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TENURED or TENURE-TRACK FACULTYPOSITION

University of California, BerkeleyDepartment of Plant and Microbial Biology

Energy Biosciences Institute

The University of California (UC), Berkeley, seeksapplicants at all levels for a tenure-track facultyposition in the Department of Plant and MicrobialBiology within the College of Natural Resources.This position represents an exciting opportunityto join a fully funded program with the EnergyBiosciences Institute (EBI), website: http://www.energybiosciencesinstitute.org/. Of particular in-terest are persons whose research includes bio-chemistry of cell wall synthesis and lignin structureand degradation; however, creative and energetic in-dividuals who show extraordinary promise or ac-complishment in areas relevant to the EBI will beconsidered. We require a Ph.D. and evidence of out-standing scholarship within a relevant discipline. Start-up and research funds will be provided by the EBI.This position is tenured or tenure-tracked in the De-partment of Plant and Microbial Biology and is anexcellent opportunity to launch, sustain, or crown anacademic career. This position could start as early asJanuary 1, 2009.To apply, please send curriculum vitae, detailed

statements of research and teaching interests, andthree letters of reference to:

Chair, Energy Biosciences Institute SearchCommittee

Department of Plant and Microbial Biology111 Koshland Hall

University of CaliforniaBerkeley, CA 94720-3102

and/orE-mail: [email protected]: http://epmb.berkeley.edu:80/

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This URL allows candidates to register and up-load application material. Once application materialshave been uploaded, candidates will be given a URLwhere their references may upload PDFs of their let-ters. Please refer potential reviewers to the UC Berkeleystatement of confidentiality at website: http://apo.chance.berkeley.edu/evalltr.html. Application ma-terial must be received by September 30, 2008.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity,Affirmative Action Employer.

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

This unique program offers the candidate with anearned Doctorate in the life sciences the opportunityto obtain the Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree in27 months (beginning in March of each year). Em-ployment opportunities exist in research, education,industry, and private practice. Contact the Admis-sions Office, telephone: 800-824-5526 at the NewEngland College of Optometry, 424 Beacon Street,Boston, MA 02115. Additional information atwebsite: http://www.neco.edu, e-mail: [email protected].

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

Conduct environment inspections and soil andgroundwater sampling. Compile and analyze deriveddata. Support operation of remediation system. Writerisk assessments, prepare reports, and manage database.Required: B.S. in environmental engineering or environ-mental science, or foreign equivalent. Forty hours/week.Job/interview site: Irvine, California. Fax curriculumvitae to:GeoTrans, Incorporated. Human Resources,fax: 240-804-8008.

POSITIONS OPEN

FACULTY POSITIONPharmacology

The Division of Basic Pharmaceutical Sciences(DBPS) at Xavier University College of Pharmacyinvites applications for one 12-month tenure-trackposition at the rank of ASSISTANT or ASSOCI-ATE PROFESSOR. Candidates for this positionmust have a Ph.D. degree in pharmacology or aclosely related field. Preference will be given tocandidates with previous teaching and ongoingresearch experience. The successful candidate willalso be expected to establish a funded researchprogram in his or her area of interest. Applicantsshould submit (i) a letter of intent, (ii) curriculumvitae, (iii) a statement of research interests, (iv) thenames and addresses (e-mail address and telephone:number) of at least three references to: Tarun K.Mandal, Ph.D., Chair, Division of Basic Pharma-ceutical Sciences Faculty Search Committee,Xavier University College of Pharmacy, 1 DrexelDrive, New Orleans, LA 70125; e-mail:[email protected]; telephone: (504) 520-7650;fax: (504) 520-7954.

Xavier University of Louisiana is an Equal Opportunityand Affirmative Action Employer. Women, minorities, andpersons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

ASSISTANT or ASSOCIATE PROFESSORFACULTY POSITION

The Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Med-icine at the Feinberg School of Medicine of North-western University seeks a full-time, open-tenure,open-track ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE PROFES-SOR. Positions to begin as early as November 1,2008. The Division wishes to add to its strengthsin lung injury biology, signaling, and receptor func-tion. Candidates preferably will have an independentNIH-funded lung biology research program. Otherduties may include inpatient and outpatient services.Qualified candidates must have an M.D. and/or Ph.D.degree and be Board-certified/eligible in pulmonaryand critical care medicine. Salary will be commensuratewith experience. To ensure full consideration, applica-tions must be received by August 15, 2008. Send cur-riculum vitae, a brief statement of research interest,and the names of three references to: Sean Campbell,Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine,NorthwesternUniversity, 240 EastHuron,McGawM-300,Chicago, IL60611.Or e-mail: [email protected]. Please reference search #P-299-08.Northwestern University is an Affirmative Action, Equal Oppor-tunity Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to ap-ply. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the UnitedStates.

