Available Positions
Postdoctoral Position-Neural Circuit Development in C. elegans
This position involves the study of cell-cell interactions and signaling events that specifies neuronal diversity. Potential projects include investigation of an innexin gap junction network in the diversification of neurons, functional analysis of the neural circuit, and identification of new regulators using forward and reverse genetic approaches. Prior experience in C. elegans is helpful but not a prerequisite. Applicants should have a Ph.D. degree in genetics, cell biology, molecular biology, neurobiology, biochemistry or similar with experience in molecular biology techniques. Interested candidates please send a brief cover letter describing research experience, CV, and names and contact information of three references to Dr. Chiou-Fen Chuang, Chiou-Fen.Chuang@cchmc.org.
Laboratory Aide Position
The primary responsibility is to pour agar plates for worm growth, make solutions, and perform other duties as assigned. The lab is seeking an energetic and highly motivated second- or third-year undergraduate student with a major in life science. Previous laboratory experience and completion of introductory chemistry and biology courses preferred. The successful applicant will work in a very stimulating academic and cultural environment, and will have the opportunity to assist with experiments and contribute as an author on publications. This position is expected to work 10-20 hours per week that may be extended during summer. Interested persons should apply online through Cincinnati Children's Career Center. Under the "Department" dropdown, look for "Developmental Biology-Chuang / 31-578023".
Graduate Students Welcome
Graduate students are invited to work on potential projects that include cell biological study of retrograde signaling in axons, gene expression profiling in an innexin gap junction network, and identification of new regulators in the signaling pathways that create neuronal diversity using forward (EMS mutagenesis) and reverse (RNAi) genetic approaches. Please contact Dr. Chiou-Fen Chuang, Chiou-Fen.Chuang@cchmc.org, if you are interested in our work. We will begin hosting rotation students in spring 2007.
If you wish to apply for graduate programs in which our lab participates, please visit the Molecular and Developmental Biology Graduate Program, the Graduate Program in Neuroscience, and the MD/PhD Program at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine for detailed information.
