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Vol. XXXXII, No. 1 |
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Faculty Positions
The Department of Environmental and Radiological Health Sciences (ERHS) invites applications for a 9-month tenure track, faculty position at the assistant professor level in the area of radiological physics. ERHS is a multidisciplinary department with academic degree programs in Radiological Health Sciences (Health Physics, Radiation Cancer Biology/Oncology, Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging) and Environmental Health (Epidemiology, Industrial Hygiene, Toxicology). The health physics program at CSU is one of only five ABET accredited Masters Programs. The successful candidate will possess a Ph.D. (or equivalent) from an accredited university, and certification by the American Board of Health Physics is expected when the person becomes eligible. Additional consideration will be given to candidates who possess knowledge and experience in operational health physics, radiation protection or dosimetry that enhance existing programs in health physics, radiation cancer biology, diagnostic imaging and radiation oncology. The candidate will be expected to teach courses at the graduate level, including classroom lectures and laboratory courses, and may also provide lectures related to radiological sciences in undergraduate environmental health courses. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a vigorous, externally funded research program and serve as a mentor and advisor for graduate students. The department encourages both basic and applied research initiatives that compliment existing programs and explore new areas related to the mission of the department (see http://www.cvmbs.colostate.edu/erhs/). Candidates should submit a CV; a statement of professional goals, including research and teaching interests; and the name, address, phone number, and email address of three references. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Priority will be given to complete applications received by December 1, 2009. All applications should be forwarded electronically to: Ms. Julie Asmus, Search Coordinator, Environmental and Radiological Health Sciences, Colorado State University (Julie.Asmus@colostate.edu). CSU is an EEO/AA employer. CSU conducts background checks on all final candidates.
Research Scientist. Individual with advanced degree in biology or related subject with substantial research experience to participate in a NASA funded program project to determine cancer risk from low and high LET ionizing radiation exposure. Candidate should have demonstrated knowledge of tissue biology and expertise in techniques characterizing cells within tissue, e. g, microscopy, immunohistochemistry, in vivo imaging. Expertise in bioinformatics, microscopy or image analysis is desired. Primary responsibility for executing animal experiments including surgery, treatments, tissue harvest, preparation, acquisition and analysis of images of immunohistochemistry and, development of methodology as needed, and maintaining all records. Entails considerable interactions with other investigators conducting additional analysis of experimental specimens and supervision of staff and postdoctoral fellows. Participate in interpreting, preparing and presenting data and in weekly lab meetings, seminars and breast cancer interest groups. Candidate must be willing to travel for periods up to 2 weeks to fulfill experimental requirements. Applicants should submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, a statement of research interests, and three letters of recommendation electronically to Dr. Mary Helen Barcellos-Hoff, Director, Radiation Biology, Department of Radiation Oncology, New York University School of Medicine at mhbarcellos-hoff@nyumc.org. Tenure-track Faculty
Position in Radiobiology - Radiotherapy - Radiation Physics, Université de
Sherbrooke. The
Department of Nuclear Medicine and Radiobiology seeks a highly qualified
applicant for a tenure-track appointment as an Assistant/Associate/Full
professor. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to establish
and run an independent research program and obtain peer-reviewed funding in
the general field of radio-oncology. A commitment to translational research
is desirable but not imperative. Candidates will have a Ph.D. and at least
some post-doctoral experience. The successful candidate will also be expected
to contribute to the teaching /mentoring activities of the department. The
Université de Sherbrooke offers generous start-up funds, a junior chair from
the Canada Foundation for Innovation, quality laboratory space, and the opportunity
to collaborate with both researchers in fundamental fields and
radio-oncologists. The position provides the opportunity to work in a highly
multidisciplinary group, interacting with biologists, chemists, physicists,
computer scientists, and radiation oncologists to further improve the
efficiency of cancer treatment by radiotherapy. Please forward curriculum
vitae, contact information for references, and a brief statement including
accomplishments, current and proposed research objectives, and plans to
emerge as a leader in chosen area to: Professor, Center for
Medical Countermeasures Against Radiological Terrorism, Medical College of
Wisconsin. The
Department of Radiation Oncology seeks a highly-qualified applicant for a
tenure-eligible appointment as a Professor. The successful candidate will
serve as Associate Director of the NIH-funded Medical College of Wisconsin
Center for Medical Countermeasures Against Radiological Terrorism (MCW CMCRT).
