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There are three new postdoc positions at UCSD:

1. Postdoctoral position in Molecular Cardiology in the Department of Medicine
The laboratory’s research interests are on understanding the molecular basis of heart disease by utilizing genetically engineered mouse models, state-of-the-art miniaturized physiological technology and a range of molecular and cell biological techniques. We are also in the midst of designing and testing strategies for rescuing cardiac disease using gene therapy approaches.
Minimum qualifications are PhD and/or MD with strong expertise in molecular and cell biology, cardiac physiology and/or mouse genetics. Prospective candidates should be highly motivated individuals with excellent communication/ interpersonal skills, and have the ability to work independently. Candidates with first-author publications will be given priority.
The successful applicant will gain experience in (i) implementing a multi-disciplinary approach towards the study of cardiovascular disease, (ii) developing and implementing cutting edge techniques in molecular biology, cellular biology, and physiology as well as (iii) communicating their work.
Competitive salary will be based on qualifications and appointment will be for 1 year with possibility of renewal on a yearly basis.
Candidates are encouraged to send a (i) statement of research interests, (ii) curriculum vitae, including publication list, and (iii) names and e-mail addresses of three referees to: Dr. Farah Sheikh by e-mail fasheikh@ucsd.edu.


2. Postdoctoral position in biomedical research

Seeking energetic postdoctoral fellows to participate in cutting edge biomedical research at the University of California, San Diego.

A fully funded postdoctoral position is available at the University of California, San Diego to study cardiovascular development in the zebrafish.  Recent studies support the existence of a common progenitor for the cardiac and endothelial cell lineages, but the underlying developmental cues and transcriptional networks responsible for specification of these cell fates remain unclear.  Our laboratory uses cellular, molecular, genetic, and transgenic approaches to study the specification, patterning, and differentiation of these cardiovascular progenitor cells that give rise to the heart and the vascular system.  We are most interested in translating these findings for therapies and early diagnosis of human cardiovascular diseases, including coronary artery disease, stroke, heart failure and cardiac arrhythmias.  Some of our current areas of research interest include: studying the unique capacity of the zebrafish heart to regenerate after injury with the eventual goal of learning to reprogram human ES/iPS cells to cardiac stem/progenitor cells; understanding the cellular and molecular developmental mechanisms that establish the cardiac conduction system, and how these findings apply to human cardiac arrhythmias; studying how endothelial cells emerge during development from pluripotent progenitors to become blood vessels; understanding how these vessels are specified and differentiate as arteries, veins, and/or lymphatic’s in order to promote vasculogenesis/angiogenesis for therapeutic purposes; and isolating novel cardiovascular-specific mutants and studying the molecular basis for their defects.

Recent papers from the lab include: Cell. 2008 Dec 12;135(6); PLoS Biol. 2008 May 13;6(5):e109; Genes Dev. 2008 Mar 15;22(6); PNAS 2007 Jul 3;104(27); Dev Biol. 2007 Jul 1;307(1).

The laboratory provides excellent support for career transition into disease-oriented animal research. Excellent written and verbal English communication skills are required. Experience with genetics, developmental biology, and animal models is preferred. Outstanding and highly motivated candidates with a Ph.D. or M.D. are eligible for T32 training grants (U.S. citizen or permanent resident).  Please submit your CV, a cover letter describing previous research accomplishments/goals/interests and three references with a subject title “postdoc application” to Neil Chi, M.D.Ph.D., nchi@ucsd.edu

3. Postdoctoral Researcher in San Diego Supercomputer CenterDisciplinary Specialty of Research:
Computational Molecular Biology/Chemistry, High Performance Computing
Description:
A postdoctoral position in computational molecular biology is available within the group of Ross Walker at the San Diego Supercomputer Center. This will involve close collaboration with UCSD and Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory to carry out research in the field of Molecular Dynamics Simulations.

The research focus of the group is advanced Molecular Dynamics (MD) simulations. It includes the development of efficient algorithms for accurate and parallel computation of Quantum Mechanical and hybrid Quantum/Molecular Mechanical (QM/MM) MD simulations; improved sampling techniques for classical and QM/MM MD simulations; the development of novel approaches for analysis of large scale and long time length MD simulation trajectories; approaches to parallel post-processing and on the fly MD analysis as well as the use of MD simulation techniques for studying protein reactivity including elucidation of the activation pathways of adenovirus proteases and studies of cellulose degrading enzymes for use in bio-fuel production.

The successful candidate will interact with the developers of the AMBER software package. The incumbent will have access to SDSC and LLNL supercomputer resources including some of the world's most powerful machines. Occasional travel may be required including visits to the LLNL site approximately once every 3 to 4 months.

Location:
Nestled along the Pacific Ocean on 1,200 acres of coastal woodland, just steps from the beach and minutes from beautiful downtown La Jolla, UC San Diego (http://www.ucsd.edu/) is a preeminent university in the country providing an excellent environment for research in computational biology, computer science, biochemistry, bioengineering, medicine, as well as interdisciplinary research. The successful candidate will reside in the new building of San Diego Supercomputer Center (http://www.sdsc.edu/) on the main campus of UCSD.
Salary/Stipend Information:
Commensurate with NIH Guidelines.
Benefits:
This position qualifies for Full Postdoctoral Benefits - see http://research.ucsd.edu/postdoc/benefits.aspx for further information.
Procedure to Apply:
Interested individuals should e-mail their curriculum vitae, a cover letter stating research interests and career goals and the names, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three references to Dr. Ross C. Walker at rcw@sdsc.edu.
Skills and Knowledge Required:
The applicant should have, or expect to shortly receive, a Ph.D. in Computational Biology, Computational Chemistry, Computational Life Sciences or relevant disciplines as well as research experience in computational molecular biology, computer programming skills, including Fortran 95 and C/C++, and knowledge of molecular biology, protein structure and molecular dynamics. Applicants with Ph.D.'s in Computer Science backgrounds will also be considered if they have experience in molecular dynamics simulations or related disciplines. Experience in high performance computing, molecular dynamics and parallel programming (MPI) is also desirable. Applicants should enjoy working on challenging and exciting projects together with a team of international experts.
Position Closing Date:
Open Until Filled.
Appointment Length/Period:
One year, with possibility of renewals.
For more information or to apply, please contact:
Ross C. Walker, Phd
rcw@sdsc.edu
Telephone: (858) 822-0854

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