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Open Positions
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Available positions will be posted on this page. Please send your application materials to the address provided within each posting.
Please see the current postings listed below.
If it is determined that there is a good match between your qualifications and the requirements of the position, a CHB representative will contact you to arrange an interview.
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If you are seeking a research technician position, please complete the Children's Hospital
employment application. Go to Children's Hospital Employment.
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Postdoctoral Fellow in developmental cognitive Neuroscience/pediatric fMRI
The Gaab Lab at the Laboratories of Cognitive Neuroscience at Children's Hospital Boston (Developmental Medicine Center) invites applications for a post-doctoral associate in the area of developmental cognitive neuroscience/pediatric fMRI. Available resources include a 3.0T MRI scanner, a child-friendly Mock scanner and analysis platforms based in MATLAB/UNIX. Access to EEG and fNIRS equipment is also available.
The candidate will be expected to organize and conduct pediatric fMRI experiments, analyze behavioral and fMRI data, prepare manuscripts for publication, and participate in conferences.
Projects will focus on the neural correlates of reading development and developmental dyslexia, possible neural pre-markers of developmental dyslexia, the relationship between musical skills and language/reading development and the efficacy of musical interventions in various pediatric populations.
The successful applicant should have a doctoral degree in a field related to developmental cognitive neuroscience (e.g., cognitive neuroscience, neuroscience, developmental psychology, medicine or psychology). Individuals with a background in electrical engineering, biomedical engineering or computer science will also be considered, as appropriate. The successful applicant must possess excellent English verbal and written communication skills. Applicants are expected to have a very strong research background in the design and statistical analysis of functional brain-imaging experiments. Experience with SPM, UNIX/LINUX/ and/or programming skills (MATLAB, C++) are desirable. Experience with pediatric functional neuroimaging and /or musical experience are useful. Approximate start date is between September 1 and October 1, 2008. Successful applicants will be appointed at Children's Hospital Boston and Harvard Medical School.
For consideration please send a statement of interest, a CV and a list of three potential referees via email to Nadine Gaab, Ph.D.. The search will continue until the position is filled.
Posted May 7, 2008.
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Washington University in Saint Louis, in conjunction with the University of Missouri, the Center for Emerging Technologies, and Innovate Saint Louis, is inviting applications for our National Science Foundation funded Innovation Fellows. We seek individuals with an advanced degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) in the engineering, life sciences, nanotechnology, biomedical or medical fields, who have an interest in expanding their understanding of technology transfer and commercialization. These fellowships are ideal for scientists and engineers who wish to immerse themselves in commercialization, industry partnerships, and entrepreneurship. The fellowships are full-time, one year in duration, and include a competitive stipend and benefits.
Fellows will benefit from an intensive training course on innovation and entrepreneurship, be assigned mentors, and work with the Offices of Technology Management and faculty at Washington University and at the University of Missouri, Columbia. Fellows will interface with researchers to:
Identify promising ideas and opportunities
Work with venture capital groups and other types investors
Learn about the legal issues associated with patents, licensing, and new company formation
Have access to a broad cross section of support from Missouri's nationally recognized Life and Plant Science Coalition
A printable flyer is available at
this link. Please feel free to post this flyer or forward it to interested scientists and researchers.
They ask interested individuals to send their curriculum vitae, the names and contact information for three references, and a cover letter expressing their interest in the program to Ken Harrington .
Posted April 23, 2008.
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International Fellowship Program Seeks Applicants
The following details an exciting one-year clinical research training fellowship for US citizens or permanent residents in residency programs, post-residency clinical fellowships or in other health-related post-doctoral programs, the International Clinical Research Fellows
(ICRF) Program. The Fellowship is an opportunity designed to immerse medical professionals and health scientist in training in issues of global health and international collaboration.
This is an opportunity for highly motivated individuals to experience mentored research training in a developing country setting. The program will foster members of the next generation of clinical investigators concentrating on diseases in developing countries and to build international health research capacity in the developing word.
At this time we are seeking applications with proposed research related to oncology, including radiation therapy, physiology, and other cancer related issues.
