Candidates are invited to apply for a fully funded postdoctoral position (up to three years) in the laboratory of Dr. Kirst King-Jones, who studies how nuclear receptors regulate metabolic pathways in Drosophila melanogaster. The project will focus on genomic and genetic screens to identify novel transcriptional regulators of fat and cholesterol metabolism. More information on the laboratory can be found on the web at: http://www.biology.ualberta.ca/king-jones_lab/KKJ_lab/Home.html
Applicants should have experience with genetics (preferably Drosophila genetics), molecular biology and genomics. However, we will consider highly motivated and enthusiastic individuals with a strong track record from related fields. We will offer a competitive salary, which will depend on qualification and skill.
Situated in Edmonton, Alberta, the University of Alberta is one of the largest research hubs in Canada and close to the Rocky Mountain National Parks. The Department of Biological Sciences has over 70 research groups and strong interactions exist with the Faculty of Medicine.
Candidates should submit a full CV, with names and addresses of three referees and a cover letter. Please also include a brief description of your research intent. Applications can be sent either electronically to postdocuofa@gmail.com or via mail until March 31, 2009 to:
Dr. Kirst King-Jones, Assistant Professor
Alberta Heritage Foundation Medical Research Scholar
Department of Biological Sciences
University of Alberta
CW-405 Biological Sciences Bldg.
Edmonton, Alberta T6G 2E9
Canada
