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Bioinformatics Fellows

With the rise of big data, VAI recognizes the need for specialized fellowships focused on bioinformatics and biostatistics. Like a traditional postdoctoral fellowship, bioinformatics fellows at the Institute receive dedicated mentorship from the Institute’s accomplished principal investigators but work on projects aimed at gleaning meaningful results from large, complex datasets. Their work is supported by the Institute’s robust high-performance computing system and extensive data storage capabilities. The Office of Postdoctoral Affairs also provides a comprehensive professional development program. Learn more about VAI postdoctoral fellows’ demographic and career outcomes here.

How to apply

Interested in a postdoctoral fellowship at VAI? We are always accepting applications. Please contact the investigator directly for more information on opportunities to join the team. A list of VAI’s labs and investigators may be found here. Specific postdoctoral fellowship openings also are available in our Careers section.

Salary and benefits

All postdocs at VAI are full-time employees at the Institute and, as such, receive a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance and 401(k) opportunities.

Salary
Salary is determined based on M.D. and/or Ph.D. receipt date according to a set salary schedule, which begins at $55,000. Based on faculty approval, salary increases may be provided annually on or near the anniversary of hire.

Benefits
VAI offers a comprehensive set of benefits including:

  • The option of three care plans (medical, dental and vision) at a minimal cost for self and family
  • Institute-paid life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
  • Voluntary term life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance for self and family
  • Institute-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance (includes maternity leave)
  • Flexible spending accounts for dependent care and medical expenses
  • Holiday pay
  • Vacation days and paid time off for illness and personal needs
  • Six weeks of paid parental leave
  • Long-term care insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Opportunity to participate in a 401(k) plan
  • Incentive award of $1,000-3,000 for achieving external grant/fellowship funding
  • Professional development
  • Employee Assistance Services

Housing and relocation

In addition to a maximum reimbursement of $3,000 for moving expenses, postdoctoral fellows have access to VAI’s contracted relocation coordinator, who can assist with relocation needs such as housing, establishing a bank account and applying for a social security card.

Extra perks

In addition to VAI’s top-of-the-line research facilities, the Institute also offers:

  • An on-site café that provides affordable breakfast and lunch options
  • A 24/7 fitness center with a variety of workout equipment
  • A library with on-site publications as well as access to books and papers housed at other academic institutions
  • Dedicated parking