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Title: Research Associate (Postdoctoral)
Contact_Department: Surgery
Percent_Time: 100
Begin_EndDates: A two-three year position, available immediately
Contact_Name_Address: Bo Liu, PhD Department of Surgery WIMR, 5137 1111 Highland Ave Madison, WI 53705
Contact_Phone: 608-263-5931
Contact_Email: liub@surgery.wisc.edu
Contact_Fax: 608-262-3330
Requirements: Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. in molecular biology, biochemistry or cell biology or related biomedical fields. Experiences in transgenic mice, animal modeling and immunohistology are desired.
Job_Duties: The incumbent will join the NIH-funded Vascular Biology lab of Dr. Bo Liu at Department of Surgery, University of Wisconsin. This vascular group emphasizes multidisciplinary and collaborative approaches to address fundamental questions underlying human diseases. Research will involve studying the cellular and molecular mechanisms of restenosis and aneurysm, in particular the role of protein kinase C-delta in vascular smooth muscle cells. Duties will include designing and conducting appropriate experiments, participating in preparation of research manuscripts and grants, and contributing to other team efforts related to research projects.
Deadline: December 1, 2009
Title: Research Associate (Postdoctoral)
Contact_Department: Psychiatry
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Percent_Time: 100
Begin_EndDates: 1/15/2010 - 1/14/2012
Contact_Name_Address: Patrick H. Roseboom, PhD Wisconsin Psychiatric Institutes and Clinics 6001 Research Park Boulevard Madison, WI 53719-1176
Contact_Phone: 608-263-0504
Contact_Email: roseboom@wisc.edu
Contact_Fax: 608-265-9362
Requirements: Doctoral degree required with emphasis in Neuropharmacology, Behavioral Neuroscience and/or Molecular Neuroscience. Strong oral and written communication skills are required.
Job_Duties: This individual will investigate the behavioral and biochemical alterations associated with rodent and non-human primate models of anxiety disorders and depression. The lab is especially interested in the underlying neural circuitry and molecular mechanisms.
Deadline: January 1, 2010
Title: Research Associate (Postdoctoral)
Contact_Department: Department of Dermatology
Salary: Commensurate with experience (minimum $36,216)
Percent_Time: 100
Begin_EndDates: Negotiable
Contact_Name_Address: Dr. Nihal Ahmad, Associate Professor, Department of Dermatology, University of Wisconsin, 1300 University Avenue, MSC 423, Madison, WI 53706
Contact_Phone: 608-263-5359
Contact_Email: nahmad@wisc.edu
Contact_Fax: 608-263-5223
Requirements: PhD in the biological sciences is required. Preference will be given to individuals with experience in molecular biology and biochemistry with experience and/or an interest in working with animals.
Job_Duties: Research Associate (Postdoctoral) position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Nihal Ahmad. More information about the department and our research program is available on the web (http://www.dermatology.wisc.edu). The position is ideal for highly motivated individuals who are interested in cancer biology and/or cancer chemoprevention research. Some representative publications from this laboratory are: J Invest Dermatol 129: 2843-53, 2009; FASEB J 23: 2803-9, 2009; J Biol Chem 284: 3823-32, 2009; Prostate 68: 1624-34, 2008; Mol Cancer Ther 5: 1335-41, 2006; FASEB J 19: 1193-5, 2005. Applicants should have demonstrated scientific productivity, good interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written), and be able to conduct independent research. Candidate will be expected to handle independent project(s), contribute to manuscripts and grant proposals, and present data in national and international meetings.
Deadline: December 31, 2009
Title: Research Associate (Postdoctoral)
Contact_Department: Dermatology
Percent_Time: 100%
Begin_EndDates: January 1, 2010/December 31, 2011
Contact_Name_Address: Vladimir S. Spiegelman, M.D., Ph.D. Associate Professor Department of Dermatology University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health 1300 University Avenue, MSC 417 Madison, WI 53706
Contact_Phone: (608) 265-8197
Contact_Email: spiegelman@dermatology.wisc.edu
Contact_Fax: (608) 263-5223
Requirements: Position for a postdoctoral fellow is immediately available at the Department of Dermatology, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine at Madison, WI. Our research interests focus on the regulation of RNA turnover, its role in the regulation of signal transduction and its outcome for tumor development.