Health Scientist
Administrator, National Cancer Institute, NIH. The candidates of these positions will serve
as Program Directors in the Radiation Research Program (RRP), Division of Cancer
Treatment and Diagnosis, National Cancer Institute. The RRP encompasses
the planning, administration, evaluation, and coordination of extramural NCI
radiation-related research in the areas of biological effects, diagnosis, and
treatment. The types of research funded in RRP cover the spectrum from
physics and chemistry to biology to clinical studies to health disparities
programs. For more information on RRP, please visit: http://www3.cancer.gov/rrp/.
The position description is available at the official website. Associate
Professor/Professor Tenure Track Radiobiology Faculty, Loyola University. The Department of Radiation Oncology
at Loyola University Chicago (LUC) Stritch School of Medicine seeks a
distinguished scholar with expertise in the areas of cancer/radiation biology
at the Associate Professor or Professor level. The successful candidate must
possess a research record that is appropriate for a tenured appointment
including but not limited to authorship in industry publications and peer
reviewed journals, presentations at national meetings and grant funding for
research initiatives. It is expected that the successful candidate
participate actively in residency and educational programs along with serving
on departmental and university committees. It is also expected that the
successful candidate keep a working laboratory that is funded extramurally
for research on subjects related to radiation and/or cancer biology. Based in
the western suburbs of Chicago, Loyola University Health System is a
quaternary care system with a 61 acre main medical center campus and 14
primary and specialty care facilities in Cook, Will and DuPage counties. The
medical center campus is conveniently located in Maywood, 13 miles west of
the Chicago Loop and 8 miles east of Oak Brook, IL. The heart of the medical
center campus, Loyola University Hospital, is a 589 licensed bed facility
currently undergoing a significant expansion project. It houses a Level 1
Trauma Center, a Burn Center and the Ronald McDonald® Children’s Hospital of
Loyola University Medical Center. Also on campus are the Cardinal Bernardin
Cancer Center, Loyola Outpatient Center, Center for Heart & Vascular
Medicine and Loyola Oral Health Center as well as the Loyola University
Chicago Stritch School of Medicine, the Niehoff School of Nursing and the
Loyola Center for Health & Fitness. The Department of Radiation Oncology
consists of two primary treatment facilities ½ mile apart on common ground,
treating approximately 1,200 patients annually. Salary will be commensurate
with experience. Please send a letter of interest, current curriculum vitae,
and the names of three references to: Bahman Emami, MD, Chairman of Radiation
Oncology, Loyola University Medical Center Campus, 2160 S. First Ave, Bldg
105, Rm 2932, Maywood, IL 60153, F (708) 216-4498 Academic Senior Radiation
Biologist, Indiana University School of Medicine. The Department of Radiation Oncology,
Indianapolis, Indiana is seeking a senior Ph.D. radiation biologist with at
least 12 years of experience in an academi c radiation oncology department
and a proven track record of research in mechanisms of radiation-induced
carcinogenesis in human cells, proton and high LET particle radiobiology,
stereotactic large fraction radiobiology, and experimental therapeutics for
the position of Professor of Radiation Oncology with tenure. The candidate
must also have a minimum of 12 years of experience in teaching Radiation and
Cancer Biology to undergraduates, radiation oncology residents, and fellows
as part of an accredited radiation oncology residency and radiation therapy
technology programs. The candidate will be a senior leader in the division of
Radiation and Cancer biology and act as the research liaison between the
biology, clinical, and medical physics divisions. A Ph.D. in
biophysics/radiation biology in required. The department has active basic
science, translational and clinical programs in gynecological, prostate and
breast external beam and brachytherapy, pediatric radiotherapy, intensity
modulated radiotherapy, Gamma knife radiosurgery, and a developing
partnership with the proton radiotherapy program. Stereotactic body radiation
therapy has also been a major research thrust of the department. Scheduled to
be completed in late 2008, Indiana University is currently building a new
multi-million dollar hospital dedicated to cancer care and research.
Adjoining the current Department of Radiation Oncology, this hospital will
add two new treatment vaults and new technologies to expand our reputation as
a state of the art facility. The IU School of Medicine and the associated
hospitals of Clarian Health- Methodist, IU, and Riley hospital for Children-
are located in the heart of Indianapolis, Indiana, Americas 12th largest city
with 1.7 million people. Indianapolis is the perfect mix of big-city
sophistication and genuine Hoosier hospitality. With its arts, culture,
sporting events, history and heritage, Indianapolis is the best-kept secret!
