world problems.
The designer of the selected project will receive funding for materials
and travel expenses to Washington DC for this event. The SMB Board of
Directors will line up local SMB members to help at the event. We can
only accept applications from individual members in good standing with
the Society for Mathematical Biology. Organizations can apply if the
individuals directing the activity are Society members.
Applications should be no more than two pages, and include
a) a description of outreach project and the core ideas it will include,
b) how it will be implemented to reach and involve a wide audience,
c) a simple assessment plan to evaluate what participants learned,
d) how the applicant is qualified to represent SMB and why they would
like to pursue this project,
e) A brief budget for project design and materials.
Please ensure that you have read our eligibility and criteria on
http://www.smb.org/resources/education/outreachfund.shtml before
completing your application form. The application deadline to submit
your project for the 2016 USA Science & Engineering Festival is
November 1, 2015. Applications should be submitted via email to
adler@math.utah.edu.
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From: Catherine Crawley <ccrawley@nimbios.org>
Date: July 30, 2015 at 1:05:25 PM
Subject: Undergraduate Conference: Interface of..., Nov 21-22, NIMBioS
Undergraduate Research Conference at the Interface of Mathematics and
Biology, Nov. 21-22, 2015
The National Institute for Mathematical and Biological Synthesis
(NIMBioS) will host the seventh annual Undergraduate Research Conference
at the Interface of Mathematics and Biology to be held Nov. 21-22, 2015,
at the Univ. of Tennessee Conference Center in Knoxville, TN. The
conference provides opportunities for undergraduates to present their
research at the interface of biology and mathematics. Student talks and
posters will be featured as well as a plenary speaker, a panel on career
opportunities, a graduate school showcase, and other networking
opportunities. A limited amount of support is available to cover the
cost of registration and lodging - deadline is Sept. 18 to request
funding. Conference registration deadline: Nov.13.
If you have or plan to request our funding, do not register for the
conference until you have been contacted by NIMBioS about the status of
your funding request. For more information, go to
http://www.nimbios.org/education/undergrad_conf2015
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From: Luciana Zanella Tytenicz <lztytenicz@northwestern.edu>
Date: August 3, 2015 at 11:14:04 AM
Subject: Workshop: Network Frontier, Dec 6-7, Northwestern U
Network Frontier Workshop 2015
The Network Frontier Workshop 2015 is a two-day event at Northwestern
University highlighting current research on network dynamics.
Presentations will emphasize physical principles underlying control and
collective behavior in networks of dynamical systems, as well as network
problems in biological, ecological, social, and physical systems. The
workshop will include invited talks, a selection of contributed talks,
and poster presentations.
Important dates & deadlines:
Application & abstracts submission: September 25, 2015
Acceptance: October 7, 2015
Registration: November 6, 2015
Workshop: December 6-7, 2015
For more information and to apply, please visit
http://netfrontier.northwestern.edu/
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From: Springer <SpringerAlerts@springeronline.com>
Date: July 31, 2015 at 9:26:06 PM
Reply-To: Springer <onlineservice@springer.com>
Subject: Books: New Books Alert, Springer
NEW PRINT & EBOOKS
Mathematics
Mathematical and Computational Biology
A Guide to Numerical Modelling in Systems Biology
Book Series: Texts in Computational Science and Engineering, Vol. 12
Deuflhard, Peter; Röblitz, Susanna
http://www.springer.com/-/0/AU7nFKL-mRg70md7zfWP
Applications of Dynamical Systems in Biology and Medicine
Book Series: The IMA Volumes in Mathematics and its Applications,
Vol. 158
Editor/s: Jackson, Trachette; Radunskaya, Ami
http://www.springer.com/-/3/AU7nFKL-mRg70md7zfWP
Applications of Intelligent Optimization in Biology and Medicine
Book Series: Intelligent Systems Reference Library, Vol. 96
Editor/s: Hassanien, Aboul-Ella; Grosan, Crina; Fahmy Tolba, Mohamed
http://www.springer.com/-/1/AU7nFKL-mRg70md7zfWP
Dynamics, Games and Science
Book Series: CIM Series in Mathematical Sciences, Vol. 1
Editor/s: Bourguignon, Jean-Pierre; Jeltsch, Rolf;
Pinto, Alberto Adrego; Viana, Marcelo
http://www.springer.com/-/2/AU7nFKL-mRg70md7zfWP
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From: Isaac Salazar Ciudad <Isaac.Salazar@uab.cat>
Date: July 30, 2015 at 8:00:24 AM
Subject: PhD Position: Gene Network Evolution, U Helsinki
Graduate position for a PhD in evo-devo and systems biology: gene
network evolution
Job/ project description:
The main objectives of the PhD project is to:
a) Develop computational models of organ development (morphogenesis and
pattern formation) and their evolution in mammalian teeth, hair or
Drosophila wing.
