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A postdoctoral position is now available in the Department of Ophthalmology at the Indiana University School of Medicine. Our research focuses on retinal cell biology, with the goal of discovering small-molecule therapies for photoreceptor degenerative disorders. To elucidate disease mechanisms, we genetically dissect the processes of photoreceptor morphogenesis and maintenance in vertebrate animals. Our laboratory has pioneered real-time imaging of proteins and small molecules within the retina and leverages state-of-the-art confocal, multiphoton, and super-resolution microscopy techniques. Additionally, our research heavily relies on tissue culture systems to biochemically study the components required for photoreceptor morphogenesis and maintenance.

The successful applicant is expected to be highly independent and capable of designing experiments and conducting hypothesis-driven research projects. Candidates should have a strong background in cell biology, molecular biology, or biochemistry. Knowledge of fluorescence microscopy is advantageous but not required. Salary will be commensurate with experience and will adhere to current Indiana University School of Medicine guidelines.

The Indiana University School of Medicine is committed to being an institution that reflects the diversity of the learners we teach and the patient populations we serve. We uphold the values of equity and inclusion that inform academic excellence. We seek candidates whose work contributes to equitable and inclusive learning and working environments for our learners, staff, and faculty. We invite individuals who will join us in our mission to improve health equity and well-being for all across the state of Indiana.

Those interested in the position should send their CV or resume to Dr. Yoshikazu Imanishi at: yimanish[at]iu.edu　*Please replace [at] with @ when addressing Emails

JREC-IN : https://jrecin.jst.go.jp/seek/SeekJorDetail/Changelang?id=D124061812&lang=1

Detailed information: https://www.riken.jp/en/careers/researchers/20240813_3/index.html

●Job title
Research Scientist or Postdoctoral Researcher: 1 position

Postdoctoral Researcher is defined as those with a doctoral degree of 5 years or less. Research Scientist is defined as those with a doctoral degree of more than 5 years.

●Job description
Research related to the organoid development such as lung, spinal chord, and kidney and control organoid architecture by providing spatial information to the cells.

1.Development of methods to control spatial-temporal environment to provide cells with spatial cues.

2.Development of higher order of organogenesis with asymmetric pattern.

The job description may be changed during the contract period or upon contract renewal to the extent described above.

●Qualification
Those with a Ph.D. or expected to obtain one before starting the position in a field broadly related to the 'job description' (or those with equivalent research abilities and background) who can communicate smoothly and cooperatively with collaborators both inside and outside the laboratory.

●Work location
RIKEN Kobe Branch, East Area (6-7-1 Minatojima-minamimachi, Chuou-ku, Kobe 650-0047)

RIKEN has implemented a work-from-home system. Employees can work from home in accordance with the prescribed procedures.
RIKEN may order the employee to change work locations, if necessary.

●Deadline
Open until the position is filled

●Start of Employment
As early as possible

●Contact Information
RIKEN Cluster of Pioneering Research
Human Biomimetic System RIKEN Hakubi Research Team
Email: masaya.hagiwara [at] riken.jp
For inquiries, please send an email.

Dr. Baohong Zhao's laboratory at Cornell University Medical School, an Ivy League university in Manhattan, New York, is recruiting two postdoctoral fellows with full scholarships ($72,000/year) and a visiting PhD student (stipend $30,000/year).
Two NIH funded postdoctoral positions and a visiting PhD student position are immediately available in the laboratory of Dr. Zhao (https://baohongzhaolab.com; https://gradschool.weill.cornell.edu/faculty/baohong-zhao, https://www.hss.edu/research-staff_zhao-baohong.asp) at the Hospital for Special Surgery, Weill Medical College of Cornell University in the upper east side, Manhattan, New York City.

Dr. Zhao obtained her PhD degree in Japan and established her lab in US. Dr. Zhao’s lab has had a few very successful Japanese trainees. She welcomes and is pleased to work with Japanese trainees.

The postdoctoral fellows and students can choose projects from the below two directions:

1) Identification, function and regulation of bone marrow skeletal stem/progenitors in physiological and pathological settings;
Recent publication: Bone marrow AdipoQ-lineage progenitors are a major cellular source of M-CSF that dominates bone marrow macrophage development, osteoclastogenesis and bone mass. eLife, 2023;12:e82118. PMID: 36779851

2) Inflammatory regulation of macrophage polarization and differentiation into osteoclasts in osteoimmunology field, an exciting interdisciplinary research field linking bone biology and immune system.
Recent publication: TGFβ reprograms TNF stimulation of macrophages towards a non-canonical pathway driving inflammatory osteoclastogenesis. Nature Communications, 2022; 13(1), 3920. PMID: 35798734

• We apply cutting edge cellular and molecular techniques including RNAseq, ATACseq, ChIPseq and scRNAseq, and use various genetic mouse models to accomplish the study.
• Relevant publications: Nature Medicine, 15 (9):1066-71, 2009; Journal of Experimental Medicine, 209(2):319-34, 2012; Journal of Clinical Investigation, 124 (11):5057-73, 2014; Nature Communications, 9(1):4108, 2018; eLife, 2020; 9: e59659; Nature Communications, 13:3920, 2022; eLife, 2023 Feb 13;12:e82118.
• The qualified candidate must have a recent Ph.D. (or a PhD student with 1-2 year experience) and/or M.D. in molecular and cellular biology, immunology, bone biology or a related field and have at least one first author research article.
• Expertise in cellular and molecular techniques, such as Cloning, ChIP, IP, FACS, confocal microscopy and histology/immunofluorescence staining, as well as genetic mutant mouse breeding are required. Candidates with experience and interest in bioinformatics analysis, such as RNAseq analysis and/or analysis of scRNAseq using Seurat, are preferred. Fluent English communication skills are required. High level of motivation, problem-solving ability, responsibility, and independence are expected.
• PhD candidates expected graduation soon are welcome to apply.
• The salary for these postdoctoral fellows plus housing supplement is in the range of $72,000, and an excellent benefit package (Medical and Dental insurances, relocation support (air ticket), retirement plans, yearly conference trip and retreats) are available.

Full applications including CV, career goals, three references (names and contact information) and expected availability date should be submitted via email to:

Baohong Zhao, DMD, PhD
Associate Professor
Department of Medicine, Weill Medical College of Cornell University
Associate Scientist, Hospital for Special Surgery
Director of the laboratory of Pathological Bone Metabolism and Osteoimmunology
535 E70th Street, New York, NY10021 USA
Email: zhaob[at]hss.edu *Replace [at] to @