Department of Biostatistics

Positions Available

M. D. Anderson ranks as the number one cancer center in the nation according to the U.S. News & World Report's survey of hospitals for 2002. Our institution has consistently been evaluated as one of two preeminent providers of care for patients with cancer since this annual survey began in 1990.

M. D. Anderson is one of the three original comprehensive cancer centers in the United States, and is also part of the Texas Medical Center, a world-renowned center for health care and medical research. Houston, the fourth largest city in the United States, offers the splendid cultural and recreational diversity of a sophisticated and dynamic metropolitan area that is enhanced by a multi-cultural population and reasonable living expenses.

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Faculty Position in Bioinformatics

The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center, the nation's premier cancer center, is seeking an assistant professor to join our award-winning bioinformatics group in the Department of Biostatistics. The candidate will assist researchers in our proteomics facility. The candidate should hold a Ph.D. in computational science (bioinformatics, statistics, mathematics, computer science, or physics). Working knowledge of molecular biology, genomics, or experience analyzing proteomics data or microarray data would be a plus. Must be willing to combine an active research program in bioinformatics and biostatistics with collaborative ventures with biologists and clinicians.

Please send curriculum vitae, a brief summary of research experience, and names and contact information for three (3) references to:

Kevin Coombes, Ph.D.
The University of Texas
M. D. Anderson Cancer Center
Department of Biostatistics, Unit 447
1515 Holcombe Blvd.
Houston TX 77030-4009

The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center values diversity in its broadest sense. Diversity works at M. D. Anderson.

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Assistant Professor, Proteomics Facility

A tenure track assistant professorship is open immediately in the Proteomics Facility at The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center. The appointee will be responsible for development and improvement of tools for computational analysis of proteomics data, including compilation and maintenance of a local database for cancer-related proteins and development of reliable scoring methods. The focus will be on organizing a data library in order to facilitate protein identification and posttranslational modification analysis using mass spectrometry. These applications are used to find novel markers for early diagnosis and drug targets, as well as indicators of drug resistance or metastasis. As a member of the Proteomics Facility, (s)he will be integrated into collaboration encompassing both basic and clinical cancer research. This bioinformatics assistant professor will hold an office in the Department of Biostatistics. The candidate should have a Ph.D. in computational science (bioinformatics, statistics, mathematics, or computer science) with 1-2 years of postdoctoral experience. Working knowledge of genome databases is required. Experience with analysis of complex biological systems and some experience with mass spectrometry is preferred. Interested candidates should send their curriculum vitae, containing research interests, and three (3) letters of recommendation to: Ryuji Kobayashi, Ph.D. Professor, Department of Molecular Pathology, Unit 0089 The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center 1515 Holcombe Blvd Houston TX 77030-4009 E-mail: rkobayas@mdanderson.org

Statistical Analyst

The Department of Biostatistics at The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center is seeking highly motivated Statistical Analysts with biostatistics expertise. The successful candidate will join an expanding team of biostatisticians working on a wide variety of collaborative projects in cancer research. Statistical Analyst positions available include those with a primary focus in clinical trial design, data analysis, statistical computing, genomics, or bioinformatics. Requirements include: Master's degree in biostatistics, statistics, computing or related field Working knowledge of Windows and/or UNIX operating systems Experience in programming and statistical analysis Proficiency in S-PLUS, SAS, Fortran, C or similar packages Excellent communication skills Preferred: work experience in medical/biomedical research Salary is competitive and is commensurate with experience. The institution offers incentives to candidates for this position. These incentives are: (1) payment of travel expenses for candidates at M. D. Anderson's request to interview; (2) forgivable relocation loans for new employees who move more than 100 miles; and (3) referral bonus to current M. D. Anderson employees who refer a candidate who is hired. Interested candidates should send a letter of interest, curriculum vitae and three letters of reference to: Search Committee for Statistical Analysts Department of Biostatistics, Unit 447 The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center 1515 Holcombe Boulevard Houston TX 77030-4009 Fax: (713) 745-4940 E-mail: statanalyst@odin.mdacc.tmc.edu