The Inflammation and Cancer Laboratory at the Biodesign Instituteat Arizona State University is searching for a postdoctoral researchassociate to join their team devoted to understanding howinflammation and inflammatory mediators contribute to colorectalcarcinogenesis. This position will focus on the molecular andgenetic basis of colorectal cancer formation and progression. Thesuccessful candidate will perform complex in vivo and in vitroexperiments using mouse models, current cellular, molecular, andbiochemical techniques such as mouse surgery, Westernblots, real-time quantitative RT-PCR, flow cytometry,immunohistochemistry, recombinant DNA cloning, sub cloning,and LUC reporter analyses as well as writing manuscripts forpublication. The position requires a PhD in chemistry,biochemistry, or biological sciences. Preference will be given toapplicants with a PhD in a relevant field with prior experience inthe field of cancer and experience performing research projects,evaluating results, and recording of experiments and tests indetail. For consideration, email CV, cover letter which includesresearch interests and the name, email address, and telephonenumber of three professional references to dingzhi.wang@asu.edu.Please type“Post- Doc Candidate”in the subject field of theemail.（源于Science[2013-12-27]）

The Genentech is seeking an exceptional and highly motivatedscientist to join a team focused on the discovery and validation ofnovel oncology drug targets that function to regulate the chromatinstate of cancer cells. Current efforts ofthis team are largelydirected to developing a mechanistic understanding of the role ofepigenetic dysregulation in human cancer and the contribution ofchromatin modification to intra- tumoral heterogeneity and to thesensitivityand resistance of cancer cells to therapeutic agents. TheSenior Scientist level position requires a PhD plus8-12years ofrelevant post-doctoral research experience. The Principal Scientistlevel position requires a PhD plus more than 12years of relevantpostdoctoral research experience. Outstanding written and oralcommunication skills are essential. To apply: http://www- genecom.careerliaison.com /careers/detail/00410451 /Senior- ScientistPrincipal- Scientist- Discovery- Oncology- Epigenetics ? _ CL _SOURCE=11686887& jtsrc=https% 3A% 2F% 2Femployers%2Esciencecareers% 2Eorg% 2F& jtsrcid=4053& jtrfr= http %3A%2F%2Fjobs% 2Esciencecareers% 2Eorg% 2Fapply% 2F323424%2Fsenior% 2Dscientist%2Dprincipal% 2Dscientist% 2Ddiscovery%2Doncology% 2Depigenetics%2F%3FLinkSource%3DJobDetails.（源于Science[2013-12-30]）

A postdoctoral position is available in Genentech to investigatemolecular mechanisms underlying complex biology. Active areas ofresearch include structure- function studies of protein complexesinvolved in cellular signaling pathways and how various posttranslational modifications regulate these pathways. The candidatesshould have PhD in biochemistry, biophysics, structural biology orrelated discipline. Strong background in protein chemistry,structural biology, biophysical methods and molecular biology asevidenced by a first author paper published or accepted in a peerreviewed journal. Strong problem solving, communication andorganizational skills are highly desirable. To apply: http://wwwgene- com.careerliaison.com/careers/detail/00415005/PostdoctoralResearch- Fellow- Protein- Engineering? _CL_SOURCE=11684779 & jtsrc=https%3A%2F%2Femployers%2Esciencecareers% 2Eorg% 2F& jtsrcid=4053& jtrfr=http%3A%2F%2Fjobs%2Esciencecareers% 2Eorg% 2Fapply% 2F323405%2Fpostdoctoral% 2Dresearch% 2Dfellow% 2Dprotein% 2Dengineering% 2F% 3FLinkSource% 3DJobDetails.（源于Science[2013-12-30]）

This postdoctoral fellow position will focus on studying HPVassociated cancer progression using in vitro and in vivo models aswell as patient specimens. Candidates must have a recentlycompleted an advanced degree (PhD, MD, DVM) from anaccredited institution and have working knowledge of basicresearch skills related to cancer research along with publishedwork in peer reviewed journals. Applicants must be NIH NRSAtraining grant eligible (a US citizen or permanent resident). Toapply please send a cover letter, CV, and three professionalreferences to Dr. Dohun Pyeon (dohun.pyeon@ucdenver.edu).（源于Science[2014-01-02]