Or and
b) Develop models about the evolution of gene networks and embryonic
development in general.
The research will take place in the Center of Excellence in Experimental
and computational developmental biology of the Biotechnology Institute
of the Helsinki University.
The aim is to understand how these organs develop and how animal
development works in general by learning from a number of examples in
detail. This is how a simple organ primordia characterized by a specific
distribution of cell types transforms, over time, into a complex and
functional organ with many cells, cell types and a specific spatial
distribution of those. This process involves the interaction of many
genes and the interactions of those with cells mechanical properties.
Computational models are important tools to understand the dynamics of
those networks and how they lead to the observed development.
The modeling will focus on gene network regulation, cell-cell
communication, cell mechanical interactions and developmental mechanisms
in general and, optionally, artificial in silico evolution.
The biotechnology institute includes a range of experimental biologists
working on several systems. The supervisor of the theoretical aspects
will be Dr. Salazar-Ciudad but the PhD would include close collaboration
with Jukka Jernvall group and other groups in the center of excellence.
The PhD will also include collaboration with developmental biologists,
bioinformaticians, paleontologists and other evolutionary and systems
biologists in these groups. The work may also include, optionally,
collaboration, and spending some time, in Barcelona.
Requirements:
The applicant must be a biologists preferably with a strong background
in either evolutionary biology, developmental biology or theoretical
biology. Some knowledge of ecology, zoology, cell and molecular biology
are also desirable.
Bioinformaticians, systems biologists or computer biologists that do not
have a degree in biology or similar would not be considered
(e.g. Computer scientists, physicists and engineers).
Programming skills or a willingness to acquire them is required.
The most important requirement is a strong interest and motivation on
science, gene networks and evolution. A capacity for creative and
critical thinking is also desirable.
Description of the position:
The fellowship will be for a period of up to 4 years (100% research work:
no teaching involved).
The purpose of the fellowship is research training leading to the
successful completion of a PhD degree.
Salary according to Finnish PhD student salaries.
The application must include:
-Application letter including a statement of interests
-CV (summarizing degrees obtained, subjects included in degree and
grades, average grade)
-Application should be send to Isaac Salazar-Ciudad by email:
isaac.salazar@helsinki.fi
Foreign applicants are advised to attach an explanation of their
University's grading system. Please remember that all documents should
be in English (no official translation is required).
Examples of recent publications by Isaac Salazar-Ciudad group.
-Salazar-Ciudad I1, Marín-Riera M. Adaptive dynamics under
development-based genotype-phenotype maps.
Nature. 2013 May 16;497(7449):361-4.
-Salazar-Ciudad I, Jernvall J. A computational model of teeth and
the developmental origins of morphological variation. Nature. 2010
Mar 25;464(7288):583-6.
Interested candidates should check our group webpage:
http://www.biocenter.helsinki.fi/salazar/index.html
Candidates will be selected as they come.
