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2007 Molecular Parasitology: Announcements & Job Postings Online
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List of announcements (in the order posted):
Job opening posted on Tue Jun 26 17:54:57 2007 by Kim Williamson
Plasmodium falciparum gametocytogenesis
Research Associate/Postdoctoral Fellowship is available to study gametocytogenesis in Plasmodium falciparum. Specifically, the focus of the project is to define the molecular basis of the switch between asexual reproduction and sexual differentiation, which is required for malaria transmission. The overall goal of the research is to develop new strategies to control the growth and maturation of the parasites and thereby inhibit the spread of malaria. A PhD and permission to work in the US are required. Applicants should have research experience in cell and/or developmental biology. Experience with cell culture and molecular biology techniques is preferred. Please submit a CV and contact information for 3 references to Kim Williamson, Ph.D., Prof., Department of Biology, Loyola University Chicago, Quinlan Life Sci Bldg Rm 317, 6525 North Sheridan Rd., Chicago, IL 60626. Loyola University Chicago, Chicago’s Jesuit University, strives for diversity in its faculty, students and staff. Underrepresented minorities and women are particularly encouraged to apply. Loyola University Chicago is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Educator.
Job opening posted on Fri Jul 6 13:29:42 2007 by Laurie Read
Faculty Positions in MIcrobiology and Immunology at UB
Tenure-Track Faculty Positions in Microbiology and Immunology at UB
The Department of Microbiology and Immunology within the School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at The University at Buffalo (The State University of New York) invites applications from qualified individuals (PhD, MD, DVM, DDS) with appropriate postdoctoral and professional experience for appointment to the rank of Assistant, Associate or Full Professor. For appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor, at least two years of postdoctoral experience is required. Candidates seeking appointment at the rank of Associate or Full Professor must have current extramural funding. The successful applicants will have interests in bacteriology, mycology, parasitology, virology or immunology. Additional interests in bioinformatics or molecular recognition will be especially preferred. The Department of Microbiology and Immunology at UB is a collegial, dynamic, successful consortium of faculty whose interests span a wide range of research fields. The group has substantial extramural funding including a large externally-funded graduate program. Laboratory space will be available either in the Biomedical Research Building or in the New York State Center of Excellence in Bioinformatics and Life Sciences, completed in 2006. Appointees will be expected to develop or expand a vigorous and externally-funded research program, to lecture in team-taught courses for professional (MD and DDS), graduate and undergraduate students, and to participate in routine academic service duties. Salaries are negotiable and include attractive retirement and health benefits. A generous start-up package will be offered to successful candidates. Review of Applications will begin August 6, and continue until the positions are filled. Applications including curriculum vitae, description of current/planned research activities, and contact information for three references should be submitted online at: https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu.
Job opening posted on Wed Aug 1 11:49:16 2007 by Dennis Dwyer
Postdoctoral Fellowship: Cell and Molecular Biology of Leishmania
Cell and Molecular Biology of Leishmania
A Postdoctoral Fellowship is available in Cell Biology for an individual with a Ph.D. in biochemistry, microbiology or molecular biology,. The successful candidate will join an active group studying the cell biology of Leishmania and related trypanosomatid parasites (a group of parasitic protozoa causing human disease). Ongoing project areas include: 1) characterization of secretory and surface membrane enzymes critical to parasite growth, development, and survival; 2) molecular dissection of genes encoding and regulating such proteins; 3) developmental expression and cellular targeting of such proteins; and 4) functional characterization of components of both the endo- and exocytic pathways in these organisms. Visit our Web site, http://www.niaid.nih.gov/dir/labs/lpd/dwyer.htm, and check PubMed for our latest publications.
These positions offer a unique opportunity to have impact in a rapidly developing area highly relevant to human disease. No prior experience in parasite research is necessary.
NOTE: Fellowships available only to those with less than 3 years of postdoctoral experience. Salary is commensurate with experience.
Please send curriculum vitae, list of publications, and names of 3 references to:
Dr. Dennis M. Dwyer
Head, Cell Biology Section,
Laboratory of Parasitic Diseases,
Building 4, Room 126,
National Institute of Allergy
and Infectious Diseases,
National Institutes of Health
Bethesda, MD 20892-0425
Telephone: (301) 496-5969
Fax: (301) 402-0079
E-Mail: DDwyer@niaid.nih.gov
The NIH is dedicated to building a diverse community in its training and employment programs.
Job opening posted on Tue Aug 21 10:19:17 2007 by David Sibley
Postdoctoral Position: Molecular-Cellular Parasitology
Postdoctoral position available to investigate the cellular and molecular basis of adhesion and motility by the protozoan parasite Toxoplasma gondii. This important human pathogen enjoys excellent experimental tools for genetic, molecular, and cellular analyses, making it an attractive model. Description of current activities in the lab can be viewed at (http://www.sibleylab.wustl.edu/ ). Potential projects include molecular and biochemical analyses of proteolytic processing of adhesive complexes (Brossier et al., PNAS, 102, 4146-4151, 2005) and assembly of macromolecular complexes involved in actin-based motility (Jewett et al., Molec. Cell 11, 885-894, 2003). Positions require a Ph.D., and prior research experience in biochemical and/or molecular analysis of protein-protein interactions.
