Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Job Summary

A Research Fellow position is available in the group of Prof. Alexey Nesvizhskii at the University of Michigan Medical School. The position will focus on developing computational algorithms and tools for the analysis of mass spectrometry-based proteomics data. Research projects will center on advancing the FragPipe computational platform, including new modules for DIA mass spectrometry data analysis. The successful candidate will also participate in collaborative studies. The ideal candidate will hold a Ph.D. in bioinformatics or a related field, have a strong record of research productivity (e.g., publications and software) in mass spectrometry-based proteomics, and possess substantial experience developing algorithms and pipelines for proteomics data analysis within the FragPipe ecosystem.

Responsibilities*

• Develop computational algorithms and tools for mass spectrometry data analysis.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of the FragPipe computational platform.
• Conduct data mining, visualization, and statistical analysis.
• Participate in collaborative research projects.
• Publish manuscripts in peer-reviewed journals.

Required Qualifications*

• Experience with mass spectrometry (especially DIA) and proteomics applications.
• Strong programming skills (Python, Java) with proficiency in a Linux environment.
• Experience with computational pipeline development.
• Statistical analysis and data visualization skills.
• PhD 

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world?s most distinguished academic health systems.  In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings.  Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.