Isaac Salazar-Ciudad: isaac.salazar@helsinki.fi
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From: Valentina Baldazzi <valentina.baldazzi@avignon.inra.fr>
Date: July 30, 2015 at 5:24:03 AM
Subject: Post-doc: Plant Ecophysiology & Biological..., INRA Avignon
Postdoctoral Position in Plant Ecophysiology and Biological Modelling,
INRA, Avignon, France
Keywords
LED light, Functional-Structural Plant Model, Tomato, Lycopersicon x
esculentum, Plant architecture, Source-sink relations, Ecophysiology
Context
Over the last decades, the use of assimilation lighting in greenhouse
horticulture has increased by 10% per year to fulfill the demands of the
market of year-round high quality products. The LED technology
revolution creates a unique opportunity to realize LED based production
systems which can reduce the carbon footprint by up to 45% compared to
conventional High Pressure Sodium lamps. The commitment of the business
partners and the strong partnership with leading knowledge institutes
will lead to market adoption of superior LED based systems in greenhouse
horticulture by providing a superior combination of breakthrough
energy-efficient LED systems, new varieties, consultancy and knowledge
transfer.
The European Climate KIC (Knowledge Innovation Community) will be
funding an innovation and pathfinder project entitled "Carbon-LED -
Carbon footprint reduction via LED based production systems". This
applied research project will be conducted by a consortium of three
commercial (Philips Electronics, Bayer Crop Science, Start Life) and
three academic (Wageningen UR, Wageningen University, National Institute
of Agronomic Research) from two European countries (The Netherlands and
France).
Subject to a final decision of funding by Climate-KIC, INRA (the French
National Institute of Agronomic Research) is looking for a postdoctoral
scientist, for a duration of 18 months.
Objectives and Missions
Previously, a model of static architecture of adult tomato was created,
as well as a virtual fruit model, parameterized for tomato fruit. With
another model developed by INRA Avignon it became possible to simulate
the allocation of assimilates from sources to sinks. In the frame of a
precursor project, a model of spectral light emitted from Light Emitting
Diodes (LED) lamps and its further fate in a greenhouse with static
tomato plants and reflective surfaces was created and has been made
available as a module within the modelling platform GroIMP.
The postdoctoral scientist to be recruited will combine these previous
modelling efforts to contribute to the development of a functional
plant-fruit model of tomato with improved description of a
photosynthesis module that is responsive to the light spectrum. In
addition a module of fruit photosynthesis at the green stage will be
included. The overarching objective of all modelling activities is the
creation of a decision-support tool for growers and breeders, the
principle of which will be demonstrated at the end of the second year
of the project.
The candidate will benefit from a strong scientific background of the
host institution in plant sciences, in particular crop ecophysiology and
possibly genetics. The campus in Avignon is characterized by a fruitful
interaction between the various plant sciences, higher education, and a
local horticultural industry that is rich in diversity. The candidate
will work closely with the project partners in Angers (INRA) and
Wageningen UR. This position is designed to serve in fostering the
scientific career of researchers.
Required Skills
We are looking for a self-motivated individual with strong communication
and organization skills, who will have (recently) completed a Ph.D.
thesis in Plant Sciences, Information Sciences or Horticulture, with an
application of modeling and a publication record. Knowledge of
programming languages (Java, C++, Python) and modeling platforms
(Matlab, GroIMP, OpenAlea) is essential, experience in statistical data
analysis tools (R) will be an asset. Affinity for field or greenhouse
work or previous experience with tomato (or other greenhouse vegetables)
will be a distinct advantage. Ability to communicate in English both
orally and in writing is essential; knowledge of French language will be
a strong asset.
Location
Ecophysiology of Horticultural Plants (EPH) team, Research Unit 1115
Horticultural Plants and Cultures, INRA, Domaine Saint Paul, Site
Agroparc, CS 40509, 84914 Avignon Cedex 9, France
Remuneration
Between 2300 and 2900 euros gross, depending on prior experience.
Duration
18 months (initially 6 months, extension of contract after revision of
goals). The position will start as soon as possible. Open until filled.
Contact
For further information regarding this position, please contact:
Dr. Michel Génard: michel.genard@avignon.inra.fr,
(+33) - (0) 4 32 72 24 58 or Prof. Dr. Gerhard Buck-Sorlin:
gerhard.buck-sorlin@agrocampus-ouest.fr, (+33) - (0)2 41 22 55 48
Your application should include a cover letter, with a brief description
of your research interests, a CV, and a list of at least 2 references.
