A postdoctoral training position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Haiqi Chen in the Cecil H. and Ida Green Center for Reproductive Biology Sciences at UT Southwestern Medical Center to study gene regulation using the mammalian reproductive organs as model systems.
Our laboratory has several exciting projects related to two major themes.
We develop next-generation spatial and functional genomics technologies broadly applicable to studying gene regulation and functions in various biological systems in situ by combining techniques such as gene editing, high-resolution single-molecule imaging, and next-generation sequencing (NGS).
We apply these cutting-edge technologies along with data science approaches to study mammalian reproduction, fertility, and transgenerational inheritance.
Postdoctoral scholars will work at the intersection of reproductive biology, genetics, genomics, and bioinformatics, and will have ample opportunities to learn and build upon the latest methods in spatial transcriptomics and epigenomics, single-cell sequencing, genome engineering, and various functional assays.
Information on our postdoctoral training program benefits and a virtual tour can be found at http://www.utsouthwestern.edu/postdocs.
Candidates must hold a recent Ph.D. and/or M.D. degree. Experience in any of the following areas is recommended:
• Molecular and cell biology • Animal models • Molecular imaging • Various NGS assays (e.g., RNA-seq or ATAC-seq) • Leading to publications in peer-reviewed journals
Experience in NGS data analysis is a plus but not required.
Interested individuals must upload a CV, a cover letter, and a list of three references.
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of:
• Race • Color • Religion • National origin • Sex • Sexual orientation • Gender identity • Gender expression • Age • Disability • Genetic information • Citizenship status • Veteran status
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishment and experience. Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full-time schedule.
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• PPO medical plan available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage • 100 coverage for preventive healthcare - no copay • Paid Time Off available day one • Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRSP) • Paid Parental Leave Benefit • Wellness programs • Tuition Reimbursement • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
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