This new program is sponsored by the Fogarty International Center and several collaborating institutes and centers at the National Institutes of Health and managed by Vanderbilt University with fiscal support from the Office of AIDS Research, National Cancer Institute, the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute and the National Eye Institute.
The deadline to apply for the program is April 30, 2008.
To learn more and to obtain an application, please visit http://fogartyscholars.org/, or contact fellows2008Inquiries@fogartyscholars.org with questions.
Posted April 11, 2008.
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The American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology is currently accepting applications from recently graduated Ph.D.s for their Science Policy Fellowship. The Society will sponsor one fellow for a year (stipend of $40K plus benefits) to work in the Public Affairs office of their headquarters in Bethesda, MD. Fellows will have the opportunity to engage with Congressional staff as well as other advocacy organizations to learn how science policy issues are addressed in the federal government. Applications are due April 30, 2008 and details can be found at The Public Affairs Office of the American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology or by contacting Peter Farnham at Peter Farnham.
Posted March 24, 2008.
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Post-doctoral position in drug delivery technology and neuroscience
Seeking a postdoctoral fellow to work at the interface between drug delivery technology and neuroscience, developing methods to deliver compounds to peripheral nerve. This work would span several disciplines, and will involve work at both Children's Hospital Boston (Harvard Medical School) and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. A graduate degree in chemical engineering, material science, pharmacy/pharmaceutics, or relevant neuroscience is preferred, or other degree with substantial experience in drug delivery. Both institutions are equal opportunity employers. Please address inquiries to Daniel Kohane MD, PhD at Daniel Kohane MD, PhD.
Posted March 12, 2008.
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Post-doctoral position in retinal vascular biology
Position is available to MDs or PhDs to study retinopathy addressing basic science questions in angiogenesis, immunology, lipid biology and molecular biology relevant to clinical problems. The laboratory of Dr. Lois Smith is in the new research building at Children's Hospital, Boston, and Harvard Medical School. Experience in molecular biology, histology, bioinformatics and mouse surgery is preferable. Please send CV and 3 references to Lois Smith, M.D., Ph.D.
Posted February 22, 2008.
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Postdoctoral research fellowship in lung transplant research, the applicant needs to have experience in microvascular or small animal surgery
The primary work will be related to transplant research using rat and mouse models of lung and heart transplants. The applicant needs to be able to perform the rodent transplants and collect the experimental information related to the transplants. This includes measurements of lung function, collect samples for histologic and biochemical analysis, and flow cytometry analysis.
Dr Gary Visner should be the contact for this position. He prefers to be contacted via e-mail to Dr. Gary Visner or by mail (Pulmonary Division, Children's Hospital Boston, 300 Longwood Avenue, Hunnewell 268, Boston, MA 02115-5737).
Posted February 22, 2008.
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Two Clinical Fellowships in Children's Hospital Boston's Leadership Education in Adolescent Health (LEAH) Program: Adolescent Medicine and Psychology
Adolescent Medicine Fellowship
Children's Hospital Boston has an outstanding (2 to 3 year) fellowship program in Adolescent Medicine designed to prepare physicians for leadership position in academic medicine and public health.
Applicants to the Adolescent Medicine Fellowship program must have completed a residency program in pediatrics, internal medicine, or family practice. The first year of Fellowship involves intensive training through an interdisciplinary adolescent health curricula and ample clinical experience in the Adolescent/Young Adult Medical Practice at Children's Hospital Boston and community based sites. In the second and third years, the Fellows will complete course work in research methodology and health policy and undertake an independent scholarship project as well as continuing clinical work.
Fellows in the program are expected to complete the clinical training and scholarship requirements to become eligible to take the Adolescent Medicine Sub-Board examination. The Adolescent Medicine Fellowship program is ACGME accredited. Deadline for written applications is July 1 in the year before starting (for example, July 1, 2008 for July 1, 2009). Interviews are scheduled on Fridays in March, April, May, and June.
Applicants should contact the LEAH Program for information about applications and to speak with the discipline directors by calling the LEAH Coordinator at: 617-355-6539 (or 617-355-7170).