To learn more about this excellent opportunity contact: James Morphis, II,
MD, Chair and William A. Mitchell Professor, IU Radiation Oncology, 535
Barnhill Drive, RT 041, Indianapolis, IN 46204; jmorphis@iupui.edu. Free Radical and Radiation
Biology Program Faculty; University of Iowa.. The University of Iowa is seeking a faculty
position in biology to join the Free Radical and Radiation Biology Program
(FRRBP) within the Department of Radiation Oncology. This position can be
either an associate (pre-tenure track) or assistant professor (tenure track)
faculty position. Responsibilities will include establishing a successful
extramurally supported research program, establishing a record of scholarship
on the national and international level, and teaching in the graduate and
residency training programs. The qualified individual will have a Ph.D. or
equivalent degree in an associated field. The successful candidate will join
a biology division of five faculty members focusing on basic and
translational science in Free Radical and Radiation Biology in the Department
of Radiation Oncology, which includes seven clinical physicians and six
medical physicists. The FRRBP is a Ph.D. granting program and experience with
teaching and mentoring responsibilities is highly desirable. University of
Iowa is located on the rolling hills along the Iowa River in Iowa City, where
the excitement and energy of a Big Ten University town is balanced with an
affordable community with many cultural and recreational amenities.
Interested applicants should submit curriculum vitae to John Buatti, M.D. at
the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Department of Radiation
Oncology, 200 Hawkins Drive, Iowa City, Iowa 52242. The University of Iowa is
an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. Women and minorities are
strongly encouraged to apply. Physician Scientist In
Radiation/Tumor Cell Resistance; University of Miami. The University of Miami Miller School of
Medicine is seeking a Physician Scientist M.D./Ph.D. to join the Sylvester
Comprehensive Cancer Center’s Dept. of Radiation Oncology in the area of
tumor cell resistance. Approximately 80% of the scientist’s time will be in
laboratory endeavors for the center’s Molecular Targets and Developmental
Therapeutics Research Program. The department and center are committed to
mentorship for this position. Research into tumor microvasculature,
mechanisms of tumor cell resistance, and pro-survival signaling pathways
(e.g. the PI3K/Akt/FOXO axis) are areas considered. The remaining 20% of the
time will be in clinical Radiation Oncology in one of UM/Sylvester’s 15 site
disease groups. This person also will play an integral role in the Dept. of
Radiation Oncology’s ACGME accredited residency program. Position is on the
Clinician Educator track, and compensation is commensurate with experience.
Startup package will include lab space and equipment as well as postdoctoral
support for 3 years at which time extra-mural funding is anticipated. Must
have or be eligible for Florida medical license. Please forward your CV to Associate Professor or
Professor, Tenure Track Radiobiology Faculty, Department of Radiation Oncology,
University of California, San Francisco. The Department of Radiation Oncology at UCSF
is recruiting a highly experienced and established Radiobiologist as an
Associate Professor or Professor with tenure in the Ladder Rank Series. The
candidate will maintain an active laboratory research program with extramural
funding on subjects related to radiation biology and/or cancer biology,
including mechanisms of DNA damage and repair, mechanism of cell death,
signal transduction pathways involved in the cellular response to ionizing
radiation, and mutagenesis and carcinogenesis resulting from ionizing
radiation. Professional competence must be demonstrated through publication
in peer-reviewed journals, presentation at national and international
meetings, and active interest and competence in research areas relevant to
radiation oncology and radiobiology. The candidate will serve on departmental
committees and university-wide committees. Candidates must have demonstrated
a dedication to teaching, and will be involved in teaching radiation and
cancer biology to medical and physics residents in the Department of
Radiation Oncology, and train student and post-graduate researchers in
subjects relevant to radiation/cancer biology. Salary is open to negotiation.