POSTDOCTORAL POSITION. A Postdoctoralposition is available at Emory University in the areaof microbiology and microbial pathogenesis. This po-sition is supported by an NIH training grant, and allapplicants must be either U.S. citizens or permanentresidents. The faculty affiliated with this training grantand their research interests can be viewed on the EmoryMicrobiology and Molecular Genetics Graduate Pro-gram website: http://www.biomed.emory.edu/PROGRAM_SITES/MMG/index.html. Interestedapplicants should directly contact the candidate re-search mentor to discuss postdoctoral research op-portunities in their laboratory. In addition, a formalapplication with cover letter, curriculum vitae, andthree letters of recommendation should be sent to:Dr. Samuel Speck, Department of Microbiology andImmunology, Emory University School of Medicine,1462 Clifton Road, Suite 429, Atlanta, GA 30322.Applications will be accepted until September 1, 2008.

FACULTY POSITIONPharmacology

The Division of Basic Pharmaceutical Sci-ences (DBPS) at Xavier University College ofPharmacy invites applications for one 12-monthtenure-track position at the rank of ASSIST-ANT or ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR. Can-didates for this position must have a Ph.D.degree in pharmacology or a closely related field.Preference will be given to candidates with pre-vious teaching and ongoing research experience.The successful candidate will also be expectedto establish a funded research program in hisor her area of interest. Applicants should sub-mit (i) a letter of intent, (ii) curriculum vitae,(iii) a statement of research interests, (iv) thenames and addresses (e-mail address and tel-ephone number) of at least three references to:Tarun K. Mandal, Ph.D., Chair, Divisionof Basic Pharmaceutical Sciences FacultySearch Committee, Xavier University Col-lege of Pharmacy, 1 Drexel Drive, New Or-leans, LA 70125; e-mail: [email protected];telephone: 504-520-7650; fax: 504-520-7954.

Xavier University of Louisiana is an Equal Op-portunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Women,minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouragedto apply.

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New Research Initiative – Fatty Liver Disease & Obesity - Tenure Track Position

The Liver Diseases Branch of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK), National

Institutes of Health (NIH) invites applications for one tenure track position from scientists interested in basic and/or

clinical research involving non-alcoholic fatty liver disease and metabolic syndrome. Specific areas of research interest

include pathogenesis and mechanism of metabolic derangement in non-alcoholic fatty liver disease and its pathophysi-

ologic link to inflammation, insulin resistance, metabolic syndrome and obesity. Priority will be given to applicants at

the Assistant Professor level in traditional universities or those finishing their post-doctoral/fellowship positions. The

applicant must have a proven record of accomplishments and will be expected to propose and pursue an independent

research program in one of these fields. The position offers unparalleled opportunities for interdisciplinary collabora-

tion within NIDDK and throughout NIH.

The Liver Diseases Branch of NIDDK is located on the main intramural campus of the NIH in Bethesda, Maryland, a

suburb of Washington, D.C.

Interested applicants should send a CurriculumVitae and list of publications, copies of three major publications, a sum-

mary of research accomplishments, a plan for future research, and two letters of recommendation (preferred but not

required) toMs. Michelle Whitley, Search Committee, Liver Diseases Branch, NIDDK, Building 10-9B16, NIH,

Bethesda, MD, 20892-1800. Application deadline: September 15, 2008.

Program Director, Acute Renal Failure and Renal Pathophysiology

Division of Kidney, Urologic and Hematologic Diseases (DKUHD)

THE POSITION: The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) is seeking exceptional candidates to serve

as Director of a Program in Acute Renal Failure and Renal Pathophysiology in the extramural Division of Kidney, Urologic and Hematologic

Diseases (DKUHD). The incumbent will serve as a ProgramDirector and a senior scientific advisor within and outside the NIDDK. The successful

candidate will join a group of highly interactive scientists and clinicians directing research programs in all areas of kidney, urologic and hematologic

disease. S/he will be expected to evaluate and administer extramural research with the goal of building and implementing a cutting edge clinical

and basic research program on acute kidney injury and on the biology of renal disease. Maintaining active communication with the professional

and lay communities as well as program staff from other institutes and agencies is considered an integral part of this appointment. The NIDDK

seeks candidates who have a significant track record of scientific research achievement and outstanding communication skills.