Job_Duties: Applicants should have a Ph.D. degree with a strong background in biochemistry, molecular biology, signal transduction, cell biology, or related disciplines. Applicants should have demonstrated scientific productivity, good interpersonal and communication skills, and be able to conduct independent research.
Deadline: December 31, 2009
Title: Research Associate (Postdoctoral)
Contact_Department: Pathobiological Sciences
Salary: $40,000 minimum
Percent_Time: 100%
Begin_EndDates: Immediate opening!
Contact_Name_Address: Judy Zimmerman 575 Science Drive Madison, WI 53711
Contact_Phone: 608-262-2019
Contact_Email: jlzimmerman3@wisc.edu
Contact_Fax: 608-262-9641
Requirements: PhD required in virology, microbiology, immunology or related field. Must have good skills in molecular biology. Experience with influenza, cell culture and/or high-throughput screening (HTS) approaches is desirable.
Job_Duties: The Kawaoka Laboratory studies negative-strand RNA viruses including highly pathogenic influenza viruses and ebolavirus. Our objective is to understand virus processes and how viruses interact with host cellular factors. In this way, we can help to develop better vaccines and anti-viral therapeutics. We have an opportunity for a postdoctoral associate interested in joining a team using HTS approaches to identify mutations in influenza viral proteins that enhance avian-to-human transmission. The individual in this position will optimize assay conditions, develop mutant libraries, analyze screen data and characterize mutant viruses in cell culture. The ideal candidate will be a productive, self-motivated individual with the ability to think critically. Strong basic laboratory skills and good technique are important. The individual in this position must present data in presentations, participate in meetings with collaborators and contribute to manuscripts. Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) are a plus. To be considered, candidates must be eligible for Select Agent clearance.
Deadline: December 15, 2009
Title: Research Associate (Postdoctoral)
Contact_Department: Human Rights Initiative
Salary: $40,000
Percent_Time: 100%
Begin_EndDates: July 1, 2010
Contact_Name_Address: Scott Straus, Department of Political Science, 110 North Hall, 1050 Bascom Mall, UW-Madison, Madison, WI 53706.
Contact_Phone: 608.263.2036
Contact_Email: humanrights@international.wisc.edu
Requirements: Postdoctoral Fellowship in Human Rights for 2010-2011 The Human Rights Initiative at the University of Wisconsin, Madison invites applications for a one-year postdoctoral fellowship in human rights, beginning July 1, 2010. The fellow will participate in a Sawyer Seminar entitled “Vulnerability and Resilience: Rethinking Human Rights for the 21st Century,” which is funded by the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation. The fellow will also be expected to produce a research product during the period of the fellowship and to contribute to the academic and intellectual life of the Human Rights Initiative. The post-doctoral fellow may come from any discipline, including but not limited to the social sciences, humanities, law, and medicine. Priority will be given to applicants whose research fits with the themes of the Sawyer Seminar and the Human Rights Initiative. For more information, please visit http://humanrights.wisc.edu/Programs.html. The applicant must have received his or her PhD between July 1, 2006 and June 30, 2010. The stipend for the postdoctoral fellowship is $40,000, plus benefits. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, current curriculum vitae, two letters of recommendation, and a representative writing sample. Also, candidates should provide a statement outlining their intended work during the fellowship. Applications must be post-marked by December 15, 2009. Applications and supporting materials should be sent to Scott Straus, Department of Political Science, 110 North Hall, 1050 Bascom Mall, UW-Madison, Madison, WI 53706.
Deadline: December 15, 2009
Title: Research Associate (Postdoctoral)
Contact_Department: Primate Research Center
Contact_Name_Address: Igor Slukvin
Contact_Email: islukvin@wisc.edu
Job_Duties: Post-doctoral position is opened at University of Wisconsin-Madison, for highly motivated scientists with doctoral training in hematopoiesis, or cellular and molecular biology. The overall goal of the project is to convert human pluripotent stem cells and somatic cells into hematopoietic (HSCs) through identification of genetic and epigenetic programs leading to formation of pre-HSCs and activation of self-renewal program in lineage-restricted cells. Specific duties include cell culture, induced pluripotent stem cell transfection, conditional gene expression, molecular cloning, microarray data analysis, and in vivo engraftment assay. You will have opportunity to work on cutting edge research and network with internationally renowned scientist within Wisconsin Stem Cell program including James Thomson (determinants of self-renewal and cellular reprogramming), Timothy Kamp (cardiac development from pluripotent stem cells), and Aseem Ansari (artificial transcription factors). Strong English speaking and writing skills are essential as well as a track record of peer reviewed publications. Applications, accompanied by a letter of intend, curriculum vitae, and list of references should be sent to Dr. Igor Slukvin (islukvin@wisc.edu).