The Laboratory of Developmental Systems Biology is currentlyseeking a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow to pursue one ofseveral projects designed to determine the combinatorialtranscriptional codes that govern gene expression and that specifycellular fates at single cell resolution during embryonicdevelopment. Interested candidates must have received a PhDwithin the past five years in genetics, cell, developmental orsystems biology, and be willing to design and participate ininnovative research projects. A record of exceptional publicationsdemonstrating an ability to conduct independent research is essential. Please E- mail a cover letter indicating preferred startdate and both present and future research interests, along with acurrent CV, a summary of prior research accomplishments, and thenames and contact information of at least three references to:Dr.Alan Michelson, E-mail: michelsonam@mail.nih.gov.（源 于Science[2014-01-03]）

The Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) invites applicationsfor a tenure- track assistant professor position in Biotechnologyand Molecular Bioscience (BMB) Program. Candidates arerequired to hold a PhD in a closely related field, have productivepost- doctoral training based on a record of peer- reviewedpublications, and college teaching experience. Successfulapplicants are expected to contribute to the scholarship of theGSOLS through externally funded research and peer reviewedpublications, teach introductory and upper level (lab- based)courses, mentor undergraduate and graduate students, andparticipate in the development and delivery of a new MS programin Biotechnology. Applicants must apply online at http://apptrkr.com/419789. Faculty Search: 885BR. Please submit cover letteraddressing the listed qualifications; curriculum vitae; a researchstatement that includes future research directions; a statement ofteaching philosophy; and a“contribution to diversity” statement(https:// www.rit.edu/ academicaffairs /facultyrecruitment/ forms/ Diversity_Statement_Guide_for_candidates_4-12.docx). Applicantsshould arrange to have four letters of reference to be sentelectronically toscience@rit.edu.（源于Science[2013-12-27]）

The University of North Carolina at Asheville (UNC Asheville)anticipates hiring a tenure-track assistant professor beginning Fall2014. The successful candidate will have a PhD in Biology or anappropriate discipline, demonstrated teaching experience and thepotential for engaging undergraduates in a research program.Teaching duties include introductory courses for the major andadvanced offerings in microbiology and molecular biology.Opportunities exist for developing courses outside of thedepartment that contribute to the core curriculum. Applicationsshould include the following documents in PDF form: a coverletter; a statement of teaching philosophy; a description of aresearch program with plans for incorporating undergraduates; aCV highlighting both teaching and research accomplishments; andthree letters of reference. Materials may be submittedelectronically to Dr. Gregg Kormanik, Search Committee Chair, to kormanik@unca.edu. Review begins 2 January, 2014 andcontinues until the position is filled.（源于Science[2013-12-31]）

The University of Pittsburgh, Department of Surgery, is seeking aapplicant to join research group focused on understanding themechanisms governing the interaction between the host genomeand microbial communities. The successful candidate will have aPhD degree, and expertise in human genomics, as well as cell andmolecular biology. Information regarding the lab can be found at www.chp.edu/CHP/hackamlab. Closing date is February 28, 2014.Reply with CV, a statement of research activities and interests,and key research accomplishments, as well as the names andemail addresses of three referees to: David J. Hackam, MD, PhD;Watson Family Professor of Surgery; Professor of Surgery, CellBiology and Physiology; University of Pittsburgh School ofMedicine; Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC;530 45thStreet,6th Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15224, USA. Ph. 4126928449(Tracey Johnson), david.hackam@chp.edu, http://www.chp.edu/CHP/hackamlab.（源于Science[2014-01-02]）

The University of Arkansas seeks applicants with exceptionallystrong computational and modeling skills for a tenure- trackassistant professor position in Landscape Ecology (Position Y14961, website: http://hr.uark.edu/jobdetails.asp?ListingID=7075). Requirements: PhD, postdoctoral experience in ecology,and strong research record. Expectations: establish externallyfunded research program, contribute to undergraduate- graduateeducation, and professional service. Submit complete application(curriculum vitae, research and teaching statements, and threereference letters) as PDF or paper application to Dr. MichelleEvans-White (E-mail: ecology@uark.edu)by 30 January 2014.（源于Science[2014-01-02]）

