Postdoctoral position in muscle biophysics. One position to study spectroscopic and biochemical properties of skeletal muscle, skeletal myosin, and model myosin mutants. Skills in biophysical methods as well as experience in protein preparation and biochemical assays are required. Preference will be given to applicants with knowledge of molecular biology. Initial appointment for 1 year with possibility of renewal. ...

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NIH-funded post-doctoral position in vascular biology is available to study the coronary microcirculation and its impact on atherosclerosis progression. The overall objective of our research is the non-invasive detection of vulnerable plaque. Several diabetic and surgical animal models some of which have been developed in our laboratory and cardiac human tissue provide a unique opportunity to study and image atherosclerosis. The position will use new x-ray/CT imaging methodologies and conduct...

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A postdoctoral research position is available immediately in the area of computational structural biology at the Mayo Clinic in Arizona. Current research interests include algorithm development for biomolecular simulations, docking, force field development, machine learning in structural bioinformatics, and applications of these techniques to drug discovery. More information is available at http://www.bordnerlab.org
The ideal candidate will have received a Ph.D. in Physics, Chemistry, o...

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A position is available immediately on the NIH Training Program in Nephrology. MD and PhD candiates are encouraged to apply for a 1-2 year training program. Trainees can select among research areas in the division, including active programs in nephrolithiasis, bone and mineral metabolism, polycystic kidney disease, mechanisms of renal injury, hypertension, and others. ...

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A Research Associate position available in Diagnostic Radiology. The position will develop and evaluate new x-ray imaging methodologies and conducts related image analysis to extract various biomedical data. Writes algorithms for conveying novel information within x-ray images. Builds and maintains computer systems and software for related high performance calculations. Communicates with scientists at national and international physics institutions to research issues and approaches in evolvin...

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A Postdoctoral Research Fellow is sought by a Pharmacogenomics laboratory for a position that is available as soon as possible. This laboratory will focus on the pharmacogenomics of drug targets, especially those anti-neoplastic agents. Studies conducted include the use of high throughput genotyping and expression microarrays that might influence drug response, functional genomics, in depth mechanistic studies of the functional effects of DNA sequence variation and translational studies of the...

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NIH-funded post-doctoral position (up to 4 years) is available to study the immunopathological mechanisms of meningeal and cortical inflammation, and cortical demyelination in early MS. We propose novel hypotheses about the role(s) of meningeal inflammation and cortical pathology in the MS disease process. Pathological characterization of human tissue provides a unique opportunity to directly test the pathogenic relevance of emerging experimental animal data to MS pathology. Our studies addressi...

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NIH-funded post-doctoral positions (up to 5 years) are available to study Cancer Biology or Cancer Genetics. Specifically, we are interested in understanding roles of P53 and FA-BRCA two tumor suppressor pathways in tumorigenesis. Our experimental approach utilizes molecular genetics, biochemistry, cell biology, and animal models to study how two pathways function. Applicants must have a Ph.D. and a background in cancer biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, and/or relevant fields as well...

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POSTDOCTORAL POSITIONS in Molecular Pharmacology and Receptor Biochemistry--Postdoctoral research positions are available in a research program focusing on the structure, function, and regulation of G protein-coupled receptors. Studies relate to the molecular basis for ligand-receptor interaction, conformational changes associated with receptor activation, and protein-protein and protein-lipid interactions regulating receptor function. The group utilizes unique photochemical and fluorescence te...

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Postdoctoral Position in Biochemistry and Molecular Pharmacology of G Protein-Coupled Receptors-- A postdoctoral research position is available in a research program focusing on the structure and function of G protein-coupled glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP1) receptor, an important drug target for Type 2 diabetes. The goal of this program is to understand the detailed molecular basis of ligand binding and activation of the GLP1 receptor using unique photochemical techniques, as well as molecular...

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The Vaccine Research Group at Mayo Clinic Rochester seeks a postdoctoral fellow to join a highly successful research team to study the genetics of immune responses to vaccines and research related to Biodefense vaccines. Projects include studies on smallpox, measles, rubella, influenza and other viral vaccines. Requirements for the position include 1) a Ph.D. and/or M.D. degree with significant past laboratory research experience, 2) a keen interest in vaccine and Biodefense research. Individ...

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A postdoctoral research fellow/research associate position is available to study the the regulation of ion channels in the cardiovascular system. Candidate should have a strong background in cellular imaging techniques including live cell imaging to study the trafficking of membrane proteins. Knowledge in basic biochemical and molecular techniques is required. Experience in cellular electrophysiology is highly desirable....

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A post-doctoral position is available to study ubiquitin-mediated signaling in cell-cycle control and genome maintenance in the Division of Oncology Research. Our current focus is to study mis-regulation of deubiquitination processes in cancer. The successful candidate will investigate the molecular mechanisms underlying transcriptional regulation by a deubiquitinating enzyme that functions as a tumor suppressor. Candidates with experience in ubiquitin pathways or chromatin/transcription are ...

