Join the team

We’re a team of scientists using computational and quantitative tools to advance our understanding of gene regulation in mammalian cells. We believe that collaboration and community are crucial to advancing scientific research in this field. We promote a culture of equality within our team, where each member is valued and our differences are recognized and celebrated with respect and admiration.

We are currently opening positions for Research Associate Professor (副研究员), Postdoctoral Fellow (博士后), Graduate Student (博士研究生), and Research Assistant/Programmer (科研助理/程序员).

Research Associate Professor (中文链接)

Our lab invites applications for the position of Research Associate Professor in Westlake Laboratory (西湖实验室).

Responsibilities:

• Conduct high-quality, independent research within your specialty, contributing to the body of knowledge in the field.
• Publish research findings in esteemed academic journals and present at national and international conferences.
• Assist in developing and maintaining research grants, contracts, and budgets.
• Supervise, mentor, and provide guidance to graduate students, and post-doctoral researchers.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned.

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Biology, Bioinformatics, Computer Science or closely related discipline.
• At least five years of relevant experience after Ph.D. graduation
• Track record of publications in scientific journals.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with an ability to work collaboratively.

This is a full-time position with a competitive salary and benefits package. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter detailing their qualifications and experience, a CV, a statement of research interests and goals, and contact information for three professional references. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Postdoctoral Fellow in Computational Biology (中文链接)

Our research group is seeking highly motivated and skilled computational biologists to join our team as postdoctoral fellows. The successful candidate will work on projects focused on the analysis of large-scale single-cell multi-omics data, with a particular emphasis on the development and application of deep learning models.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and apply computational tools and pipelines for analysis of large-scale single-cell multi-omics datasets.
• Contribute to the development of novel computational approaches for analysis and interpretation of multi-dimensional datasets.
• Use machine learning and statistical modeling to derive insights from complex biological data sets.
• Publish research findings in scientific journals and present research at scientific meetings.
• Train and mentor junior lab members, including graduate students and undergraduate researchers.

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field. Candidates with a Ph.D. in Biology who are strongly motivated to transition to computational biology may also be considered.
• Strong programming skills in languages such as Python and/or Rust.
• Experience with analysis of high-throughput sequencing data sets, such as RNA-seq, ChIP-seq, and/or ATAC-seq.
• Knowledge of statistical modeling, machine learning, and/or data visualization.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams.
• Track record of publications in scientific journals.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced research environment.

This is a full-time position with a competitive salary and benefits package. The initial appointment will be for two years, with the possibility of extension based on funding and performance. To apply, please submit a cover letter, CV, and contact information for two references.

Graduate students

We accept students through the School of Life Sciences and the School of Engineering at Westlake University. We also welcome visiting students, especially those interested in pursuing a Ph.D. at Westlake University.

Research Assistant/Programmer (中文链接)

We are seeking highly motivated research assistants to join our computational biology research team. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of a senior scientist and contribute to ongoing research projects focused on the development of state-of-the-art computational tools.

Responsibilities:

• Process and analyze large-scale genomic and transcriptomic data sets using established computational tools and pipelines.

• Develop and optimize computational workflows for data analysis and visualization.

• Maintain accurate and organized documentations.

• Present research findings at lab meetings and contribute to scientific publications.

• Assist in the training and mentoring of undergraduate students and other junior lab members.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Bioinformatics, or a related field.

• Programming skills in languages such as Python, R, and/or Rust.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams.

• Demonstrated ability to learn new skills and techniques quickly and independently.

This is a full-time position with a competitive salary and benefits package. The initial appointment will be for two years, with the possibility of extension based on funding and performance. To apply, please submit a detailed CV. We welcome applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and perspectives, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive research environment.