Psychology Fellowship
Applicants to the one year (12 months) Post- Doctoral Psychology Fellowship must have completed their doctoral training in psychology, including a pre-doctoral internship. In conjunction with the Psychology Director, each fellow selects the components of his/her experiential phase of the program. The intent is to match the interest of the fellows with training opportunities available at Children's. The Program provides mentoring and protected time for the Fellow to prepare for publication an article based on their doctoral dissertation. The Fellow will provide clinical care, teach, and can pursue a research project. Deadline for applications is January 23, 2009.
Applicants should contact the LEAH Program for information about applications and to speak with the discipline directors by calling the LEAH Coordinator at: 617-355-6539 (or 617-355-7170).
Here is the link to the internal website of
Children's Hospital Boston's Leadership Education in Adolescent Health (LEAH) Program
Posted February 15, 2008
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Postdoctoral Position - transcription regulation in Mycobacterium tuberculosis
A postdoctoral position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Robert Husson in the Division of Infectious Diseases, Children's Hospital Boston/Harvard Medical School. The research to be undertaken will focus on transcription regulation by alternative sigma factors in Mycobacterium tuberculosis, focusing on pathways that are relevant for pathogenesis. Applicants should have training in molecular biology and biochemistry. Experience in microbiology and/or cell biology, or prior experience working with M. tuberculosis is desirable but not necessary. The position is available to start in the spring to early summer of 2008. To apply, please send a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and names and contact information of three references to: Robert N. Husson, M.D.. Posted February 8, 2008.
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Postdoctoral position in Neurobiology of Autism
We are seeking a highly qualified postdoctoral fellow for a position in neurobiology at Children's Hospital Boston (Harvard Medical School). The successful applicant would join other lab members studying the molecular mechanisms of neuronal connectivity both during normal development and in neurological diseases. In addition, the applicant would be involved in a screen for autism-related genes using a neuronal culture system. Qualified applicants should have extensive experience with molecular biology and cell biology.
Applicants should send resumes and 3 references to Dr. Mustafa Sahin at Dr. Mustafa Sahin.
Posted February 6, 2008
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Postdoctoral Fellowship in Adolescent Mental Health and Risk Behavior Research
The Division of Adolescent/Young Adult Medicine at Children's Hospital Boston is offering a 2-year Postdoctoral Fellowship in Mental Health and Risk Behavior Research. The focus of the postdoctoral research will be on the study of normal affective states, disordered moods, and health risk behaviors using clinical and community samples of adolescents and young adults. Current projects are using innovative momentary sampling methods and include testing an affect regulation model for marijuana use and studying affect concordance, conflict, and intimate behaviors in young couples. The fellow will participate in analyzing data, preparing manuscripts, writing grants, and developing new research projects. Additional training opportunities, including enrolling in courses and participating in seminars, colloquia, and other regularly scheduled research activities at Children's Hospital Boston, Harvard School of Public Health, Harvard Medical School, and partner institutions, will be tailored to the individual career plan of the accepted applicant. The fellow will join a stimulating, interdisciplinary research environment, part of a large and vibrant Division that is also dedicated to the clinical care of adolescents and to the training of adolescent health professionals. Applicants for the position must have a doctoral degree in psychology or a related field and a strong interest in pursuing an academic research career in adolescent health. Fellowship candidates must have extensive experience conducting statistical analyses of psychological and/or behavioral data. The program actively encourages applications from members of historically underrepresented groups. The postdoctoral position will begin in September, 2008.
