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Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Computational Biology, Genomics and Autoimmune Rheumatology NYU Langone Health in United States
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Immunology
Funding
The position offers an annual salary of $70,000–$75,000 plus benefits.
Deadline
Jan 3, 2027
Country
United States
University
NYU Langone Health
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The Najjar Lab at NYU Langone Health is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join a collaborative research program at the intersection of computational biology, genomics, immunology and rheumatology.
Led by physician-scientist Dr. Rayan Najjar, the lab investigates fundamental mechanisms of autoimmune disease, with particular interest in autoimmune myositis and dermatomyositis. Its research examines how endogenous double-stranded RNA may activate innate RNA-sensing pathways and drive type I interferon production, as well as how cryptic splicing can generate previously unseen peptides that function as neoantigens and initiate immune responses.
The fellow will lead and contribute to computationally driven projects focused on rheumatologic autoimmune diseases. Research may involve bulk, single-cell and spatial transcriptomics, epigenomic datasets, DNA sequencing, alternative splicing, transposable elements and innate immune sensing. The role combines analysis of high-dimensional genomic data with biological and clinical interpretation.
The successful researcher will independently lead one or two primary projects while contributing to collaborative work across the group. The lab integrates clinical expertise, a specimen biorepository and discovery-focused research, creating a clinically grounded environment for developing new hypotheses about autoimmune pathogenesis and future therapies. Fellows also participate in journal clubs, rheumatology grand rounds, seminars and collaborative research discussions.
Funding details
The position offers an annual salary of $70,000–$75,000 plus benefits.
What's required
Applicants must hold a PhD in computational biology, bioinformatics, genomics, biostatistics or a related field; have a strong computational background with demonstrated experience in genomic or transcriptomic data analysis; possess a proven record of peer-reviewed publications; and be able to work independently and collaboratively with strong analytical, organizational and scientific communication skills. Preferred qualifications include experience with single-cell omics, spatial omics, epigenomic profiling, DNA sequencing or large-scale biological data analysis, and an interest in immunology, rheumatology or autoimmune disease biology.
How to apply
Email a one-page cover letter describing computational experience, career objectives and research interests, a CV of no more than three pages including publications, and a list of three references. The listing also provides an online application form.
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