Postdoctoral Fellow in Causal Inference, Division of Biostatistics, Dept of Population Health Sciences

The postdoctoral research fellow will conduct independent and collaborative research in causal inference, with considerable flexibility in research focus. Research topics include:

• Transportability and generalizability, and external validation in multimodal biomedical data (e.g., EHRs, imaging, and genomics).
• Causal AI and causal machine learning methods.
• Methodological development and applied research related to clinical trials.
• Develop statistical methods and computational tools, contribute to scholarly publications, and collaborate with biomedical researchers.

Minimum Qualifications: 

1. Ph.D. in Biostatistics, Statistics, or a closely related field.
2. Strong background in causal inference and statistical methodology.
3. Demonstrated experience in AI-based methods.
4. Proficiency in R or Python.
5. Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

 Experience with multimodal data is desirable but not required.

Application Process:

 Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, and contact information for three references as a single document to biostatssearch@med.cornell.edu.

Commitment to Diversity

 Weill Cornell Medicine is committed to fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion among our faculty, staff, and students. We seek out individuals with a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences, and we work to create programs that support both our current employees and our recruitment efforts.

EEO Statement

 Weill Cornell Medicine welcomes students, faculty, and staff with diverse backgrounds from across the globe to pursue world-class education and career opportunities, to further the founding principle of “any person, any study.” No person shall be denied employment on the basis of any legally protected status or subjected to prohibited discrimination involving, but not limited to, such factors as race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual’s genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. 

Appointment Term:

 This postdoctoral position is appointed for a one-year term, with eligibility for renewal on an annual basis, contingent upon satisfactory performance and the availability of funding.

Starting Date:

 Preferred August 2026, with flexibility to accommodate visa processing if needed.

Location of Appointment:

 Weill Cornell Medicine, 425 E 61th St, New York, NY 10065

Lab and Department Websites:

 https://phs.weill.cornell.edu/research-collaboration/our-divisions/biostatistics

Salary:

 $75,812. 

Benefits:

A summary of employee benefits can be found on the WCM Human Resources website.

Visa Options:

Candidates applying for this position could be eligible for a J-1 Exchange visitor visa and the H-1B temporary worker visa.

Union Membership:

This position is covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) between Weill Cornell Medicine and the International Union, United Automobile, Aerospace, and Agricultural Implement Workers of America (“UAW”), and its Local Union, Weill Cornell Medicine Postdocs United-UAW Local 4100.