Post-Doctoral Fellow - Sarma Lab
About The Position
A Postdoctoral Fellow position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Kavitha Sarma. The Sarma lab investigates mechanisms of gene regulation through RNA-containing chromatin using neurodifferentiation and cancer models. Candidates with strong interest in gene regulation, chromatin architecture, epigenetic mechanisms, and non-coding RNA biology are encouraged to apply. The lab is a core member of the Penn Epigenetics Institute which allows interactions and collaborations with many scientists with shared research interests. The Wistar Institute is located in the University City area of Philadelphia, in the heart of the University of Pennsylvania Campus. Wistar provides resources for cutting edge collaborative research and provides for outstanding intellectual environments and state-of-the-art facilities. The Wistar Institute is a world leader in early-stage discovery science in the areas of cancer, immunology, and infectious disease. The Institute is committed to accelerating research advances from bench to bedside through brilliant science and distinctive approaches to collaboration among scientific investigators and academic and industry partners. Wistar’s single-minded focus is on making discoveries that will change the future of human health.
Requirements
- PhD (or equivalent) degree
- At least one first author peer reviewed publication
- Experience in performing and analyzing data from genomic experiments such as RNA-seq, ChIP-seq, CUT&RUN
- Strong interest in gene regulation, chromatin architecture, epigenetic mechanisms, and non-coding RNA biology
Responsibilities
- Investigate mechanisms of gene regulation through RNA-containing chromatin using neurodifferentiation and cancer models.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Principal
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