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From: Mintu Nath <dr.m.nath@gmail.com>
Date: July 31, 2015 at 7:25:42 AM
Subject: Post-doc: Medical Statistician, U Leicester
Medical Statistician
Department of Cardiovascular Sciences
University of Leicester
Ref: MBP01396
Department: Cardiovascular Sciences
Job Type: Research
Specific Location: Glenfield Hospital
Salary Grade 6 - £26,274 to £30,434 per annum
Salary Grade 7 - £32,277 to £37,394 per annum
Contract Type: Full Time Fixed Term Contract
Fixed-term contract from 16 September 2015 to 31 March 2017
Job Purpose
College of Medicine, Biological Sciences and Psychology
Department of Cardiovascular Sciences
At Leicester we're going places. As a leading University in Britain our
aim is to climb further. A commitment to high quality fused with an
inclusive academic culture is our hallmark and led the Times Higher
Education to describe us as "elite without being elitist".
As Biomedical Statistician for the NIHR Leicester Biomedical Research
Unit in Cardiovascular Disease you will be joining a Unit and Department
that is internationally recognised for its research and provides an
excellent opportunity for an ambitious statistician to develop a strong
career in medical statistics that will inform and improve healthcare.
You will provide input into statistical aspects of research studies and
undertake specialist statistical analysis of data from a range of
studies including clinical, laboratory and genetic studies, within the
NIHR Leicester Cardiovascular Biomedical Research Unit (LCBRU) and
Department of Cardiovascular Sciences at Glenfield Hospital. This may
involve working with national and international collaborators. You will
provide statistical input in the preparation of scientific papers for
publication and research grants. You will identify and establish novel
analytical methods for the benefit of the LCBRU.
The LCBRU aims to improve the diagnosis, prognosis and treatment of
cardiovascular diseases. The Unit provides state-of-the-art facilities,
equipment and staff to assist researchers in their complex projects.
LCBRU is one of 20 units around England funded by the National Institute
for Health Research (NIHR), a strategic research funding body within the
NHS. LCBRU is a partnership between the University of Leicester and
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust.
To be appointed at a grade 6 level you will have a higher degree in
biostatistics, medical statistics or applied statistics or extensive
relevant work experience working as a statistician in a HE,
health-related or clinical setting, and knowledge in biomedical
statistics and data analysis.
To be appointed at a grade 7 level you will have a PhD in Biostatistics,
medical physics or applied statistics and be able to provide evidence of
independence in research and more experience in selection of optimal
statistical methodologies. You will also have specialist knowledge in
biomedical statistics and data analysis.
Informal enquiries are welcome and should be made to Prof Nilesh J
Samani on njs@le.ac.uk.
APPLICATION DETAILS:
http://www2.le.ac.uk/offices/jobs/opportunities/jobsearch and reference MBP01396
FURTHER DETAILS:
http://www.le.ac.uk/jobs/external/MBP01396_Job_Summary.pdf
CLOSING DATE: Midnight on 27 August 2015
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From: Doe, Aimee <Aimee_Doe@hms.harvard.edu>
Date: July 30, 2015 at 7:07:29 AM
Subject: Post-docs: Biomedical Informatics Department, Harvard Medical
Areas of Interest: Single-Cell Genomics, Epigenetics, Intratumoral
Heterogeneity, Nucleosome Organization, Computational Biology.
Job Description: A laboratory at the newly-formed Department of
Biomedical Informatics at the Harvard Medical School (HMS) is looking to
recruit several postdoctoral fellows interested in pursuing one or more
of the following topics in computational biology:
I. Single-Cell Genomics. The fellow will be charged with developing
novel statistical approaches to analysis of single-cell genomic data,
mathematical modeling of cellular processes, as well as applications of
such techniques to studies healthy and diseased tissues. Strong
background in statistics, modeling of stochastic processes and
multicellular systems is desired.
II. Computational analysis of epigenetic mechanisms disrupted in cancer
and other disease-disrupted tissues. The fellow will be responsible for
developing and applying computational methods for integrative analysis
of genome-wide epigenetic, transcriptional and proteomic data, aiming to
identify specific factors and molecular mechanisms underlying
misregulation of the epigenetic states in several types of human cancer.
