NIH-funded Postdoctoral Position available immediately in the Gouignard laboratory in the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
The Gouignard laboratory is looking for a motivated early postdoctoral scientist to join our group to spearhead a newly funded NIH project aimed at developing novel stem cell models using Xenopus. The successful candidate will use embryo injection and animal cap extraction, cell culture, live cell imaging, genomic and proteomic approaches to generate and characterize these cell lines. This project is expected to open many unique opportunities for new research directions.
The Department of Biological Sciences at UWM consists of highly collaborative faculties in fields including cell and molecular biology, developmental biology and neuroscience. In addition to top-quality research facilities, career guidance and professional development training will be provided for postdoctoral fellows.
UWM is an R1 research institution in the heart of Milwaukee, WI, the largest city in Wisconsin. Milwaukee borders Lake Michigan and offers an affordable cost of living, family-friendly activities, and is rich with art and culture.
Candidate must possess a PhD in biology/life sciences. Preference will be given to candidates with a background in cell biology, biochemistry or stem cell biology. Salary will be commensurate with experience. Interested candidates may send their CV, a short description of relevant expertise and research interests, list of publications and the names of three references to Dr. Nadège Gouignard (gouignar@uwm.edu). Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.