Position Title: Postdoctoral Associate

School: NYU's School of Global Public Health | Biostatistics

Supervisor: Dr. Yajun Mei

Number of Positions Available: 1

Employment Dates: 09/01/2024- 08/31/2025

The postdoctoral candidate will work closely with Professor Yajun Mei in the Department of Biostatistics at the NYU School of Global Public Health.

• Develop cutting-edge statistical, machine learning, and AI approaches for adaptive/sequential design and high-dimensional streaming data.

• Author journal/conference papers and grant proposals.

• Engage in collaborative research within biomedical and health sciences

• Other duties as assigned

• PhD in Biostatistics, Mathematics, Statistics, or related fields such as Industrial Engineering or Operation Research,

• Ability to conduct sequential or adaptive designs,

• Ability to analyze high-dimensional sequential or streaming data,

• Strong communication skills (written and oral) and organizational skills

• Prior experience in statistical/machine/deep learning, particularly on sequential analysis and change-point detection, is preferred. Self-motivated and collaborative individuals are encouraged to apply.

  Please apply via Interfolio application

  Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, CV, and contact information for three references to Dr. Yajun Mei at yajun.mei@nyu.edu

  In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary for this position is $47,500-$62,400. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

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