Applicants should send a curriculum vita, names and contact information for three references, copies of two publications, and a one-page statement describing career goals, research interests, and reasons for applying for this position to:
Lydia A. Shrier, MD, MPH
Director of Clinic-based Research
Division of Adolescent/Young Adult Medicine
Children's Hospital Boston/Harvard Medical School
300 Longwood Avenue
Boston, MA 02115
tel.: 617-355-8306
e-mail: Dr. Lydia Shrier
APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 21, 2008
Posted January 31, 2008
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Postdoctoral Position in Neuroscience
Harvard Medical School
Two postdoctoral fellow positions are available at Children's Hospital/Harvard Medical School, to expand the existing research on the role of GPR56 in brain development. GPR56 is an orphan G protein-coupled receptor and its signaling pathway remains elusive. We have previously demonstrated that mutations in the GPR56 gene cause a specific human brain malformation called bilateral frontoparietal polymicrogyria (BFPP). Our unpublished data indicate that GPR56 facilitates cell and extracellular matrix interaction. The goal of the research is to elucidate the signaling pathway of GPR56. Specifically, the prospective postdoctoral fellow will evaluate various candidate genes in the GPR56 signaling pathway using multidisciplinary approaches. Successful candidates will have extensive experience in neuroscience, histology, tissue cultures and molecular biology. An outstanding salary and benefits package is included, with the salary level commensurate with experience. Interested applicants with a Ph.D. and/or M.D. should send a brief description of research interests and curriculum vitae that includes contact information for three references to: Dr. Xianhua Piao, Children's Hospital Boston, 300 Longwood Avenue, Boston, MA 02115. Email (preferred): Xianhua Piao, M.D..
Posted January 7, 2008
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NatureJobs Postdoc Journal Competition
Interested in writing about life and lab for Naturejobs? Then check out the Naturejobs Postdoc Journal Competition! Following on a successful inaugural year of Postdoc Journal, Naturejobs is pleased to announce the launch of an international competition to select new writers for 2008. Check out the link for more info:
Naturejobs magazine competition.
The deadline for applying is December 17, 2007.
Posted November 19, 2007.
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Are you a postdoc working in a neurobiology lab?
Teaching Fellows sought for
MCB 80 Neurobiology of Behavior
Instructors: Jeff Lichtman and Joshua Sanes
Course Description
This course provides an introduction to the ways in which the brain controls mental activities. The first unit provides a general introduction to the cells, circuits and systems of the brain. Next is a more detailed coverage of the electrical and chemical bases of neural function. The second half of the course then explores the extent to which cellular and molecular mechanisms are providing new insights into topics such as perception, learning, plasticity, memory, language, aging, emotion, recovery from neural injury, individual differences, and mental illness.
MCB 80 is taken by a broad spectrum of students. Some are prospective neurobiology concentrators, but most are students in fields to which neuroscience is increasingly related (e.g., psychology, history of science, philosophy of science, computer science, biology and engineering ). By and large, the students are fascinated by the brain (who isn't?) and enthusiastic about the course.
Teaching Fellow Duties
Each week, Teaching Fellows attend the two 90-minute lectures, and lead a 90-minute section. The section helps students understand the lecture material through review and discussion, and also provides an enrichment for those interested in further depth. Responsibilities also include grading short quizzes and grading exams. TFs are compensated $5,700 (post-docs and senior graduate students) or $5,000 (G1 and G2 graduate students) per section. Many choose to teach two sections.
Please send a CV that includes your current position, lab affiliation, and previous teaching experience to Joshua Sanes. Posted November 16, 2007.
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*Post-doctoral fellowships in Bioinformatics *
Two post-doctoral fellowships in bioinformatics are available immediately to work in the laboratory of Dr. Peter Park at Children's Hospital and Harvard Medical School. The long-term goal of the group is to understand gene regulation through computational analysis of genomic data. In each position, the successful candidate will have a fantastic opportunity to work on new data sets, from the Cancer Genome Atlas project and the ENCODE project. The first position requires integrating data from multiple microarray platforms; experience in microarray analysis is required and some knowledge in cancer biology is a plus. The second position involves analysis of epigenomic data to understand how chromatin modification affects gene regulation.
Ideal candidates will have a Ph.D. in a quantitative field and have a substantial experience in bioinformatics. Excellent programming skills are essential and previous experience with R is a plus. The Harvard Medical area is one of the most exciting places in the world for biomedical research and there is ample opportunity for collaborative work with top biologists.
To apply, please send your CV, a brief statement of research interests, pdfs of your three best papers, and contact information for three references to Dr. Peter Park. For more information, please see Computational Genomics (PI: Peter J. Park) web site.
Posted October 30, 2007
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A postdoctoral position is available to study various aspects of Toll-like Receptors and the control of Innate Immunity at Children's Hospital Boston and Harvard Medical School. Experimental models focus on genetically modified mice and cells derived from these mice, especially macrophages and dendritic cells. Research interests include the molecular mechanisms regulating the initiation of innate immune signaling pathways and their function is host-pathogen interactions.