Applicants should contact: Daphne Haas-Kogan, M.D., Department of Radiation
Oncology, University of California, San Francisco, 1600 Divisadero Street,
Suite H-1031, San Francisco, CA 94143-1708 or e-mail: dhaaskogan@radonc.ucsf.edu. Assistant Professor,
Associate Professor, or Professor In Residence, Radiobiology Faculty,
Department of Radiation Oncology, University of California, San Francisco. The Department of Radiation Oncology
at UCSF is recruiting two Radiobiologists at the Assistant Professor,
Associate Professor, or Professor level in the In Residence Series. The
candidate(s) will maintain active laboratory research programs with
extramural funding on subjects related to radiation biology and/or cancer
biology, including mechanisms of DNA damage and repair, mechanism of cell
death, signal transduction pathways involved in the cellular response to
ionizing radiation, and mutagenesis and carcinogenesis resulting from
ionizing radiation. Professional competence must be demonstrated through
publication in peer-reviewed journals, presentation at national and
international meetings, and active interest and competence in research areas
relevant to radiation oncology and radiobiology. The candidate(s) will serve
on departmental committees and university-wide committees. The candidate(s)
will be involved in teaching radiation and cancer biology to medical and
physics residents in the Department of Radiation Oncology, and train student
and post-graduate researchers in subjects relevant to radiation/cancer
biology. Salary is open to negotiation. Applicants should contact: John
Murnane, Ph.D., Department of Radiation Oncology Research Laboratories,
University of California, San Francisco, 1855 Folsom Street, MCB 200, San
Francisco, CA 94143-0806 or e-mail: jmurnane@radonc.ucsf.edu.
Director of Physics, Indiana
University. The Indiana
University School of Medicine invites applicants for the position of Director
of Physics in the Department of Radiation Oncology. This is a full-time tenured-track
faculty position. Minimum of a Ph.D. and 8 years of experience at a senior
level in an academic medical physics setting is required. The successful
candidate will be a demonstrated leader with the experience, skills and
commitment to build a nationally recognized, high quality clinical, and
academic physics program. A proven track record of attracting extramural
funding is also required. Academic rank and remuneration will be at a level
commensurate with experience and qualifications. Scheduled to be completed in
2008, Indiana University and Clarian are currently building a new
multi-million dollar hospital dedicated to cancer care and research.
Adjoining the current Radiation Oncology department, this hospital will add
two new treatment vaults and new technologies to expand our reputation as a
state of the art facility. Collaboration with the Midwest Proton Radiotherapy
Institute is actively in development and multiple opportunities in developing
clinical physics outreach exist. The hospitals of Clarian Health- Methodist,
IU, and Riley hospital for Children- are located in the heart of
Indianapolis, Indiana, Americas 12th largest city with 1.7 million people.
Indianapolis is the perfect mix of big-city sophistication and genuine
Hoosier hospitality. With its arts, culture, sporting events, history and
heritage, Indianapolis is the best-kept secret! Group Leaders, Radiobiology
Initiative at the University of Oxford. Applicants for Group Leader positions
(equivalent to Assistant or Associate Professor appointments in the USA or
Canada) are sought. A generous package of salary and research funding is
available. We are currently seeking to recruit scientists with interests in imaging
in vivo and in DNA damage signalling, but scientists specialising in any
field related to radiation biology are encouraged to apply. Candidates should
hold a PhD, MD, or equivalent qualification, and have an outstanding
publication record. Assistant/Associate Professor,
Radiation Oncology, Duke University Medical Center. The Department of Radiation Oncology at Duke
University seeks an investigator (M.D., Ph.D., M.D./Ph.D, D.V.M.) whose
research activities will complement and further develop an already active translational
research program in cancer biology/radiation oncology. The preference
will be given to the candidates having expertise in the area of
molecular/functional imaging. The successful candidate will have the
opportunity to become a member of the NCI designated Duke Comprehensive
Cancer Center and participate in both basic science and translational
oncology research programs.. Applicants should send a curriculum vitae,
a statement of research accomplishments including future plans, and names of
at least four references to: Zeljko Vujaskovic, M.D., Ph.D. Chair,
Search Committee, Department of Radiation Oncology, Duke University
Medical Center, Durham, NC 27710 or by email in PDF format to vujas@radonc.duke.edu. Faculty Position, Radiation
Oncology, Virginia Commonwealth University. A non-tenure track faculty position is open in
the Department of Radiation Oncology. The successful applicant will have
expertise in molecular biology and ionizing radiation-activable signal
transduction pathways with specific interests in ERBB receptor signaling and
expertise in isolating native complexes of ERBB receptors. A Ph.D. in Biology
or related field is required. Interested candidates should send a CV and
three references to: Ross Mikkelsen, Ph.D., c/o Susan Kelly, Department of
Radiation Oncology, Virginia Commonwealth University, P.O. Box 980058,
Richmond, VA 23298-0058. e:mail: swkelly@vcu.edu
Fax: (804) 828-6042. VCU is an EEO/AA Employer. Women, minorities, and
persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Radio-chemist/pharmacist, University of Texas Southwestern Medical
Center at Dallas. Immediate opening for experienced individual with interest in
developing radionuclide approaches for imaging. The candidate will integrate
in a multi disciplinary team focused on development of novel methods for
assessing tumor development and predicting response to therapy (Prognostic
Radiology). The team is funded though grants from the National Cancer
Institute and Department of Defense Breast and Prostate Cancer Initiatives.
