Developmental Biology
Health Center
| Employment Opportunities |
Listed below are current positions open in the Department of Genetics and Developmental Biology. |
| Postdoctoral Position available in Biology of Aging |
The Rogina laboratory is seeking a postdoctoral researcher for studies on the basic biology of aging in the fruit fly model system, Drosophila melanogaster. The goal of this work is to determine the molecular, biochemical and physiological changes associated with two life-extending interventions, caloric restriction and the long-lived Indy mutation. Mutations in the Drosophila Indy gene dramatically extend life span without a decrease in metabolic rate, physical activity or fertility. INDY protein is a dicarboxylate transporter of Krebs cycle intermediates and is primarily found in tissues important for intermediate metabolism in the fly. Applicants should have a background in molecular biology and genetics, and be capable of creative and independent work that will include microarray data validation, biochemical and genetic studies. Please email your current curriculum vitae, cover letter describing your goals and research interest, and a list of references to: Blanka Rogina, Ph.D. |
| TenureTrack Faculty Position in RNA Biology |
The Department of Genetics and Developmental Biology at the University of Connecticut School of Medicine is seeking highly qualified individuals with an outstanding background in RNA biology. Areas of interest include but are not limited to RNA editing, alternative splicing, non-coding RNAs (including microRNAs), RNA transport and RNA stability. The Department is seeking an individual who will build on our established expertise in these areas and who will develop a world-class translational research program in RNA research.Applications are invited for a position at the Assistant, Associate or Full Professor level. Faculty will enjoy superb resources including a generous start-up package as well as state-of-the art core facilities for mouse transgenics and ES cell manipulation, microarrays, nucleic acid sequencing, flow cytometry, confocal microscopy and fluorescence imaging. The successful candidate will be expected to establish an independent and innovative research program that will attract extramural funding and to actively contribute to a rich scientific environment. Candidates are invited to visit the departmental web page (http://genetics.uchc.edu) and should apply by submitting (preferably electronically) a curriculum vita, selected publications and the names of three references to: Marc Lalande PhD, Professor and Chair UCHC is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/PwD |
| |