Postdoctoral Researcher at UPenn School of Medicine
There is an open position on the T32 training grant “HIV Pathogenesis, Vaccination and Cure”. We have one slot available that can be used for either a pre-doctoral of post-doctoral researcher. For this position, we seek to identify experts in relevant emerging technologies or approaches that can be newly applied to HIV research by appointment of a talented trainee to the open position. “Blue sky” proposals are encouraged.
To apply, please send ONE PDF which includes the applicant’s CV and paragraph written by the applicant on their proposed research, including how new ideas will be brought to HIV research. Please also specify whether they have been a T32 trainee in the past (which T32, how long).
We seek to prioritize:
- Conceptual novelty
- Inclusion of URMs and DTs
- Inclusion of labs that have not previously had a trainee
- Top quality applicants (as assessed by grades, prelim scores, publication, etc)
To be eligible for training grant support, applicants must be U.S. citizens or green card holders.
Please send applications in a single PDF to Laurie Zimmerman (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.).
Please forward this email to any researchers on campus who are not already part of the training program. Feel free to contact us if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
Rick Bushman and Jim Riley
Postdoctoral Research Positions, Dreyfuss Lab
The laboratory is focused on mRNA processing, RNA-binding proteins, the role of U1 snRNP in transcription regulation and polyadenylation, the SMN complex and neurodegenerative diseases. Current studies involve biochemistry, molecular biology, cell biology and bioinformatics. Experience in any of these areas is desirable.
For background, please see: http://www.hhmi.org/scientists/gideon-dreyfuss
Publications: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/myncbi/gideon.dreyfuss.2/bibliography/public/
Contacts:
Gideon Dreyfuss, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Investigator, Howard Hughes Medical Institute
Isaac Norris Professor of Biochemistry and Biophysics
University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine
Or:
Maura Jones, Lab Manager
Laboratory of Dr. Gideon Dreyfuss
Howard Hughes Medical Institute
University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine
Clinical Research Building, Room 330
415 Curie Boulevard
Philadelphia, PA 19104-6148
Tel: 215-898-0172
Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
http://www.med.upenn.edu/dreyfusslab
Faculty Positions in Infectious Diseases, Cleveland Clinic
The Cleveland Clinic’s Florida Research and Innovation Center (FRIC), Port St. Lucie Florida, invites applications for several full-time positions at the Assistant, Associate or Full faculty level.
Positions will be within the broad field of emerging infectious diseases. All areas of virology/microbiology relevant to human disease are of interest, including molecular mechanisms of pathogenesis, pathogen-host interactions, immune responses to infection, molecular virology/microbiology, vaccinology and antiviral therapies.
Ideal applicants will be creative and collaborative scientists using advanced approaches combining different elements of cell biology, genetics, bioinformatics, biochemistry and in vitro or in vivo models of infection.
The Cleveland Clinic Florida Research and Innovation Center (FRIC) is dedicated to the discovery and advancement of innovative translational research, focused on infectious diseases and immuno-oncology. The Center is an exceptional state-of-the-art facility with approximately 100,000 sq. ft. of dedicated research and support spaces. The FRIC has Shared Resource facilities in Flow Cytometry, Imaging, Bioinformatics, Select Agents and a Vivarium supporting ABSL-3 suites.
Faculty at the FRIC will closely collaborate with scientists at the Lerner Research Institute, a network of ~190 labs at Cleveland Clinic’s main campus in Ohio. Faculty at the FRIC will also be encouraged to establish collaborations with physicians at the regional hospitals of Cleveland Clinic Florida.
Key requirements
The selected candidates will have an outstanding record in infectious diseases/virology or related fields (e.g. immunology). The selected candidates will possess scientific vision, leadership skills and be competitive in acquiring extramural grants. Basic requirements for the positions include a Ph.D. and/or M.D., as well as postdoctoral research experience and a strong record of research accomplishments and publications in the field of infectious diseases/virology or related fields. Candidates for positions at the Associate or Full faculty level will have demonstrated a strong track record of publications and external funding.
Application Instructions
Please apply by sending your CV, a motivation letter, a project description and providing contacts of four potential referees. The project description should be a maximum of 3 pages long and describe both current and future research plans.
Please email application materials to:
Michaela U. Gack, Ph.D.
The Arthur and Marylin Levitt Endowed Chair
Scientific Director
Florida Research and Innovation Center
Port Saint Lucie, FL
Administrative Support: Anne Gambardella; Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Postdoctoral Fellow, University of Penn/Jefferson
This is a multi-PI grant that spans Thomas Jefferson University and the University of Pennsylvania. The right candidate could spend time at either or both institutions. The PIs and chosen candidate will work out the details of whether they will be a Jefferson or Penn employee.
The Philp/Boesze-Battaglia labs are seeking an innovative and motivated postdoctoral fellow to study retinal metabolism in the murine retina. Studies will focus on how key metabolic transporters and enzymes required for fatty acid oxidation and ketogenesis impact normal visual function using transgenic mouse models. Candidates should have a solid background in molecular and cell biology, biochemistry, and/or retinal biology. Interested applicants should send a cover letter detailing their research interests and career goals, current curriculum vitae, and names and contact information for three references to Dr. Nancy Philp, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Opportunities for academic, professional development are available through mentorship of students, guest lecturing, and other teaching experiences. The laboratory of Dr. Boesze-Battaglia is housed in the Department of Basic and Translational Sciences at the University of Pennsylvania. The Philp Lab is in the Department of Pathology, Anatomy and Cell Biology at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, PA.
Tenure-Track/Tenure-Eligible Investigator in Biostatistics Branch, NCI-DCEG
The Biostatistics Branch (BB) in the Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics (DCEG), National Cancer Institute (NCI), National Institutes of Health (NIH), Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), is recruiting for a tenure-track/tenure eligible position to work on methods development and applications in a highly collaborative and data-rich environment with one-of-a-kind data and computational resources.
Click HERE to learn more about this position and how to apply.
Postdoctoral Position Available in Upstate Medical University
A postdoctoral position is available immediately in the Brain Tumor Research Group (Viapiano Laboratory) at the State University of New York, Upstate Medical University located in Syracuse, NY.
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