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Postdoctoral Research Associate in Anatomy & Cell Biology Department
Full-time Position
Focus:
The work of this Post-Doc will focus on using in vitro experimental paradigms to address specific aspects of the
overall hypotheses of the lab. Duties will include primary neuron & glia culture and co-culture as well as
treatment and analysis of cultures.
Job description:
Under the general supervision of the principal investigator, the candidate should be able to conduct independent
research in the role of apoE in Alzheimer's disease. The candidate should have a PhD in the biological sciences.
Specific research experience with primary neuron cultures and neuron/glia co-cultures as well as in vitro imaging
techniques are required. Dissection and tissue extraction are required skills. Experience with in vivo imaging
preferred but not required. The qualified candidate will be required to contribute to the conception and
execution of experiments; prepare presentations and manuscripts for publication; write relevant sections of grant
applications; participate in seminars, journal club and meetings; and supervise research assistants and students.
Only candidates with these qualifications will be considered.
Minimum Requirements:
- PhD in the biological sciences, in an area related to neuroscience, cell biology, or biochemistry.
- Education/expertise in:
- preparing primary neuron and glia cultures from transgenic mice, including experimental design and
sample preparation for staining and imaging these cells.
- cellular trafficking.
- intracellular signaling pathways.
- cell surface receptor:ligand interactions.
- Familiarity with basic and advanced uses of Mac and PC software for instrumentation and manuscript
preparation (including Word, Excel, and Powerpoint).
To apply: Please send a Curriculum Vitae and a brief description of research interests, particularly
as they relate to our work (references will be requested as needed), via email to: Mary Jo LaDu
(mladu@uic.edu).
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