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Positions available:
Children's research Institute, Columbus Ohio USA
(posted september 2007)
The Children's Hospital in Columbus Ohio, a teaching hospital of the
Ohio State University College of Medicine and Public Health, a leading
academic health sciences center, is seeking a post-doctoral research
fellow to continue NIH-funded research studies in the Center for Cell
and Developmental Biology in Children's Research Institute. The research
laboratories are located in new state-of-the-art facilities, with
numerous core facilities available on-site. The laboratory effort is
concentrated on understanding the role of connective tissue growth
factor (CTGF) in fibrosis and developing novel anti-fibrotic strategies
that target pathways of CTGF production or action.
The successful candidate will study the role of CTGF in promoting
fibrosis in the liver or pancreas, with special emphasis on
structure-function, integrin receptors, intracellular signaling
pathways, transcriptional regulation, and animal models. Experience in
cell and molecular biology is essential and a strong practical knowledge
of gastrointestinal pathophysiology (especially in response to alcohol)
is preferred. Applicants should possess an MD, PhD, or MD/PhD degree, a
strong publication record, and a proven research track-record.
Preference will be given to individuals with self-initiative, research
talent, and excellent communication skills. Candidates within the United
States are preferred. Individuals aplying from abroad must include a
statement regarding their current immigration status and visa
requirements. Salary will be commensurate with previous research
experience.
Interested individuals should send a detailed curriculum vitae, a
concise statement of research interests and goals, and the names,
addresses, phone numbers and e-mail addresses of three references.
Applications should be sent to: David Brigstock, PhD, Center for Cell
and Developmental Biology, Children's Research Institute, Columbus OH
43205. Tel. 614-355-2824. Fax 614-722-5892.
brigstod@ccri.net
See the following link for laboaratory information:
www.columbuschildrens.com/gd/applications/controller.cfm?page=381
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University of Western Ontario London Canada
(posted september 2007)
Position has been taken.
University of Illinois, Chicago, USA
(posted october 2007)
TWO POSTDOCTORAL POSITIONS ARE AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY
to study extracellular matrix signaling at the University of Illinois.
The laboratory is interested in the biological functions and mechanisms
of actions of the CCN matricellular proteins in development and disease.
In particular, we are interested in how CCN proteins signal through
integrin receptors to regulate diverse processes including apoptosis,
cell migration and gene expression in the context of angiogenesis, inflammation,
and matrix remodeling. Various approaches including the use of knockout,
conditional knockout, and allelic replacement mouse models are being employed
in these studies. The positions will focus on one of two general areas:
1. The roles of CCN proteins in inflammation and injury repair.
The functional cooperation between CCN proteins and inflammatory cytokines through
integrin-mediated signaling will be analyzed in vitro and in vivo.
2. The roles of CCN proteins in cancer.
As angiogenic regulators, CCN protein expression has been associated with numerous cancers.
The specific functions of CCNs in tumorigenesis will be determined.
Suitable candidates will have a Ph.D. or equivalent, and a strong background
in biochemistry and cell and molecular biology. Demonstrated skills in relevant
techniques and experience working with mice are desirable.
The projects are NIH-funded and offer competitive compensation commensurate with experience.
Please send CV with a brief cover letter and names of three references to:
Dr. Lester F. Lau
Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics
University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine
900 S. Ashland Avenue, M/C 669
Chicago, IL 60607
Email: LFLau@uic.edu