马萨诸塞州立大学医学院自身免疫性糖尿病研究博士后岗位

Institution

University of Massachusetts Medical School 

Position

Postdoctoral Fellowship in Autoimmune Diabetes 

Job Number

4003624 

Date Posted

July 2nd 2008 

Application Deadline

Open Until Filled
 
Description

A postdoctoral research position is available in the laboratory of Dr. John Mordes at the University of Massachusetts Medical School. The lab investigates autoimmune (juvenile) diabetes in rodent models. Current research focuses on mapping susceptibility genes, testing candidate susceptibility genes, and identifying factors that account disease onset early in life. Planned work will rely heavily on RNAi and viral vectors. There may be additional opportunities for research in the delivery of RNAi as a medical therapeutic agent. Candidates should have a PhD in genetics, immunology, molecular biology, or cell biology, and prior experience in basic immunological methods, molecular immunology, and gene cloning. Willingness to work with animals is essential. The University if Massachusetts Medical School is a major academic research and health center 40 miles from Boston. Worcester offers affordable living and easy access to many activities in the surrounding area.

For consideration, please send CV and a cover letter describing your background and research interests to: john.mordes@umassmed.edu.

Contact

John P. Mordes, M.D.
Medicine
University of Massachusetts Medical School
364 Plantation Street
LRB 222
Worcester, MA 01605
United States
Phone: 508-856-3291
Fax: 508-856-7578
Email: john.mordes@umassmed.edu 
Employer's Web Site:  http://www.umassmed.edu