Post Baccalaureate Research Assistant
UR Main Campusonsite$37K – $44K
Posted 1w ago · via Workday
About this role
Job Description SUMMARY: The Yang Lab at the University of Richmond (Richmond, VA) is seeking a full-time post-baccalaureate research assistant for a two-year NSF-funded position beginning August 1, 2026. The lab uses computational methods to study evolutionary genomics, with a focus on human genomic prehistory. The research assistant will develop and apply bioinformatic pipelines for studying genetic adaptation in modern humans, with opportunities for co-authorship on publications. The position is designed for an individual planning to apply to PhD programs who wants substantial independent research beforehand. RESPONSIBILITIES: Apply, develop, and improve computational pipelines for studying evolutionary genomics in high-performance computing environments.…
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