Postdoctoral Research Associate 26-040

Summary

The Old Dominion University Research Foundation seeks a Postdoctoral Research Associate. The candidate will be developing a copula-based multi-series statistical model for count time series, with application to the PIs TimeScapes package. Applying structural change-point analysis to event detection in molecular simulations. Incorporating Directed Acyclic Graphs (DAGs) within the copula framework to model causal interdependence between series-level activity and dependency between amino acids, revealing allosteric mechanisms within proteins.

Education and/or training: PhD in Mathematics and or Statistics

Specific knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Solid understanding and experience with the following research topics:

• Software development in R and Python
• Mathematical modeling

Applicants must upload a CV at a minimum, along with any other documents which they wish to be considered such as a cover letter, statement of research, etc.

To apply: click Job Browsing; and follow the link for position #26-040. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled

This position is being filled through the Research Foundation, which is a separate entity from Old Dominion University (ODU). While we work in support of ODU, the Research Foundation operates independently and is a not-for-profit, tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization.

The organization is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer (AA/EOE/M/F/Disability/VETS/Drug-Free Workplace). We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all individuals in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Employment decisions — including recruitment, hiring, training, compensation, and promotion — are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Affirmative action efforts are conducted consistent with applicable laws to promote equal opportunity in employment and advancement.

As part of our commitment to pay transparency and compliance with applicable laws, the Research Foundation includes a good-faith salary range in all job postings. These ranges represent the expected hiring range for the position, not the full compensation band.

Final salary offers may vary depending on factors such as experience, qualifications, skills, internal equity, and budget availability. The anticipated salary range for this position is $63,480 - $66,948

Job Responsibilities:

Developing a copula-based multi-series statistical model for count time series, with application to the PIs TimeScapes package. Applying structural change-point analysis to event detection in molecular simulations. Incorporating Directed Acyclic Graphs (DAGs) within the copula framework to model causal interdependence between series-level activity and dependency between amino acids, revealing allosteric mechanisms within proteins.