The Weitz group welcomes computational and physical scientists interested in biology and biologists interested in applying/developing quantitative and computational methods to their systems. We have positions available for postdoctoral fellows, graduate students, and undergraduate researchers.
Postdoctoral fellowship in viral dynamics and evolution [Posted: 6/3/2009]
A postdoctoral position in quantitative modeling of viral dynamics and evolution is available under the direction of Prof. Joshua Weitz ( Biology, Georgia Tech). The postdoc will work in an interdisciplinary research group of biologists, physicists, and computer scientists. The postdoc will collaborate on research focusing on viral dynamics and evolution, at the molecular and ecological scales. Specific project goals will be to develop gene regulatory models of viral exploitation within hosts and link intracellular dynamics to long-term changes in viral functional traits at the population scale. The postdoc will also have the opportunity to develop new research projects at the interface of systems biology, theoretical ecology & dynamical systems.
The position will provide competitive salaries and benefits. The postdoc will be based in the School of Biology, with a preferred start date of September 2009, though the start date is flexible. The initial appointment will be for one year, with renewal up to three years subject to satisfactory progress and mutual agreement.
REQUIREMENTS: (1) PhD in computational biology, physics, mathematics, microbiology, ecology or related area; (2) Demonstrated research excellence; (3) Strong quantitative skills; (4) Strong oral and written communication skills. Ideal candidates from the biological sciences should have experience with scientific programming. Ideal candidates from the physical/mathematical sciences should have prior exposure to research in the biological sciences. However, outstanding applicants looking to broaden their field of interest will also be considered.
TO APPLY: Applications should be emailed to jsweitz(at)gatech.edu and consist of (1) a cover letter describing your interest in the position, (2) the names and contact information for three references, (3) a curriculum vita (including publications). Applications will be reviewed upon receipt, and continue until the position is filled.
ABOUT THE GROUP: The Weitz group is supported by grants from the Burroughs Wellcome Fund, the James F. McDonnell Foundation, DARPA, and the National Science Foundation. For more information, consult the Weitz group website or contact Joshua Weitz: jsweitz(at)gatech.edu.
Students interested in pursuing graduate work in theoretical ecology and integrative biology at Georgia Tech are encouraged to contact Dr. Joshua Weitz. The Weitz group has expertise in ecology, microbiology, systems biology, mathematics and physics, and we are actively seeking students with quantitative training to work on problems ranging from the evolutionary dynamics of viruses, coexistence in microbial communities, to the structure and function of biological networks. The deadline for applications for graduate admissions is December 31, no subject GRE required.
Application procedure
Send cover letter explaining why you want to join the group along with a CV to jsweitz (at) gatech.edu.
Application information for the School of Biology at Georgia Tech may be found here.
Dr. Weitz can mentor students affiliated with the following departments and programs:
- School of Biology
- School of Physics
- Bioinformatics PhD Program
- Computational Sciences and Engineering Program
Fellowships are available from a variety of sources:
- NSF Grad Fellowship
- National Defense Science and Engineering Graduate Fellowship
- Hertz Foundation Fellowship
- DOE Computational Science Graduate Fellowship
- EPA Graduate Fellowship
- Ford Foundation Diversity Fellowship
Undergraduates
Students with strong computational background and an interest in the natural sciences are encouraged to contact Dr. Joshua Weitz regarding the possibility of for-credit or for-pay term or summer projects. Current possibilities exist for computational projects related to (i) viruses; (ii) hydraulic networks; and (iii) food webs.
Application procedure
Send email explaining what you hope to get out of an
undergraduate research experience, along with brief CV, including GPA, to