The University of Montana (UM) seeks an energetic and ambitioustenure track assistant professor of Materials Science. The positionwill be available in August of2014. Duties will include teachingof graduate courses in a newly- established Materials Science(MtSci) doctoral program, development of a vigorous externallyfunded research program including mentoring of students inoriginal research, and participation in interdisciplinary programgrants. The successful candidate will have a PhD and postdoctoral experience in any area of Materials Science and demonstrated research experience in the form of publications inpeer-reviewed journals and/or research funding from federal, stateor private agencies. Preference will be given to candidates withresearch interests in polymer science or nanomaterials and withexpertise in electronic, photonic and magnetic materials, materialsfor energy storage and conversion, or biomaterials. Teachingexperience is preferred but not required. To apply: visit http://bit.ly/1cj8W6L to submit an online application for full consideration.Application review will begin on January15, 2013and continueuntil the position is filled.（源于Science[2014-01-02]）

The Missouri University of Science and Technology (MissouriS&T) seeks to fill a tenure- track faculty position at the assistantprofessor level. They are seeking a candidate who uses SyntheticBiology in an interdisciplinary approach to design and engineercells to address fundamental questions in biology. They expect thefaculty member will collaborate with colleagues in departments andcenters on campus involved in interdisciplinary biology research.Applicants may apply online at website: http://jobs.mst.edu. Pleaseinclude Reference Number 00059853. Applications should besubmitted by January31, 2014. （源于Science[2014-01-02]）

The University of Nevada, Reno are soliciting applications fromoutstanding candidates at the assistant or associate professor levelto fill a new 9-month tenure-track faculty position (75% research,25% teaching) in the general area of plant interactions with theenvironment. Candidates must demonstrate expertise to teachundergraduate and/or graduate courses in molecular genetics, plantbiotechnology, functional and chemical genomics, advancedprotein technologies, or systems and synthetic biology, and tomentor undergraduate, graduate and postdoctoral students inresearch. The successful candidate will develop a high- impact,extramurally funded research program and will have theopportunity to interact with existing faculty to establish, utilize andintegrate systems or synthetic biology approaches for plant biologyresearch, instruction, and outreach. See full job description andapplication details at: https://www.unrsearch.com/postings/14375.（源于Science[2013-12-26]）

The University of Connecticut Health Center School of Dental Medicine (SDM) is recruiting a faculty mem-ber at the assistantor associate professor level in computational biology, who willplay an important role in integrating these different initiatives,aided by a tenure track appointment in an appropriatedepartment in the SDM, a faculty appointment at JAXGM and inCQM, and an affiliation with the Institute for Systems Genomics.The successful candidate will be expected to develop anexternally-funded research program in computational biology witha focus on microbial genomics, metage- nomics, and microbiomeanalysis. Opportunities exist for collaborations with SDM facultyin the areas of microbial genomics, ecology and/or host-pathogeninterac- tions as they pertain to oral diseases. Contribution tothe classroom teaching of quantitative methods within theSDM and mentoring of graduate students are also expected. It iscrucial in this position to be a consummate team player in ahighly interdisciplinary and dynamic environment that bringstogether clinicians, biolo- gists, molecular geneticists, andquantitative scientists. Interested applicants should apply at https://jobs.uchc.edu/, search code 2014-483. For inquiries, pleasecontact Reinhard Laubenbacher, Center for QuantitativeMedicine,860-436-7516, laubenbacher@uchc.edu.（源于Science[2014-01-02]）

The University of Maryland College Park is seeking to fill atenure-track faculty position in the broad areas of cell biology andmolecular genetics using animal, plant, or microbial systems. Theappointment may be made at the assistant, associate, or fullprofessor level, commensurate with qualifications and experience.The successful candidate will be expected to maintain a cuttingedge externally funded research program that synergizes withexisting core groups in the department including genomics andgene regulation, RNA structure and function, plant biology,microbial pathogenesis and immunology, and virology. Theappointed candidate will also participate in undergraduate andgraduate teaching. Applicants must have a doctorate degree, anoutstanding publication record, and a commitment to excellence inteaching. Applications should be submitted electronically to https://ejobs.umd.edu/postings/22217 and addressed to Dr. CharlesDelwiche, chair of the faculty search committee. Applicationsshould consist of a single PDF file containing (1) a cover letter, (2)curriculum vitae, (3) summary of research plans (maximum twopages) and teaching philosophy (one page), and (4) contactinformation for at least three references. Complete applicationsshould be received by January 31, 2014.（源于Science[2014-01-02]）

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