The ideal candidate should have strong quantitative background, ample
experience with analysis of sequencing assays, and strong interest in
cancer biology.
III. Computational analysis of nucleosome organization. The fellow will
be part of the central analysis group for the extensive 4D-nucleus
consortium project funded by the NIH. The efforts will be focused on
development of analysis techniques for the next generation of
experimental methods for measuring organization and dynamics of the
eukaryotic nucleus that are being developed by the members of the
consortia. Experience with analysis of Hi-C and relevant imaging data is
strongly preferred.
All of the projects are being conducted in close cooperation with the
expert bench-side laboratories, providing an excellent opportunity for
collaborative research. The Harvard Medical School and the Department
also provides rich scientific environment, with a number of relevant
seminar series, invited speakers, and many neighboring laboratories
working on related projects. Please see http://pklab.med.harvard.edu/
for additional information about the laboratory.
PhD in Computational Biology, Statistics, Physics or other related
discipline is required. A strong record of publications in the field is
desired.
How to apply: Please send cover letter, curriculum vitae and contact
information for at least two references to Dr. Peter Kharchenko at
peter_kharchenko@hms.harvard.edu. Applications will be considered until
the positions are filled. Please specify which project you are
interested in.
Employer: Department of Biomedical Informatics has been recently formed
at the Harvard Medical School to lead development of computational and
informatics techniques to address pertinent challenges in modern
biological sciences and medicine. The Department's faculty conduct
research at the intersection of biomedicine and information sciences,
including bioinformatics, functional genomics, translational medicine,
and clinical knowledge management. The Department also hosts the
Bioinformatics & Integrative Genomics PhD program (sponsored by NHGRI)
and the Biomedical Informatics Masters program.
Harvard Medical School is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer. Women and minorities are especially encouraged to apply.
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From: David Cox <dacox@amherst.edu>
Date: July 28, 2015 at 3:48:26 PM
Subject: Tenure-Tracks: Applied Mathematics, Amherst College
Amherst College has two tenure-track Assistant Professor Mathematics
positions, one with a preference for applied mathematics. We seek
applicants who can teach and encourage students of diverse backgrounds,
including first-generation students, international students, and
students with varying mathematical preparation. Amherst College is an
equal opportunity employer and encourages women, persons of color, and
persons with disabilities to apply. The college is committed to
enriching its educational experience and culture through the diversity
of its faculty, administration, and staff. Responsibilities include
teaching two courses per semester and supervising undergraduate theses.
Requirements: Ph.D. in mathematics or a related field, strong commitment
to research, passion for teaching. Submit cover letter, curriculum
vitae, list of publications, research statement, teaching statement, and
at least three letters of recommendation, at least one specifically
addressing teaching, to MathJobs.Org. Applications accepted until the
positions are filled; those received by December 1, 2015, will be
guaranteed consideration.
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From: Mitch Gillick <mitch@jobelephant.com>
Date: July 29, 2015 at 2:30:48 PM
Subject: Faculty Positions: Statistics, Notre Dame U
University of Notre Dame, College of Science, Applied and Computational
Mathematics and Statistics
Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor in Statistics (ACMS)
Location: Notre Dame, IN
Closes: Dec 1, 2015 at midnight Eastern Time (GMT-4 hours)
The Department of Applied and Computational Mathematics and Statistics
(ACMS) in The University of Notre Dame has three statistics positions at
both the junior and senior level to fill this year. Our preference would
be two statisticians at a senior (tenured) level and the remaining
position at a junior (tenure-track) level. The statisticians should be
in any areas of research that build on our existing activities.
Preference will be given to applicants whose research includes
multi-disciplinary collaborations.
ACMS includes research groups in applied mathematics, statistics and
computational science. The current fourteen faculty members have
research interests in Bayesian statistics, statistical bioinformatics
and high-dimensional data, statistics in networks, and Big Data,
multiscale modeling of blood clotting and biofilms, mathematical
modeling in cell biology and tumor growth, MEMS, numerical and
computational algorithms, and computational neuroscience. ACMS offers a
Bachelor of Science, a doctoral degree, a research master's degree, and
a professional master's degree. ACMS is a member of the College of
Science.
