Postdoc Opportunity: Columbia University Genome Rearrangement, Epigenetics, and Non-Coding RNA

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Postdoc Opportunity: Columbia University Genome Rearrangement, Epigenetics, and Non-coding RNA COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY IN THE CITY OF NEW YORK Postdoctoral Research positions are available in our new lab overlooking the Hudson River in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biophysics, with a research focus on Genome Rearrangements, Epigenetics, Chromatin, Genome Evolution, Transposons, and Non-coding RNAs. Laura Landweber is seeking to hire postdoctoral researchers to study the mechanism of scrambled gene and genome rearrangements in the ciliate Oxytricha, particularly the role of non-coding RNAs. ReQuirements: PhD in molecular biology or relevant field. Strong experimental training, experience, and publications from the Ph.D., ability to work independently and creatively, as well as collaboratively and strong research and written/oral communication skills are necessary. Note that these full-time positions are primarily for experimentalists. This is a one-year initial appointment with the opportunity for renewal. Funding is available for longer. Please email [email protected] to apply. Include a cover letter, CV, statement of research interests and email addresses for three references. Application review will begin immediately; start date is flexible. The Landweber lab has a strong commitment to diversity and to supporting its students, postdocs, and alumni at all career stages. Many lab alumni have received tenure in academic positions (10) or chosen other successful options. Conference participation is encouraged throughout the postdoc period, as part of training for a scientific career. The Landweber lab is located at Columbia University Medical Center in the Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biophysics, with joint appointments in Biological Sciences and Systems Biology. Laura Landweber Professor of Biochemistry & Molecular Biophysics and of Biological Sciences Columbia University 701 W. 168th St. New York, NY 10032 212-305-3898 biology.columbia.edu/people/landweber .

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