Postdoctoral Research Associate, Dermatology
About The Position
The Department of Dermatology at the University of Virginia (UVA) School of Medicine is seeking a federal-funded postdoctoral research associate. This role will focus on studying Cancer Biology and Stem Cell Biology in the laboratory of Dr. Lu Le, Professor and Chair of the Department of Dermatology. The lab investigates how genetic and microenvironmental factors interplay to regulate tumorigenesis, focusing on the identification of the cell of origin and elucidating the role of the tumor microenvironment in cancer development. Research dissects the cellular and molecular mechanisms of carcinogenesis from a developmental perspective using Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1) as a model. The lab also investigates hair graying and balding. The laboratory offers a rich experimental environment encompassing both basic and translational research.
Requirements
- Doctoral degree
- Training preparatory for a full-time academic or research career
Responsibilities
- Conduct research on Cancer Biology and Stem Cell Biology.
- Investigate how genetic and microenvironmental factors interplay to regulate tumorigenesis.
- Identify the cell of origin and elucidate the role of the tumor microenvironment in cancer development.
- Dissect cellular and molecular mechanisms of carcinogenesis from a developmental perspective.
- Conduct research on hair graying and balding.
- Publish research results during the training period.
Benefits
- Benefited position
- Salary is commensurate with education and experience
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
