Job
Postdoctoral Fellow
Organization
National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences, Research Triangle Park, NC
Scientific focus area
RNA Biology, Cell Biology, Stem Cell Biology, Developmental Biology, Genetics and Genomics
NIEHS is located in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, and provides a stimulating environment and excellent opportunities for young scientists to develop their research careers. NIEHS is dedicated to building a diverse community in its training and employment programs.
About the position
A postdoctoral position is immediately available in the Stem Cell Biology Group led by Dr. Guang Hu in the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS), Research Triangle Park, North Carolina (https://www.niehs.nih.gov/research/atniehs/labs/escbl/pi/stemcell/index.cfm). The Stem Cell Biology Group is currently investigating how the INO80 chromatin remodeling complex and the Ccr4-Not mRNA deadenylation complex regulate cell fate in pluripotent stem cells and early mouse development. In addition, we are also using genetic, genomic, and bioinformatics tools such as high-throughput genetic screens and single cell analysis, to identify and study novel regulators of pluripotency, totipotency, and germline specification and differentiation.
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What you'll need to apply
To apply, please send CV and names of references to: Guang Hu, Ph.D. Senior Investigator, Epigenetics and Stem Cell Biology Laboratory Director, Epigenomics and DNA Sequencing Core Facility National Institute of Environmental Health and Sciences 111 Alexander Drive Research Triangle Park, NC 27709 E-mail: hug4@niehs.nih.gov
Contact name
Guang Hu
Contact email
Qualifications
Applicants must have a doctoral level degree with less than five years of postdoctoral research experience. Training and experience in stem cell and developmental biology, or computational biology and bioinformatics is highly preferred. Competitive stipends are determined by educational degree(s) and years of experience: https://www.niehs.nih.gov/careers/research/fellows/working/benefits/salary.
Disclaimer/Fine Print
Selection for this position will be based solely on merit, with no discrimination for non-merit reasons such as race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, political affiliation, marital status, disability, age, or membership or non-membership in an employee organization. The NIH encourages the application and nomination of qualified women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities.