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Summary

Postdoctoral Fellow – Integrated Mathematical Oncology Dept: Translational Predictive Modeling Using Patient-Reported Outcomes

The Brady-Nicholls lab is primarily focused on developing patient-specific, predictive models of minimally- and non-invasive biomarkers. Patient-reported outcomes (PROs) are increasingly collected as part of a patient’s routine care, as they provide an easily-accessible, personalized assessment of a patient’s quality of life before, during, and after treatment. Changes in specific PROs over time can be important indicators of patient response that can be used to personalize treatment.

Applications are sought for the position of Postdoctoral Fellow to analyze patient-specific PRO dynamics and identify correlates to treatment response, that can subsequently be used to predict tumor dynamics. We are seeking an ambitious and talented researcher with a background in applied mathematics, computational biology, computer science or similar area. The Integrated Mathematical Oncology department provides a unique, collaborative environment integrating expertise from mathematicians, biologist, experimentalist, and clinical oncologists. This clinical data-driven project will be multi-disciplinary, working closely with collaborators in the Health Outcomes and Behavior department.

Position Highlights:

• Moffitt integrates excellent patient care with cutting-edge clinical and basic research. Having a cancer hospital on-site provides unique opportunities for translational research.
• Outstanding mentorship from expert faculty with wide-ranging funded research programs including T32 Training Grants.
• You will gain expertise in mathematical modeling, data analysis, programming, and computational methods, as well as experience in manuscript and grant preparation.
• Interdisciplinary research will facilitate collaborations with experts in diverse fields to gain a broader perspective on cancer research.
• You will be encouraged and supported to apply for training grants.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Experience in analyzing data and developing dynamic models; proficiency in computer programming (MATLAB, R, or similar language)
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Good communication skills, both oral and written

Responsibilities:

• Conduct high-quality, independent research in mathematical oncology
• Build upon current and develop new collaborations
• Communicate projects results clearly with fellow lab members, department members, as well as collaborators
• Produce high-impact publications

Credentials and Qualifications:

• MD or PhD in Applied Mathematics, Computational Biology, or other computational discipline
• At least one first Author publication.

You will be eligible for benefits offered to our Team Members – Moffitt Postdocs are provided free employee-only Medical and eligible for Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Retirement, Parental Leave, and more. With a move to Tampa, you may be eligible for relocation allowance. Reason to relocate, aside from the sunshine, beaches and year-round outdoor recreation associated with the Gulf Coast of Florida, Tampa is a thriving metropolitan city with unique cultural attractions, and a high quality of life. We strive for work/life balance.

If you have the vision, passion, and dedication to contribute to our mission,

then we have a place for you.