The teaching load in ACMS is three courses per year, and the positions
begin in August 2016.
QUALIFICATIONS
The successful statistics applicants must have a doctorate in
statistics, biostatistics, or a closely related field, and a record of
success in both research and teaching.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Applications, including a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and research
and teaching statements, should be uploaded at
http://apptrkr.com/644634. Applicants should also arrange for at least
three letters of recommendation to be submitted through the Interfolio
system. These letters should address the applicant's research
accomplishments and supply evidence that the applicant has the ability
to communicate articulately and teach effectively.
Senior faculty are invited to contact the Department Chair, Andrew
Sommese, at sommese@nd.edu, at any time.
We will begin reviewing completed applications received by November 1 or
earlier, but will also review those submitted by December 1.
The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the
highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an
Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to building a culturally
diverse workplace. We strongly encourage applications from female and
minority candidates and others that will enhance our community.
Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or
disabled qualified individuals, and requires affirmative action by
covered contractors to employ and advance veterans and qualified
individuals with disabilities in compliance with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and
41 CFR 60-300.5(a).
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From: Owens, Roland (NIH/OD) [E] <owensrol@mail.nih.gov>
Date: August 1, 2015 at 9:25:13 AM
Re-Sent From: Raymond Mejía <mejiar@helix.nih.gov>
Subject: NIH: Selected Intramural Research & Other Openings, Aug 2015
NIH-Wide Earl Stadtman Tenure-Track Investigator Search
(deadline: September 30)
The National Institutes of Health, the U.S. government's premier
biomedical and behavioral research enterprise and a component of the
Department of Health and Human Services, is pleased to announce its
seventh annual call for "NIH Earl Stadtman Investigators," a broad
recruitment of tenure-track investigators (assistant professor
equivalent) for the NIH intramural research program.
Come join the team whose hallmarks are stable funding, intellectual
freedom, shared resources, and access to a wide range of scientific
expertise. A fantastic array of scientists already has been hired
through the "Stadtman" recruitment in the last six years.
A variety of basic and translational/clinical positions are available,
with areas of active recruitment including (but not limited to):
Behavioral Sciences, Biochemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Biophysics,
Biostatistics, Cancer Biology, Cell Biology, Cell Metabolism, Chemical
Biology, Chromosome Biology, Circadian Biology, Computational
Biology/Bioinformatics (including natural language processing and text
mining), Developmental Biology, Epidemiology, Genetics, Genomics, Health
Disparities, Hearing & Balance, Immunology, Infectious Diseases,
Microbiology, Molecular Pharmacology, Neurodevelopment, Neurosciences,
Sensory Biology, Social Sciences, Structural Biology, Systems Biology,
Toxicology, Translational and Clinical Research, and Virology.
Who we are: Among our approximately 1,100 principal investigators and
5,000 trainees in the NIH intramural research program are world-renowned
experts in basic, translational, population-based, and clinical
research. Similar to academia, we offer our scientists the opportunity
to mentor outstanding trainees at all levels (e.g., graduate students
and postdoctoral fellows) in a research setting.
Whom we seek: We seek a diverse cadre of creative thinkers eager to take
on innovative, high-impact research.
Qualifications/eligibility: Applicants must have an M.D., Ph.D.,
D.D.S./D.M.D., D.V.M., D.O., R.N./Ph.D., or equivalent doctoral degree
and have an outstanding record of research accomplishments as evidenced
by high quality publications in peer-reviewed journals. Applicants
should be non-tenured scientists. Appointees may be U.S. citizens,
resident aliens, or non-resident aliens with, or eligible to obtain, a
valid employment-authorization visa.
How to apply: Applicants must submit four items: (1) a CV, which should
include mentoring and leadership activities; (2) a three-page proposal
titled Research Goals, i.e., the research you hope to perform at the
NIH; (3) a one-page statement titled Long-term Research Vision and
Impact, i.e., what you hope to achieve for yourself, your field, and
society; and (4) contact information for three professional references.