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A postdoctoral research position is available to study transcriptional mechanisms that regulate gene expression in bone forming cells. Join a highly collaborative group that includes laboratories in the departments of orthopedic surgery, biochemistry and molecular biology, and endocrinology at the Mayo Clinic. Projects focus on the epigenetic and biochemical regulation of transcription in bone cells, regulation of transcription and osteoblast differentiation by cell signaling pathways, transge...

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A postdoctoral position is currently available to study the genetics and genomics of alcoholism and neuropsychiatric disorders. The ideal candidate should have a recent PhD degree in human genomics, functional genomics, and/or mouse molecular genetics with experienced molecular biological skills. Previous experience with transgenic/knockout mice, histology, and cell culture is preferred. Creative and highly motivated applicants are strongly encouraged to apply....

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A postdoctoral position is currently available to study the cell biology of bone cells. The successful candidate will become part of a diverse and highly interactive team of bone biologists in the departments of Endocrinology, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, and Orthopedic Surgery at the Mayo Clinic. Available project include interactions between bone resorbing osteoclasts and bone forming osteoblasts, molecular and cellular biology of osteoclast differentiation and survival, and interacti...

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A postdoctoral position is available to examine the function of a novel transcriptional repressor in hematopoiesis, using conditional knockout mice. Our research crosses many disciplines: Immunology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Cancer and Development. The ideal candidate should have a recent doctoral degree in any of those fields, as demonstrated by 1-2 first author papers publications resulting from their dissertation. Previous experience with transgenic/knockout mice, flow cytometry, d...

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Post-doctoral position, with funding from NIH training grant, requires applicant to be a US citizenship or US permanent immigrant. The focus of the laboratory is on dissecting estrogen action on bone using human, mouse, and cellular models. Additional studies are ongoing in basic osteoprogenitor/stem cell biology....

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A postdoctoral position is available immediately in the Division of Hematology, Mayo Clinic Rochester. The fellow will join a highly interactive and collaborative research team that focuses on translational research in B cell malignancies. Current studies are specifically focused on (i) the role of TNF family members on the survival and progression of B cell lymphomas, (ii) the study of signaling pathways involved in B cell transformation, and (iii) characterization of genetic alterations assoc...

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Mayo Clinic (http://www.mayo.edu) in Rochester, Minnesota (www.macc-Rochester.com) is a world-class health care institute, with cutting-edge genetic research programs. Our research team is focused on the development of statistical methods for the analysis of genetically complex human diseases and pharmacogenomics. We are seeking a postdoctoral candidate with a Ph.D. in statistics or biostatistics and educational training in genetics. This position is for the development and evaluation of stat...

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Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Empirical Bioethics Research. Qualifications: Ph.D. or equivalent experience in bioethics or a social science discipline (anthropology, medical sociology, social psychology, health policy, public health, etc.) Experience in qualitative research is required. Applicants with clinical, basic science, or legal backgrounds will only be considered if they have had additional training in social science research. Must have excellent written and oral communication skill...

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Postdoctoral Fellowship to study synaptic plasticity and neurodegenerative diseases. The electrophysiology laboratory in the Dept. of Neuroscience at Mayo Clinic Jacksonville is now accepting applications for a postdoctoral position. The focus of our laboratory is on the molecular mechanism of synaptic neurotransmitter release and plasticity. We utilize genetically engineered mouse models to study synaptic changes in early stage of different neurodegenerative diseases, with special interest p...

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Postdoctoral training position available in area of vascular cell biology especially as it relates to angiogenesis, liver pathobiology, and cancer....

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Extramurally-funded Fellowship position in Neuroimmunology to investigate water channel autoimmunity, a new frontier of central nervous system (CNS) demyelinating disease. Neuromyelitis optica (NMO) is a severe relapsing inflammatory demyelinating disease that targets optic nerves and spinal cord, disproportionately affects non-Caucasians, frequently results in blindness and paraplegia, and is commonly misdiagnosed as multiple sclerosis (MS). The astrocytic water channel aquaporin-4 (AQP4) has b...

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Position: Postdoctoral Position Allergic Diseases NIH-funded postdoctoral Training Grant in Allergic Diseases is available to prepare qualified individuals for careers as investigators of allergic diseases and asthma. Only US citizens or permanent residents (green card holder) with Ph.D., M.D., or M.D.-Ph.D. (or equivalent) degrees are eligible. Ongoing studies in the Allergic Diseases Research Laboratory include: 1) eosinophil biology and the roles of eosinophils in health and disease, 2) Th...

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We are looking for a highly trained individual with experience in both advanced molecular biology techniques and pathology to work on a project aimed at utilizing Next Generation DNA sequencing to measure gene expression in individuals who differ in their immune response to various vaccines. Ability to work with new technologies involved in library preparation for Next Generation sequencing. Will construct several hundred transcriptome libraries in preparation for DNA sequencing on the Illumina ...

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