Excellent English language ability (speaking and writing), analytical, computational, and interpersonal skills are considered essential. Washington University offers a highly diverse intellectual community with outstanding training opportunities for postdoctoral fellows. Salary and benefits along with educational and training opportunities are summarized at the Office of Post Graduate Affairs (http://dbbs.wustl.edu/postdoc/).
Submit a current C.V. and names of three references to: Dr. David Sibley, Professor, (sibley@borcim.wustl.edu), Dept. Molecular Microbiology, Washington University Sch. Med., St. Louis, MO 63110.
Washington University is an equal opportunity employer.
Job opening posted on Wed Aug 22 00:59:38 2007 by Kami Kim
Assistant or Associate Professor of Microbiology and Immunology
ASSISTANT OR ASSOCIATE PROFESSORS
The Department of Microbiology & Immunology at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine (AECOM) is recruiting four new tenure track faculty at the Assistant or Associate Professor levels. Applicants should hold a Ph.D. or M.D. degree, and have a strong record of accomplishment in basic or translational research relevant to microbial pathogenesis, host-pathogen interactions or immunology. Qualified candidates with background in areas of research related to biodefense pathogens or emerging infectious diseases are particularly encouraged to apply.
The available position offers competitive salary and start-up funds, new or recently renovated laboratory space, and access to numerous state-of-the-art core facilities. Extensive BSL-2 and BSL-3 containment facilities are available for handling infectious agents and infected rodents. The Department has active NIH Training Grants available for support of pre- and postdoctoral trainees, and there is excellent access to outstanding research trainees through the large PhD and MD/PhD programs at AECOM. The campus is located in a secure and attractive neighborhood in the northern borough of New York City in close proximity to the Bronx Zoo and Botanical Gardens, Manhattan and the suburban areas of Westchester County and Long Island
(for more information about AECOM, visit our website at www.aecom.yu.edu).
Applicants should send a curriculum vitae, a 1-2 page summary of research interests and major accomplishments, a 1 page plan describing future research plans, and the names and contact information of three references to:
Dr. Arturo Casadevall, Chair, Dept. of Microbiology & Immunology, (c/o Ms. Gina DeFilippi at defilipp@aecom.yu.edu), Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Jack and Pearl Resnick Campus, 1300 Morris Park Avenue, Bronx, NY 10461. ELECTRONIC APPLICATIONS ONLY
ANYONE WITH QUESTIONS ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT OR UNIVERSITY CAN CONTACT KAMI KIM AT MPM 2007
Job opening posted on Mon Sep 3 00:50:56 2007 by Peter Preiser
Postdoctoral Associates, SMART Infectious Disease
Postdoctoral Associates
for SMART Interdisciplinary Research Group in Infectious Disease
In anticipation of the establishment of Singapore-MIT Alliance in Research and Technology (SMART), we are recruiting ten (10) postdoctoral associates in the next six months to join an integrated, cutting-edge research program in infectious disease, involving principal investigators from Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), National University of Singapore (NUS), Nanyang Technological University (NTU), A*Star research institutes, and Tamasek Life Sciences Laboratory (TLL). The major goals of the research program are to advance basic understanding of pathogen-host interactions at the cellular and molecular levels and use this basic knowledge to develop diagnostics, prophylactics and therapeutics for specific infectious diseases.
Postdoctoral Associates will work on interdisciplinary projects in one of the following areas: i) cellular and molecular mechanisms of pathogen-host interactions, ii) immune responses to infections (influenza, RSV, malaria, or tuberculosis), iii) novel approaches to manipulate ES cells, stem cells, hematopoiesis, tissue repair and mice, and iv) nano- and micro-mechanics in the biological system.
The ideal candidates should have a PhD in biochemistry/molecular biology, immunology, microbiology/virology, stem cells/hematopoiesis, or biomechanics; a strong publication record; excellent communication skills in English; and an ability to work independently as well as in a team consisting of people with diverse scientific backgrounds.
Postdoctoral associates will be supervised jointly by MIT and Singapore principal investigators. The postdoctoral associates will be based in Singapore with opportunity to conduct research at MIT.
Please send CV and names of three references to Dr. Peter Preiser prpreiser@ntu.edu.sg
Job opening posted on Wed Sep 12 14:59:22 2007 by Chris Dematos
Plasmodium Biology - Research Positions
I am looking for talented and enthusiastic individuals (research technician and post-doctoral fellow) keen to address novel aspects of malaria biology. My new laboratory in the Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics at the UMDNJ-New Jersey Medical School, studies the sporozoite and liver stages of Plasmodium. Using the tools of cell biology, molecular genetics, genomics and gene knockout/ modification technologies, we study the role of various proteins in the early steps of malaria infection.
The laboratory is located in Newark, NJ and is part of the highly interactive Parasitology community of the area. Newark is within easy commuting distance of a number of NJ towns and New York city.
For consideration, please submit a CV and three references to:
Purnima Bhanot, PhD
Assistant Professor
Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics
UMDNJ-NJMS
225 Warren Street, E450D
Newark, NJ 07103
Telephone: 973-972-4483 x 23273
E-mail: bhanotpu@umdnj.edu
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