Deadline: December 20, 2009
Title: Research Associate (Postdoctoral)
Contact_Department: Medicine
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Percent_Time: 100
Begin_EndDates: Immediate opening
Contact_Name_Address: Juan Jaume, MD, K4/530 CSC, 600 Highland Ave, Madison WI 53792
Contact_Phone: (608) 262-6123
Contact_Email: jcj@medicine.wisc.edu
Requirements: Ph.D., M.D. or equivalent Molecular biology and immunology experience required.
Job_Duties: We study pathogenesis of autoimmune endocrine diseases, in particular type 1 diabetes and thyroid diseases; working with animal models to help define mechanisms of disease and therapeutic options.Please submit CV and three references with phone numbers.
Deadline: December 31, 2009
Title: Research Associate (Postdoctoral)
Contact_Department: Physiology
Salary: $38,000 (0 years experience); $40,000+ (2 or more years experience)
Percent_Time: 100%
Begin_EndDates: immediately available
Contact_Name_Address: Hector H. Valdivia, MD, PhD Professor 601 Science dr Madison, Wi 53711
Contact_Phone: 608-265-5960
Contact_Email: valdivia@physiology.wisc.edu
Contact_Fax: 608-265-7821
Requirements: PhD required in any biological or physical sciences. Candidate must have good understanding of electrophysiology. Experience with animal and cellular experiments is desirable.
Job_Duties: The Valdivia Laboratory studies mechanisms that regulate calcium dynamics of cardiac, skeletal and smooth muscle cells, and their impact on muscle contraction. Selected individual will be specifically in charge of characterizing the mechanisms of calcium-dependent ventricular arrhythmias in transgenic mice that carry a mutation associated with ventricular tachycardia and sudden death in humans. Techniques that will be applied to this project and for which experience is desirable include patch-clamping of isolated ventricular cardiomyocytes, lipid bilayer reconstitution of ion channels, Langendorff perfusion of whole hearts, and radioligand binding assays, among others. The ideal candidate will be a productive, self-motivated individual with the ability to think critically. Strong basic laboratory skills and experience in the above techniques will definitively be a plus. Candidate will be asked to contribute to manuscripts and grant proposals, and to present data in national and international meetings, thus, good communication skills (verbal and written) are desirable.
Deadline: Dec 1, 2009
Title: Research Associate (Postdoctoral)
Contact_Department: Pathobiological Sciences
Salary: $40,000.00
Percent_Time: 100%
Begin_EndDates: Immediate opening
Contact_Name_Address: Judy Zimmerman 575 Science Drive Madison, WI 53711
Contact_Phone: 608-262-2019
Contact_Email: jlzimmerman3@wisc.edu
Contact_Fax: 608-262-9641
Requirements: PhD required in virology, microbiology, immunology or related field. Must have good skills in molecular biology. Experience with animal experiments and cell culture is desirable.
Job_Duties: The Kawaoka Laboratory studies negative-strand RNA viruses including highly pathogenic influenza viruses and ebolavirus. Our objective is to understand virus processes and how viruses interact with host cellular factors. In this way, we can help to develop better vaccines and anti-viral therapeutics. We are interested in adding two postdoctoral research associates: one to study the pathogenesis of influenza viruses; the other position will study ebolavirus using replication-incompetent ebolavirus. Please specify the area of interest in your application. Ideal candidates will be productive, self-motivated individuals with the ability to think critically. Strong basic laboratory skills and good technique are important. Individuals in these positions must present data in presentations and contribute to manuscripts and grant proposals. Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) are a plus. To be considered, candidates must be eligible for Select Agent clearance and be prepared to conduct research at biological safety level 3 (BSL3).
