Postdoctoral Associate in Bayesian Statistics



The Department of Statistical Science at Duke University is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Associate to work on Bayesian nonparametric methods, with an emphasis on applications in machine learning and biostatistics. Some areas of particular interest include multi-task learning, data fusion, joint modeling of high-dimensional data of disparate types, functional data analysis and image analysis. The ideal candidate will hold a Ph.D in statistics (or a related area) and will have a very strong theoretical and computational background. This research will focus on advancing the theory and methods available for nonparametric Bayes modeling, allowing for learning of sparse local dependence structures in complex data. Professor David Dunson will supervise the research, which will also involve collaborations with Professor Lawrence Carin in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Duke.
Applicants should email their CV, a brief statement of their background and interests and contact information for at least three references to:
David Dunson
Professor, Department of Statistical Science
Duke University
dunson@stat.duke.edu