Submit these through our online application system at
http://tenuretrack.nih.gov/apply between August 1 and September 30, 2015
(11:59 p.m. EDT). You will be asked to designate a primary and secondary
scientific area of expertise to aid in assigning your application to the
appropriate review committee. Requests for letters of recommendation
will be sent to your references when you submit your application.
Reference letters will be accepted via upload to the website until
October 7, 2015 (11:59 p.m. EDT). We cannot accept paper applications.
What to expect: Search committees, composed of experts in various
fields, will review and evaluate applicants based on criteria which
include publication record, mentoring experience, scientific vision,
potential scientific impact of current and proposed research, awards,
and references. Select applicants will be invited to the NIH for
interviews and will be considered candidates. These candidates will also
present seminars open to the public. Some applicants not selected as
Earl Stadtman Investigator candidates may be considered for other open
NIH research positions. Please find answers to frequently asked
questions at http://tenuretrack.nih.gov/apply/faq/stadtman.html .
More information about our program is at http://irp.nih.gov . The
inspiring story of Earl and Thressa Stadtman's research at the NIH is at
http://history.nih.gov/exhibits/stadtman . Specific questions regarding
this recruitment effort may be directed to Dr. Roland Owens, Assistant
Director, NIH Office of Intramural Research, at owensrol@mail.nih.gov .
DHHS and NIH are Equal Opportunity Employers.
THE NIH IS DEDICATED TO BUILDING AN INCLUSIVE AND DIVERSE COMMUNITY IN
ITS TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT PROGRAMS
Chief
Biostatistics Branch, NCI-DCEG
(Review of Applications Begins: October 1)
The Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics (DCEG) of the National
Cancer Institute is recruiting an accomplished, senior scientist to
serve as Chief of its Biostatistics Branch (BB). DCEG scientists carry
out a comprehensive program of research on the environmental and genetic
causes of cancer, with a strong emphasis on molecular epidemiology. BB
scientists play an integral role in the design, analysis and
interpretation of DCEG studies, conduct independent statistical and
computational research on methods for such studies, conduct selected
epidemiologic studies, improve methods for gathering and analyzing
epidemiologic, clinical and laboratory data, and train pre- and
post-doctoral fellows and others in biostatistics and descriptive
epidemiology.
The Branch Chief directs an intramural research program, provides
leadership and facilitates research activities of Branch scientists, and
plans and directs independent statistical and computational research. In
addition to overseeing the administrative management of the Branch,
responsibilities include supervising staff members, mentoring tenure
track investigators and post doctoral fellows, and ensuring the
scientific quality of the Branch research portfolio. The Chief also
plays a major role in ensuring the epidemiologic and methodologic rigor
of research across DCEG. BB currently has a staff of 24 scientists,
including 11 tenured or tenure track independent investigators, and
additional recruitments are anticipated. Resources available to BB
include contract support for computer programming and for epidemiologic
field studies and access to large general population and specialized
occupational and environmental cohort studies as well as extensive
molecular epidemiology data.
The successful candidate must hold a doctoral degree in biostatistics,
statistics or a related field. He or she must demonstrate knowledge of
epidemiologic and statistical methods and ability to: (1) conduct
high-quality original research using mathematical and biostatistical
approaches; (2) publish such work in peer-reviewed scientific or medical
journals and present it at scientific meetings; and (3) have evidence of
national/international recognition for research contributions. The
candidate must also demonstrate administrative experience, including
supervision and scientific management.
The Chief, Biostatistics Branch, will be eligible for a tenured
appointment at a salary commensurate with his/her qualifications and
experience. Full Federal benefits including leave, health and life
insurance, long-term care insurance, retirement, and savings plan (401k
equivalent) will be provided. Interested individuals should send a cover
letter, curriculum vitae and bibliography, a brief summary of research
interests and accomplishments, scientific administrative experience,
copies of up to five publications or preprints, and the names and
addresses of three references to: Ms. Catherine McClave; Division of
Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics, National Cancer Institute; 9609
Medical Center Drive, Rm. 7E-440; Bethesda, MD 20892-9774; e-mail:
mcclavec@mail.nih.gov. Applications received by October 1, 2015,
will be considered for a first round of interviews, but applications
will be accepted until the position is filled. The DHHS and NIH are
equal opportunity employers.