Appointment will be commensurate with skills and experience (Faculty or post
doc level). Further information from Ralph Mason, Ph.D., C. Chem. or Padmakar
Kulkarni, Ph.D. The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at
Dallas, Tel: 214-648-8926 Or Email: Ralph.Mason@UTSouthwestern.edu
Web info: http://cip.swmed.edu/ICMIC/.
UTSW is an equal opportunity employer.
In addition, the applicant will be encouraged to write
grants and compete for post-doctoral fellowship from DOD/NASA/NIH/NRC. Minimum Qualifications (Essential Requirements): Post Doctoral Fellow. Individual within three years of
receiving their Ph.D. in cell biology or molecular biology, or M.D
degree in pathology or related subject, to conduct basic science research
under the direction of the principal investigator. Principle areas of
research include radiation carcinogenesis, stromal-epithelial interactions,
TGFβ biology and mechanisms of response to low and high dose ionizing
radiation. The fellow will design and implement experiments using
mouse mammary gland and human mammary epithelial cells models. Fellows are
responsible for maintaining accurate records, data analysis, preparation for
scientific publication and presentation at seminars or meetings. This
position is meant to provide additional research and scholarly training in
preparation for a position in academia, industry, or government.
Applicants should submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, a statement
of research interests, and three letters of recommendation electronically to
Dr. Mary Helen Barcellos-Hoff, Director, Radiation Biology, Department of
Radiation Oncology, New York University School of Medicine at mhbarcellos-hoff@nyumc.org. Gilbert Beebe Radiation Fellowship in
honor of Dr. Beebe’s remarkable career in radiation epidemiology and
statistics. The recipient will work at the Radiation Epidemiology Branch,
National Cancer Institute and the Radiation Effects Research Foundation (RERF)
in Hiroshima, Japan on research related to the atomic bomb survivors and
other radiation topics. The fellowship is intended for mid to senior level
epidemiologists or biostatisticians and allows great flexibility in working
arrangements. The fellowship will typically be for 4 months and will include
travel to RERF. The recipient will be supported by the National Academy of
Sciences. For further information, contact: Dr. Daniela Stricklin, Program
Officer, Board on Radiation Effects Research, National Academy of Sciences
(202) 334-2847; Email: dstricklin@nas.edu. This fellowship is sponsored by
Department of Energy, National Academy of Sciences, National Cancer Institute
(National Institutes of Health, Department of Health and Human Services), and
the Radiation Effects. Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Radiation Research at Lawrence Berkeley
National Laboratory. A postdoctoral fellowship is available
to study the biological effects of different radiation qualities on mammalian
tissues. A variety of experimental approaches will be employed in the
research including three-dimensional cultures of esophageal cells,
fluorescence activated cell sorting (FACS), confocal microscopy, and other
molecular biology approaches. The successful candidate will be able to travel
two times per year to Brookhaven National Lab for high-LET radiation
experiments. Candidates should have a doctoral degree and research experience
in radiation biology, and some experience with flow cytometry. Please apply
on-line at: http://cjo.lbl.gov/LBNLCareers/details.asp?jid=22061&p=1. Applications should include curriculum
vitae and the names and email addresses of three references. LBL is a
AA/EEO employer, dedicated to creating a diverse workforce. Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Radiation Research, New Jersey Medical School. A
postdoctoral fellowship is available to study the biological effects of
nonuniform distributions of radioactivity in mammalian tissue. A
variety of experimental approaches are employed in the research including
three dimensional cultures of cells, traditional cell survival assays, flow
cytometry, fluorescence activated cell sorting (FACS), confocal microscopy,
and in vivo models. The successful candidate will have ample opportunity to
interact with other students and post-doctoral fellows in a dynamic group
studying the effects of low doses of HZE particles and low-LET ionizing
radiation. Candidates should have a doctoral degree and research experience
in radiation sciences, preferably with radioactive materials. Please
send CV and a list of at least three references to: Roger W. Howell,
Ph.D., Professor of Radiology, MSB F-451, UMDNJ - New Jersey Medical School,
185 S. Orange Ave., Newark, NJ, 07103, USA. rhowell@umdnj.edu. Post-Doctoral Positions, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. Post-doctoral
positions are available at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, to study
the repair of ionizing radiation induced DNA strand breaks. The laboratory is
focused on the mechanism of activation of the ATM protein kinase in cells
exposed to ionizing radiation. Previous studies from the lab have shown that
the Tip60 histone acetyltransferase (HAT) acetylates ATM, and that this
acetylation is the initiating event for activating ATM’s kinase activity.