Deadline: December 31, 2009
Title: Research Associate (Postdoctoral)
Contact_Department: School of Medicine & Public Health, Dept of Pediatrics
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Percent_Time: 100%
Begin_EndDates: Immediate opening
Contact_Name_Address: James Gern MD, K4/918 CSC, 600 Highland Ave, Madison WI 53792-4018
Contact_Phone: 608-263-6201
Contact_Email: gern@medicine.wisc.edu
Contact_Fax: 608-265-2207
Requirements: Experience in primary cell culture and molecular virology is preferred. Candidates must have a PhD degree in virology, molecular biology or related areas, and must be authorized to work in the US (US citizen or Legal Permanent Resident). Highly motivated individuals with a recent PhD should send their CV, a short summary of research interest and contact information for three references to Dr. James Gern.
Job_Duties: A postdoctoral position is immediately available in the Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin-Madison to study the biological properties and molecular pathogenesis of the newly discovered human type C rhinoviruses. The project will involve mammalian cell culture, reverse genetic system, and molecular biology techniques such as real-time RT-PCR, cloning, and western blot.
Deadline: February 28, 2010
Title: Research Associate (Postdoctoral)
Contact_Department: Dept. of Biochemistry
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Percent_Time: 100%
Begin_EndDates: Negotiable
Contact_Name_Address: Margaret Clagett-Dame, PhD, Department of Biochemistry-CALS; Pharmaceutical Sciences Div.-School of Pharmacy; Room 241E Biochemistry Addn., 433 Babcock Drive, Madison, WI 53706
Contact_Phone: 262-3450
Contact_Email: dame@biochem.wisc.edu
Requirements: PhD in the biological sciences. Preference will be given to individuals with experience in pharmacology and toxicology and/or molecular biology, and those persons with experience and/or an interest in working with animals. Interested candidates should submit a curriculum vitae and the names of three references with email address and phone numbers to dame@biochem.wisc.edu.
Job_Duties: Postdoctoral position in Biochemistry to study the mechanism of action of novel retinoid analogs in the treatment of breast cancer. These analogs shrink tumors in vivo, and induce ER stress and apoptosis in cell culture. The effect of retinoid analogs on pathways leading to cell death will be studied in mammary tumors taken from DMBA-treated rats and other genetic tumor models after drug exposure. Tumor samples will be analyzed using PCR/microarray, immunohistochemistry and other biochemical methods. The individual will also participate in studies to determine whether the novel retinoid analogs show any teratogenic liability. This training opportunity will provide a high degree of independence. The successful candidate will design and perform experiments, write manuscripts, and present work at national meetings.
Deadline: December 31, 2009
Title: Research Associate (Postdoctoral)
Contact_Department: Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Percent_Time: 50-100%
Begin_EndDates: Negotiable
Contact_Name_Address: Nader Sheibani, PhD University of Wisconsin Department of Ophthalmology 600 Highland Avenue K6/458 CSC Madison, WI 53792-4673 http://ophth.wisc.edu/faculty/sheibani
Contact_Phone: 608-263-3345
Contact_Email: nsheibanikar@wisc.edu
Contact_Fax: 608-265-6021
Requirements: Ph.D. in cell and molecular biology. Prefer experience in cell and molecular biology, signal transduction, and microscopy. Experience working with mice would be desirable.
Job_Duties: Postdoctoral position available in the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences to study the basic mechanisms that regulate vascular cell function and angiogenesis. In vivo assays of ocular angiogenesis using various mouse models and in vitro vascular cell cultures are used. Options for translational research studies that examine products of various angiogenesis regulators in surgical samples from patients with various angiogenesis dependent eye diseases are also available.
Deadline: December 31, 2009
Title: Research Associate (Postdoctoral)
Contact_Department: Pediatrics
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Percent_Time: 100%
Begin_EndDates: Negotiable
Contact_Name_Address: Sinisa Dovat, M.D., D.Sc. H4/426 Clinical Science Center, 600 Highland Ave, Madison WI 53792-4108
Contact_Phone: 608-262-2415
Contact_Email: dovat@pediatrics.wisc.edu
Contact_Fax: 608-265-9721
Requirements: Ph.D. in Biological Sciences. Minimum 4 years of experience in molecular biology lab.
