波士顿医科大学代谢学研究博士后岗位
InstitutionPostdoctoral Positions in MetabolismPositionBoston University School of MedicineLocationBoston MA USADate PostedJuly 17th 2008Date ExpiresSeptember 16th 2008Tagspostdoc Boston ma and usa De ...
Institution
Postdoctoral Positions in Metabolism
Position
Boston University School of Medicine
Location
Boston, MA, USA
Date Posted
July 17th 2008
Date Expires
September 16th 2008
Tags
postdoc, Boston, ma, and usa
Description
Postdoctoral positions are available immediately. Our research interestsfocus on physiological and pathophysiological regulation of novelmolecules important in energy homeostasis and diabetes, as well as itscardiovascular complications. Better understanding of such mechanismsprovides opportunities for development of novel therapeutic strategiesin metabolic disease. Our recent work has involved the molecular basisfor the regulation by polyphenols of the NAD-dependent deacetylase,Sirtuin (SIRT)-1, in diabetes.
Requirements include a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree. We areseeking highly motivated, enthusiastic and interactive individuals withstrong research background in cellular and molecular biology, signaltransduction or related field. Experience with experimental animalmodels and small animal surgery is preferred. Prior laboratoryexperience in an related field is desired, but not required.
Contact
Interested candidates will send their CV, list of publications, alongwith contact information for three references, and a cover letter whichdescribes past research experience and a brief statement for theirresearch interests and research plan by email to mwzang1@bu.edu.
Dr. Mengwei Zang
Whitaker Cardiovascular Institute
Boston University School of Medicine
650 Albany Street, Boston, MA 02118
Boston University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.