Current work in the laboratory is focused on the role of chromatin structure,
including histone modifications and chromatin remodeling complexes in
regulating activation of Tip60 and ATM at DNA double-strand breaks. Other
projects include investigation of the structure of the ATM protein, including
identification of domains on ATM which mediate dimerization and elucidating
the crystal structure of ATM’s kinase domain. Published expertise with
chromatin structure, histone modification, ChIP assays or protein
purification is required. Applications to Dr. B.D. Price, Division of Genomic
Stability and DNA Repair, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, by e-mail, at brendan_price@dfci.harvard.edu Equal Opportunity Employer. Postdoctoral Fellowship, University Medical Center Groningen, University
of Groningen, The Netherlands. Postdoctoral Fellowship
at the University Medical Center Groningen, University of Groningen, The
Netherlands, Departments of Radiation Oncology and Cell Biology, section of
Radiation and Stress Cell Biology, in the Normal Tissue Damage group of Dr.
R.P. Coppes. www.umcg.nl. During radiotherapy the tolerance of
normal tissue limits the treatment dose to the tumour and hence cure rates.
The lung is especially radiosensitive. This project will investigate
mechanism behind the occurrence and severity of pulmonary complications after
thoracic irradiation. The pathophysiologic alterations, influx, bone marrow
derived stem cells and humoral factors involved will be investigated using
functional studies, in vivo imaging (animal PET/CT) as well as using
molecular and immuno-histochemical approaches. The position is financed by a
grant of the Dutch Cancer Society (NKB/KWF). The vacancy is the product of a
close collaboration with regard to translational research of the Departments
of Cell Biology (section Radiation & Stress Cell Biology) and Radiation
Oncology of the University Medical Center Groningen and the University of
Groningen. The daily activities will mainly take place at the department of
Cell Biology. The position – The candidate must be a highly motivated
post-doc with a background in (medical)biology and an interest in the
fundamental and clinical aspects of cancer treatment. We aim to unravel the
mechanism of and to develop protocols for clinical applicable modulators to
reduce radiation damage to the lung. The post-doc will be expected to set up,
perform and analyse the response of irradiated tissue material and to
investigate pathways which interfere with the radiation response to reduce
radiation damage to the lung. Major activities (in collaboration with other
investigators) will be the execution of the experiments and publishing them
in high-quality international journals. The candidate is also expected to
(co)supervise some (PhD) students. UMCG offers attractive career perspectives
for broadly-trained, talented post-docs, who have a strong interest in
multidisciplinary research. Additional information about the vacancy can be
obtained from: Dr. R.P. Coppes, Telephone number: +31 50 363 27 09, E-mail
address: r.p.coppes@med.umcg.nl, Dr. P.van Luijk, Telephone number: +31
50 3611739, E-mail address: p.van.luijk@rt.umcg.nl Postdoctoral Fellowship, University of Maryland School of Medicine
Department of Radiation Oncology. The Radiation Oncology
Research Laboratory at the University of Maryland School of Medicine is
currently recruiting a postdoctoral fellow for one open position. Studies
will evaluate dose rate and radiation quality effects on the direct effects
of irradiation and on the indirect effect of irradiation observed in the
progeny of the irradiated cell and in bystander cells. Additional studies
will evaluate the role of epigenetics in delayed genomic instability and
bystander effects following radiation exposure. This project will utilize
techniques to evaluate DNA damage, chromosomal instability and mutation rates
(e.g. FISH, MN assays, gH2AX, ROS). In addition to molecular biology
techniques, cell culture and fluorescence microscopy techniques will be
heavily utilized. This project will require travel to the NASA Space
Radiation Laboratory at Brookhaven National Laboratory to irradiate cells and
conduct experiments as many as three times per year. The candidate must be
able to contribute to the writing of original scientific papers for
publication in peer-reviewed journals, interact and collaborate with other
personnel in the laboratory and in the department and supervise technicians
or graduate students. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in molecular biology,