Job_Duties: Our laboratory is studying molecular mechanisms controlling the cell cycle and malignant transformation of hematopoietic cells. Ideally, applicants should have general knowledge of molecular/cellular biology techniques including: tissue culture, PCR amplification, plasmid preparation, restriction enzyme analysis, cloning, RNA and DNA isolation, transfection and Southern blot analysis. Other preferred techniques include: protein chemistry (protein purification) and confocal microscopy.
Deadline: June 30, 2010
Title: Research Associate (Postdoctoral)
Contact_Department: Medicine
Salary: commensurate with experience
Percent_Time: 100%
Begin_EndDates: as soon as possible/ negotiable
Contact_Name_Address: Anath Shalev, M.D. Associate Professor of Medicine Research Director Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Section University of Wisconsin-Madison H4/526 Clinical Science Center 600 Highland Avenue Madison, WI 53792
Contact_Email: as7@medicine.wisc.edu
Requirements: Ph.D. in cell biology, molecular biology, biochemistry or related field within the last two years.
Job_Duties: This post-doctoral position in the Department of Medicine offers outstanding candidates the opportunity to study highly molecular mechanisms, i.e. intracellular protein shuttling, mitochondrial biology, apoptosis signaling pathways, oxidative stress and transcriptional regulation of gene expression as they pertain to major health issues, i.e. diabetes, heart disease and cancer. Systems used include in vitro experiments, tissue culture, primary islets and a variety of mouse models. Successful candidates will join a dynamic team and will have a chance to become part of different fully funded projects as well as to develop their own line of experimentation. In addition to designing and performing experiments, candidates are expected to write manuscripts, present their work at meetings and assist with grant preparation. Please submit CV and three references with phone numbers.
Deadline: December 31, 2009
Title: Research Associate (Postdoctoral)
Contact_Department: School of Medicine & Public Health, Dept of Pediatrics
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Percent_Time: 100%
Begin_EndDates: Negotiable
Contact_Name_Address: Michael J. MacDonald, M.D. 3459 MSC, 1300 University Ave., Madison WI 53706-1510
Contact_Phone: 608-262-9300
Contact_Email: mjmacdon@pediatrics.wisc.edu
Contact_Fax: 608-262-9300
Requirements: Ph.D., M.D. or equivalent
Job_Duties: Study metabolic fuel-induced insulin stimulation in the pancreatic beta cell focusing on signals generated by mitochondrial anaplerosis. Research will address the analysis of metabolic products derived from fuel secretagogues in pancreatic insulin-producing cells. Will design methods and solve research problems using standard analysis of metabolic intermediates, carbohydrates, peptides or lipids in normal cells and cells with lowered levels of specific enzymes induced by RNAi. Specific duties will include tissue culture, column and thin layer chromatographic separation of metabolites, standard enzymatic metabolite assays, enzyme assays, radioisotope use, gel electrophoresis, Western blotting, standard molecular biology procedures and subcellular fractionation of rodent tissues and cell lines, collecting data, and computer-aided data analysis. Additional responsibilities will include assisting in writing of manuscripts and grants and publishing in peer-reviewed journals. Additional duties as requested by the principal investigator.
Deadline: December 31, 2009
Title: Research Associate (Postdoctoral)
Contact_Department: School of Medicine & Public Health, Dept of Pediatrics
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Percent_Time: 100%
Begin_EndDates: Negotiable
Contact_Name_Address: Anna Huttenlocher, M.D. 4205 Microbial Sciences Bldg. 1550 Linden Dr, Madison WI 53706-1521
Contact_Phone: 608-265-4642
Contact_Email: huttenlocher@wisc.edu
Contact_Fax: 608-262-8418
Requirements: Ph.D. in cell and molecular biology. Prefer experience in cell and molecular biology, cell signaling, microscopy. Experience working with zebrafish would be a plus.
Job_Duties: Postdoctoral position available in the Department of Medical Microbiology to study the basic mechanisms that regulate cell migration and chemotaxis. In vivo assays of cell motility using zebrafish are also used. Options for translational research studies that examine leukocyte migration defects in patients with immunodeficiencies or autoimmune disorders are also available.
Deadline: June 30, 2010