Academic Job Category Faculty Non Bargaining Job Title Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Machine Learning for Genomics, Transcriptomics, and Bioinformatics Department Bashashati Laboratory | School of Biomedical Engineering | Faculty of Medicine (Ali Bashashati) Posting End Date November 30, 2025 Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date. Job End Date December 31, 2027 The expected pay for this position is $70,000 per year + benefits. AI and Deep Learning for Genomics, Transcriptomics, and Bioinformatics Job Summary The School of Biomedical Engineering at the University of British Columbia, Vancouver campus is seeking one postdoctoral fellow to join our dynamic team in the AI in Medicine Lab (www.aimlab.ca). This position is based in the School of Biomedical Engineering. The successful candidate will work in the AI in Medicine Lab, applying machine learning to cutting-edge problems in cancer genomics, transcriptomics, spatial transcriptomics, and large-scale bioinformatics. This role focuses on developing and applying AI and deep learning techniques for analyzing high-dimensional omics data, identifying predictive biomarkers, and understanding cancer heterogeneity. Projects include modeling of bulk and single-cell transcriptomic profiles, integrative multi-omics analysis, and the fusion of molecular data with clinical and imaging features. Organizational Status The successful candidate will report to the Principal Investigator (Director of AI Research at OVCARE, Dr. Ali Bashashati). Responsibilities Designs and implements machine learning models for bulk and single-cell genomics and transcriptomics. Analyzes spatial transcriptomic datasets to uncover tissue organization and disease states. Develops integrative models combining genomics with pathology images or time-series data. Participates in large collaborative studies, manuscript and grant writing. Mentors junior trainees and coordinate with clinicians and research partners (for senior roles). Qualifications and requirements Ph.D. in bioinformatics, computer science, computational biology, or a related field, obtained within the last 5 years by the time of the appointment start date. Strong experience in deep learning applied to high-dimensional omics datasets. Familiarity with transcriptomic analysis tools (e.g., Seurat, Scanpy, DESeq2). Experience with spatial transcriptomics and multi-modal data integration is highly desirable. Proficient in Python, R, and ML libraries such as PyTorch or TensorFlow. Strong communication and collaboration skills; ability to work independently and as part of a team. Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own. Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion. How to apply Important: Applications will only be reviewed if BOTH of the following steps are completed: Apply through the UBC system Fill out this mandatory form The expected pay for this position is $70,000 per year + benefits. The initial appointment will be for 16 months commencing on October 1, 2025 or a mutually agreed upon date with a possibility for extension, subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability. Questions: If you have any questions about the positions or the application process, please send contact ali.bashashati@ubc.ca & h.farahani@ubc.ca. Review of applications will begin on September 29, 2025 and continue until the position is filled. The anticipated start date for this position is October 1, 2025 or upon a date to be mutually agreed. 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