Requirements: Highly motivated PhD, MD/PhD or MD with a solid background in molecular biology and immunology. Experience in classical cell biological techniques, including fluorescence and time-lapse microscopy would be an asset, as would extensive biochemical experience. Candidates should have a good command of the English language and should be available for an interview.
Interested applicants should send a cover letter explaining relevant work experience (max 1 page), curriculum vitae and the names, telephone numbers and e-mail addresses of three references by e-mail.
E-mail Jonathan Kagan, PhD, Assistant Professor, Gastroenterology/Nutrition
Posted October 26, 2007
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Research position available in the Developmental Hematology Laboratory. Our group's research focuses on fetal and neonatal megakaryocytopoiesis and platelet biology, with an emphasis of mechanisms underlying neonatal thrombocytopenia. We currently have an established model of fetal immune mediated thrombocytopenia, and are exploring new models. Ongoing projects include platelet kinetic studies in thrombocytopenic newborn mice, in vitro megakaryocyte progenitor and megakaryocyte ploidy assays, and characterization of molecular mechanisms regulating the proliferation and differentiation of neonatal megakaryocytes. The candidate should have a PhD in an area related to Biochemistry/Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Hematology, or Pathology. A strong background in various biochemical and molecular biology laboratory techniques (including real time PCR), cell culture, flow cytometry and flow sorting, and immunohistochemistry are highly desirable. Small animal experience is a requisite. The Division of Newborn Medicine is equipped with state of the art instrumentation and the Harvard Longwood Medical Area offers extraordinary opportunities for scientific interactions.
Candidates must be fluent in verbal and written English, and must be available for a personal or telephone interview.
Please send CV, including a brief summary of current and future research interests plus three reference contacts to:
Martha Sola-Visner, MD
Assistant Professor of Pediatrics
Division of Newborn Medicine
Children's Hospital Boston
300 Longwood Avenue, Enders 961
Boston, MA 02115
Or e-mail materials to: Dr. Martha Sola-Visner
Posted October 9, 2007.
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Postdoctoral Fellowship, Division of Endocrinology, Children's Hospital, Boston
An exciting opportunity to work on projects involving mouse adult stem cells. We have generated a number of mouse models that allow for the identification and functional characterization of novel stem cells with potential future clinical applications (e.g., diabetes and other endocrine disorders).
We are seeking a highly motivated, curious and enthusiastic individual with excellent problem solving skills who will thrive in a small and highly supportive environment. The ideal candidate will have outstanding molecular and cellular biology training. Experience with FACS analysis, lineage-tracing models and microinjection techniques would be a plus. Annual salary commensurate with experience.
Postdoctoral applicants should submit a letter of interest and contact information for 3 references to Dr. David Breault and Dr. Diana Carlone .
Posted September 10, 2007
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Postdoctoral position available immediately in the field of insulin-like growth factors and their effect in fetal growth and brain function.
Please email Dr. Mary Frances Lopez if you would like more information.
Posted September 5, 2007.
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Boston-area BIOMEDICAL INFORMATICS postdoctoral fellowships. Consortium of leading informatics laboratories at Harvard, Boston University and Tufts hospitals, and MIT. Close mentorship, vibrant academic community, advanced degrees at Harvard, MIT. Applications for July 2008: BOSTON-AREA BIOMEDICAL INFORMATICS TRAINING web site. Re-posted June 20, 2007.
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We are looking for an experienced electrophysiologist to characterize the changing functional properties of neuronal and glial ionotropic glutamate receptors (AMPA and NMDA subtypes) during normal and abnormal brain development as a consequence of hypoxic/ischemic insults, epilepsy and tuberous sclerosis. Candidates should have extensive experience using the whole cell patch clamp technique in brain slices (whole cell currents, spontaneous and evoked synaptic activity) and cultures of primary neurons and cell lines (HEK 293, COS 7). The successful applicant will work independently but in close collaboration with other members of the lab working on separate aspects of the developmental biology of neurological disorders. There will also be the opportunity to gain experience in molecular biology and conducting in vivo experiments. Starting salaries will be according to qualifications and experience. Further information about our laboratory, Children's Hospital and Harvard Medical School and can be found at
our web site.