biochemistry or a related field and less than 5 years of postdoctoral
experience. Salary is commensurate with research experience. To apply, submit
a cover letter, curriculum vitae, bibliography, and names of three references
to: Janet E. Baulch, Ph.D., University of Maryland, Baltimore, Department of
Radiation Oncology, 655 W. Baltimore St., BRB 7-002, Baltimore, MD 21201 or
email: radjob@rorl.umaryland.edu. Postdoctoral Scholars, University of California, Irvine. The
Department of Radiation Oncology at the University of California, Irvine has
openings for 2 postdoctoral scholars who will be responsible for
investigating the radiation and oxidative stress responses of neural and
embryonic stem cells. Research will involve extensive use of in vitro and in
vivo models whereby pluri/multipotent cells are grown and analyzed for their
capability to proliferate, differentiate and functionally integrate upon implantation
into specific neurogenic sites within the rodent brain. Additional projects
will involve elucidating the response of neural stem cells to very low doses
of X rays and heavy ions to determine how these radiation modalities
compromise the function of these cells in vitro and in vivo. The successful
candidate should have hands on experience in the manipulation of stem cells
and be familiar with procedures involving a range of surgical procedures with
rodents (both rats and mice). Desirable skills include experience in the
growth and characterization of human embryonic stem cells and in stereotactic
implantation procedures. Knowledge of oxidative biochemistry and radiation
biology would be advantageous. Positions are available for 2–4 years and are currently
funded by the California Institute of Regenerative Medicine (CIRM), the
American Cancer Society (ACS), the Department of Energy (DOE) and NASA.
Salary will be commensurate with experience. Under Federal Law, the
University of California may employ only individuals who are legally
authorized to work in the United States as established by providing documents
specified in the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Send Curriculum
Vitae to: Dr. Charles Limoli, Department of Radiation Oncology, University of
California, Medical Sciences I, Room B-149, Irvine, California
92697-2695. Email: climoli@uci.edu. The University of California, Irvine
is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to excellent and diversity. All
qualified candidates, including women and minority candidates, are
encouraged. PostDoctoral Training Program in Translational Radiation Oncology
(TRADONC) Research at Wake Forest University School of Medicine. For
full details, a pdf file is available for viewing or
download. Post-Doctoral Positions, Department of Radiation Oncology, Thomas
Jefferson Hospital: Several post-doctoral positions are
available immediately for the two projects listed below.
To apply, send a curriculum vitae and names and contact information for
three references to: Adam P. Dicker, M.D, Ph.D, Department of Radiation
Oncology, Thomas Jefferson University, 111 South 11th Street, Philadelphia,
PA 19107. E-mail: adam.dicker@mail.tju.edu. Thomas Jefferson University is an
equal opportunity employer. Post-Doctoral Positions in Cellular/Molecular Biology, Massachusetts
General Hospital/Harvard Medical School:
Several post-doctoral positions are available immediately to study cellular
responses to localized oxidative stress from ionizing radiation, photoactive
agents, and chemically produced reactive oxygen species. Studies will be
conducted as part of a multi-institutional collaboration between the Department
of Radiation Oncology at MGH, Wellman Center for Photomedicine at MGH,
Department of Environmental and Radiological Health Science at Colorado State
University, and the Gray Cancer Institute in the UK. Research will use
state-of-the-art laser light exposures, time-lapse and time-resolved
fluorescence microscopy, and unique ionizing radiation microbeam facilities.
The positions will suit individuals with a background in mammalian cell
culture, molecular biology, DNA damage measurements, apoptosis assays, and/or
assessment of cellular oxidative stress. Strong skills in fluorescence
microscopy would be useful for at least one of the positions. To apply, send
a curriculum vitae and names and contact information for three references
to: Kathryn D. Held, Ph.D., Department of Radiation Oncology, Cox 302,
Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA 02114. e-mail: kheld@partners.org. Massachusetts General Hospital/Harvard
Medical School is an equal opportunity employer.
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