QUALIFICATIONSREQUIRED: Applicants must possess anM.D., Ph.D., or equivalent degree, with sub-specialization in nephrology, national

recognition for kidney research, and administrative experience.

SALARY/BENEFITS: Salary is commensurate with experience and a full package of Civil Service benefits is available, including: retirement,

health and life insurance, long term care insurance, leave and savings plan (401K equivalent). This position is subject to a background investiga-

tion.

HOWTOAPPLY: CurriculumVitae, Bibliography, and three letters of recommendation must be received by September 15, 2008. Application

packages should be sent to theNational Institutes of Health (NIH), National Institute of Diabetes & Digestive &Kidney Diseases (NIDDK),

31 Center Drive, MSC 2560, Building 31, Room 9A-47, Bethesda, Maryland 20892. For further information, please call (301) 594-7772.

All information provided by candidates will remain confidential and will not be released outside the NIDDK search process without a signed

release from candidates.

Department of Health and Human Services

National Institutes of Health (NIH)

Director, National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS)

THEPOSITION: TheNIH is seeking exceptional candidates for the position of Director, NIEHS, to provide leadership

to one of the preeminent centers for environmentally-related research in the world. The Director, NIEHS, also serves

in a dual role as the Director, National Toxicology Program, and in this role reports to the Secretary, Department of

Health and Human Services (DHHS). This position offers a unique opportunity for the right individual to provide strong

and visionary leadership to an organization dedicated to reducing the burden of human illness and dysfunction from

environmental causes by understanding each of these elements and how they interrelate. The Director will manage

a high-level complex organization and must demonstrate integrity and fairness, adhering in work and behavior to the

highest ethical standards, and upholding the highest standards of scientific research and/or business practices. Applicants

must possess an M.D. and/or Ph.D. and have senior-level research experience and knowledge of research programs in

one or more scientific areas related to environmental effects on human health and/or toxicology research. They should

be known and respected within their profession, both nationally and internationally, as individuals of outstanding

scientific competence. Salary is commensurate with experience, and full Federal benefits, including leave, health and

life insurance, retirement and savings plan (401K equivalent) will be provided. A detailed vacancy announcement that

includes application procedures is available at http://www.jobs.nih.gov (under Executive Jobs). NIEHS is located

in Research Triangle Park (RTP), North Carolina. Questions may be addressed toMs. Lynnita Jacobs at:

[email protected]. CV and bibliography must be received by 11:59 p.m. Monday, August 4, 2008.

National Institute of General Medical Sciences

National Institutes of Health

Department of Health and Human Services

The National Institute of General Medical Sciences (NIGMS) in Bethesda, Maryland is seeking applications from outstanding candidates with

a strong background in clinical genetics/genomics for a Medical Officer position in the Division of Genetics and Developmental Biology. The

Division, which primarily supports basic research and research training, has an interest in expanding its support for research on the genetics/

genomics of complex human phenotypes.

The incumbent for this position will be responsible for developing and managing a portfolio of research grants that emphasizes the application

of genetic and genomic data to understand the biological basis of normal human phenotypes and genetic disorders. Candidates must have clini-

cal genetics experience and a broad background in genetics/genomics, as well as specialized experience in one or more of the following areas:

DNA replication, mutagenesis, and repair, regulation of gene expression, physiology, computational/systems biology, or related areas.

Applicants must possess an M.D. or Doctor of Osteopathy degree, clinical genetics experience, independent research experience, and knowl-

edge of the NIH peer review and grants process.

Salary is commensurate with qualifications, and includes a full package of benefits. A detailed vacancy announcement (NIGMS-08-266255-

DH) with the mandatory qualifications and application procedures can be obtained via the NIGMS web page at http://www.nigms.nih.

gov/about/job_vacancies.html and the USAJobs web page at http://www.usajobs.opm.gov. Questions on application procedures may

be addressed toWendy Evans at (301) 594-2386. Applications, and supporting documentation, must be received by close of business

07/01/2008. The NIH is an equal opportunity employer.

The National Institutes of Health inspires public confidence in our science by maintaining high ethical principles. NIH employees are subject

to Federal government-wide regulations and statutes as well as agency-specific regulations described at http://ethics.od.nih.gov. We encour-

age you to review this information.

