What are the responsibilities and job description for the Postdoctoral Researcher, Real World Evidence position at ALS TDI?
About Us: The ALS Therapy Development Institute (ALS TDI) is a leading non-profit biotechnology company dedicated to discovering and advancing effective treatments for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). At ALS TDI, we are driven by our mission to find therapies that can make a real difference for patients living with ALS.
Location: 100% Remote (Office space available if needed)
Position Type: 25 hours per week (Flexible Hours)
Duration: 1-year appointment with potential for renewal based on performance and funding.
Start Date: Immediately
Position Overview:
We are seeking a motivated and talented Postdoctoral Researcher to join our dynamic Real World Evidence (RWE) team in 2025. This position is funded by a CDC grant focused on studying risk factors for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) through ARC, our large, ongoing natural history study. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge ALS research and help accelerate progress toward ending this disease.
Key Responsibilities:
- Data Analysis: Conduct comprehensive data analysis using multimodal datasets to identify and understand ALS risk factors.
- Literature Review: Support systematic literature reviews to inform research methodologies and study designs.
- Data Integration: Assist in establishing and managing an OMOP Common Data Model instance for standardized data analysis.
- Collaboration: Partner with external organizations and research collaborators to advance study objectives.
- Data Management: Develop and implement processes for regular data analysis, organization, and presentation.
Qualifications:
- Education: Doctorate (Ph.D. or equivalent) in Biostatistics, Informatics, or a related field. Students currently in PhD programs will also be considered.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in Python or R
- Desirable skills: Experience working with OMOP CDM or similar data models is highly desirable.
- Collaboration: Strong communication and teamwork skills for cross-functional collaboration.
- Organizational Skills: Ability to design and implement workflows for data management and reporting.
Why Join Us?
- Engage in meaningful research that aims to uncover critical insights into ALS.
- Be part of a collaborative and supportive team passionate about ending ALS.
- Enjoy flexible work hours in a fully remote environment.
- Contribute to high-impact projects. The post doc is also encouraged to lead research projects, poster presentations, and publications under the mentorship of senior researchers.
Note: Applicants must submit both a resume and a cover letter (highlighting relevant experience and research interests) to be considered for this position.
Salary : $55 - $60