A full CV with personal contact details, qualifications and experience, contact details of three references should be sent to Drs. Frances E. Jensen and Nikolaus J. Sucher at: Dr. Frances E. Jensen or Dr. Delia Talos Dr. Delia Talos . Re-posted June 19, 2007.
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We are seeking a highly qualified postdoctoral fellow for a position in translational neurogenetics/neurobiology at Children's Hospital Boston (Harvard Medical School). The successful applicant would join other lab members studying the molecular basis of human brainstem malformation syndromes that primarily affect the development of midbrain oculomotor neurons and their target orbital muscles. Our lab has identified the genes mutated in these disorders, and we are now studying the pathological consequences of these mutations. Qualified applicants should have extensive experience with molecular, cell biology, and biochemical techniques. Applicants should send resumes and 3 references to Dr. Elizabeth C. Engle, Enders 5, Children's Hospital Boston, 300 Longwood Avenue, Boston, MA 02115 or to Dr. Elizabeth Engle. Re-posted June 15, 2007.
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Postdoctoral Research Fellow Position Available in Streptococcus pneumoniae Immunology: A position is available immediately for a postdoctoral researcher to join a funded project on studies of T cell immunity to the human pathogen Streptococcus pneumoniae.
The fellow would take primary responsibility for carrying out a project evaluating the cellular immunity elicited by a candidate vaccine for the prevention of pneumococcal colonization and disease. Furthermore, the fellow will also be evaluating naturally-acquired cellular responses to the pathogen.
It is hoped and expected that the fellow will also develop one or more independent projects consistent with the general interests of the laboratory, which include innate and acquired immune responses to Streptococcus pneumoniae as it relates to natural and vaccine-induced immunity. Ongoing experimental studies in the laboratory employ tools from molecular biology, animal models and studies of humoral and cellular immunity.
Requirements: Doctoral degree in immunology or microbiology. In particular, experience with T cell immunity to pathogens is highly desirable.
Term: The initial appointment will be for one year, renewable for a second year.
For more information or to apply, please send CV and names of 3 references to:
Dr. Richard Malley, Children's Hospital, Boston and Harvard Medical School,
Dr. Richard Malley. Re-posted June 14, 2007.
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T32 Training Grant Fellowship Opportunity: Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in Blood Cell Biology in the lab of Leslie E. Silberstein, M.D., Director, Joint Program in Transfusion Medicine (re-posted 6.14.2007)
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A postdoctoral position (PhD required) is available starting September 2007 in the laboratory of Dr. Indira Guleria, Assistant Director, Tissue Transplantation laboratory, Brigham and Women's Hospital and Instructor in Medicine (Harvard Medical School) with dual credentialing at Children's and Brigham and Women's Hospital. Dr. Guleria's laboratory carries out joint research with the laboratory of Professor Mohamed Sayegh, Director Transplantation Research Center of Brigham and Women's Hospital and Children's Hospital Boston. The research focus of the laboratory is to understand the specific immune tolerance mechanisms that help prevent autoimmunity and that also play a critical role in maintaining fetomaternal tolerance. Prior knowledge and experience in the areas of molecular and cellular immunology, particularly in the isolation, characterization and manipulation of immune cells from mice, flow cytometry, and molecular cloning to generate constructs for protein expression and transgenic mice is highly desirable. Interested candidates should forward their resume to Indira Guleria, PhD. Posted June 13, 2007.
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Postdoctoral Position in Molecular Biophysics and Molecular Biology: Positions available to study the molecular biophysics of DNA damage, and the molecular biology of aging and neurodegenerative diseases. Projects focus on DNA damage repair and the biology of genes involved in aging and Alzheimer's disease. For reference see: Nature 429:883,2004; Human Molec. Genet. 14:1231, 2005; Neuron 33:677,2002; PNAS 96:6959,1999. Experience in biophysics or molecular biology, No Visa Sponsorship is available for this opportunity. Send curriculum vitae, a brief description of research experience, and names of 3 references to Bruce Yankner. An equal opportunity employer. Posted July 6, 2006.
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