The NIH Intramural Research Program
http://irp.nih.gov/
http://irp.nih.gov/careers/tenured-and-tenure-track-scientific-careers
Link to Fellowships and Positions of Interest to fellows
https://www.training.nih.gov/
https://www.training.nih.gov/career_services/jobs
Link to NIH Jobs
http://www.jobs.nih.gov/
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From: Whang, Kenneth C. <kwhang@NSF.GOV>
Date: August 4, 2015 at 4:57:30 PM
Subject: Revision: Collaborative Research in Computational Neuroscience
A revised solicitation for Collaborative Research in Computational
Neuroscience, NSF 15-595, has been posted at http://www.nsf.gov/crcns/.
Companion documents from our partner agencies will also be posted soon.
The next deadline for this competition will be OCTOBER 29, 2015.
In addition to proposals for domestic US projects and bilateral
international collaborations, proposals may be submitted this fall for
MULTILATERAL INTERNATIONAL COLLABORATIONS. Parallel funding by the
participating agencies will be available for multilateral projects
involving the United States and 2 or more additional countries. For
details please see the revision notes and Sections V and VIII of the
solicitation. The scientific description of the program remains
unchanged.
Please also note that any proposal submitted in response to this
solicitation should be submitted in accordance with the revised NSF
Grant Proposal Guide, changes to which have been summarized at
http://www.nsf.gov/pubs/policydocs/pappguide/nsf15001/sigchanges.jsp.
If you have not reviewed the Grant Proposal Guide recently, please, at a
minimum, search GPG Chapter II for "Broader Impacts" to familiarize
yourself with current requirements for the project description and
results of prior support.
Be advised that NSF is anticipating a heavy volume of proposals to
another program with an October 29 deadline this year, so if you can
submit before the last day you may have a better experience with the
submission process. Submitting in advance will also give you the
opportunity to verify the integrity of your submitted proposal PDF,
exactly as it will appear to reviewers. As needed, FastLane will
automatically accept any corrections submitted as Proposal File Updates
prior to the deadline.
Agency contacts have also been updated, reflecting new assignments
following the departures of some of our long-time agency colleagues.
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From: Whang, Kenneth C. <kwhang@NSF.GOV>
Date: August 2, 2015 at 7:40:26 PM
Subject: NIH: New BRAIN Initiative: Theories, Models and Methods for...
A new NIH BRAIN Initiative opportunity has been posted that may be of
interest to many of you:
BRAIN Initiative: Theories, Models and Methods for Analysis of Complex
Data from the Brain (R01)
http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-EB-15-006.html
This FOA solicits new theories, computational models, and statistical
methods to derive understanding of brain function from complex
neuroscience data. Approaches could include the creation of new
theories, ideas, and conceptual frameworks to organize/unify data and
infer general principles of brain function; new computational models to
develop testable hypotheses and design/drive experiments; and new
mathematical and statistical methods to support or refute a stated
hypothesis about brain function, and/or assist in detecting features in
complex brain data. It is expected that the approaches developed under
this FOA will be made widely available to the neuroscience research
community for their use and modification.
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Grace Peng,
NIBIB, or Jim Gnadt, NINDS.
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From: NIH Extramural Nexus (NIH/OD) <ExtramuralNexus@mail.nih.gov>
Date: August 4, 2015 at 8:23:21 AM
Re-Sent From: Raymond Mejía <digest.ray@gmail.com>
Subject: NIH: Strategic Plan Input, Peer Review..., Register 4 Seminars
For an NIH Update, including RPPR and NIH Strategic Plan Input;
Understanding Peer Review Capacity; and Register Now for NIH Seminars,
see
https://list.nih.gov/cgi-bin/wa.exe?A2=ind1508&L=extramuralnexus&F=&S=&P=66
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