Berkeley Lab's Biological Systems and Engineering Division has an opening for a Computational Biologist Postdoc Scholar .  The candidate will leverage machine learning, synthetic biology and automation to make bioengineering a predictable endeavor, for the production of commercially viable bioproducts and other purposes. This position will be part of the Quantitative Modeling Group. Under general supervision of the principal investigator, the candidate will work as part of a collaborative team to integrate phenotypic data (e.g. fluxomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, metabolomics) into quantitative computational models able to predict the outcome of bioengineering approaches, as well as develop and apply automation solutions to gather these data. The candidate will be working closely with bench scientists, automation engineers and software developers in devising methods for high-throughput data collection and analysis for feedback into experimental design, as part of the Joint BioEnergy Institute, the Agile BioFoundry, or other programs.

What You Will Do:

• Develop quantitative predictive models of cell metabolism.

• Integrate transcriptomic, proteomic and metabolomic data into quantitative models.

• Use machine-learning approaches to predict bioengineering outcomes.

• Calculate fluxes through 13C Metabolic Flux Analysis.

• Develop and optimize code and algorithms for predictive models.

• Develop automated experiments in collaboration with automation engineers to gather data for predictive models.

• Interact continuously with bench scientist to guide and propose new experiments and use available data to its full potential.

• Prepare research results for publication and for presentations at scientific and internal meetings.

Additional Responsibilities as needed:

• Assist in preparation of grant proposals.

• Perform 13C Metabolic Flux Analysis experiments.

• Leverage Deep Learning techniques to solve computational biology problems.

What is Required:

• PhD in systems biology, bioengineering, computational biology, bioinformatics, applied mathematics, theoretical physics, computer science, electrical engineering or closely related discipline.

• Significant experience in python or other major programming language.

• Strong mathematical background and analytical skills.

• Strong interest in microbiology and bacterial metabolism.

• Strong written communication skills.

• A commitment to and demonstrated an ability to perform collaborative research in an interdisciplinary team environment.

Additional Desired Qualifications:

• Experience in modeling of biological systems.

• Experience in Machine Learning.

• Experience in Deep Learning techniques.

• Experience in 13C Metabolic Flux Analysis.

• Knowledge of microbiology and bacterial metabolism.

• Experience in metabolic flux analysis.

• Experience in experimental bench work.

The posting shall remain open until the position is filled, however for full consideration, please apply by close of business on November 3, 2018.

Notes:

• This is a full time, 1 year postdoctoral appointment with the possibility of renewal based upon satisfactory job performance, continuing availability of funds and ongoing operational needs. You must have less than <number> years paid postdoctoral experience. The salary for Postdoctoral positions depends on years of experience post-degree.

• Full-time, M-F, exempt (monthly paid) from overtime pay.

• This position is represented by a union for collective bargaining purposes.

• Salary will be predetermined based on postdoctoral step rates.

• This position may be subject to a background check. Any convictions will be evaluated to determine if they directly relate to the responsibilities and requirements of the position. Having a conviction history will not automatically disqualify an applicant from being considered for employment.

• Work will be primarily performed at Joint BioEnergy Institute (JBEI) — Bldg. 978, 5885 Hollis St., 4th floor, Emeryville, CA.

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