UCL Cancer Institute & Institute of Neurology

Brain Cancer Research Lead

The Samantha Dickson Brain Tumour Trust(http://www.braintumourtrust.co.uk/), in partnership with UCL,UCLH (University College London Hospitals NHS Trust including theNational Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery) and the NationalHospital Development Foundation, wishes to establish theSamantha Dickson Brain Cancer Unit and appoint a Brain CancerResearch Scientist at the Readership or Professorial level to leadthis Unit.

The successful candidate will have an international eminence inbrain cancer research, and could be a clinical or non-clinicalscientist. The research programme should lead to a betterunderstanding of the biology of paediatric or adult brain cancer, andeventually result in better therapies and survival for patients withbrain tumours.

The Laboratory for the Samantha Dickson Brain Cancer Unit willbe located in the new UCL Cancer Institute. This is a new state-of-the-art Institute for further information visit:http://www.ucl.ac.uk/cancer

Full Job Description available at:http://www.ucl.ac.uk/cancer/vacancies/index.htm

To apply, please contact Mandy Verdon, email:[email protected] for an application pack.

Informal enquiries can be made to: Professor Chris Boshoff, email:[email protected].

Closing date: 10 August 2008

UCL Taking Action For Equality

Vice-Chair for Research/Open Rank

The Department of Anesthesiology, University of Texas Health ScienceCenter at SanAntonio, Texas (UTHSCSA) invites nominations and appli-cations for the position of Vice-Chair for Research (VCR). As the chiefresearch officer for the department, the VCR is responsible for imple-mentation of the research vision, the overall management of departmentalresearch activities, and the administration of sponsored research. TheVCRwill engage inmultidisciplinary collaborationwithin UTHSCSA—aClinical and Translational ScienceAward (CTSA) grantee—and its affili-ated institutions.

Qualifications for this position include an M.D., M.D.-Ph.D., or Ph.D.degree in an appropriate field of study. The successful candidate willhave a national/international reputation as a distinguished scientist withan outstanding record of research accomplishments; a proven track recordof directing a research enterprise; outstanding communication skills asevidenced by an ability to mentor junior faculty, scientists, residents,and students. The candidate must be a critical and strategic thinker and avisionary leader who can develop and enhance the research enterprise; andone who can demonstrate expertise in crafting interdisciplinary propos-als and negotiating multi-faceted awards. One or more currently fundedNIH grant(s) and experience in translational research is highly desirable.Given the excellent research infrastructure in neurobiology at UTHSCSA,research experience in pain medicine would be a plus.

Formore information, please visit our website atwww.anesthesia.uthscsa.com. To apply or nominate a candidate for the position of Vice-Chairfor Research, Department ofAnesthesiology, U.T. Health Science Centerat San Antonio, please submit a current CV, supporting documents, andnames and addresses of five references to: J. Jeffrey Andrews, M.D,Chair, Department of Anesthesiology – MSC 7838, U.T. Health Sci-

ence Center at San Antonio, 7703 Floyd Curl Drive, San Antonio,

TX 78229.

All faculty appointments are designated as security sensitive positions.The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio is anEqual Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

At the University of Zurich, Divisionof Psychiatry Research is an openposition for a

ResearchConsultant inPsychiatryor Neurology (100%)

with research experience in the �eldof brain imaging.

You are a medical specialist inpsychiatry or neurology with expertknowledge in patient care andclinical trials.

There is the poss ib i l i t y fo rhabilitation.

Please address your applicationtogether with your list of publicationand reprints of your three mostimportant publications to:

Prof. Dr. Med. C. Hock, Co-Director,Psychiatric University Hospital,Psychogeriatric Medicine, Box 1931,Lenggstrasse 31, CH-8029 Zurich,Switzerland, Fax: +41-44-384-2275,Tel. +41-44-384-2271, e-mail:[email protected]

“The premier food and agricultural research agency of USDA”

ASSOCIATE AREA DIRECTORPacific West AreaAlbany, California

Senior Executive Service (SES) ES-0401/1301-00/00Salary Range of $114,468 to $158,500

Vacancy opens June 23, 2008; closes July 31, 2008

Applications must be received by July 31, 2008

The USDA,Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is seeking highly qualified candidates for the permanentfull-time leadership position of Associate Director, Pacific West Area.

This position affords the opportunity to provide executive leadership and management as a key memberof a Senior Management Team that:• Directs 1,500 employees, including 400 scientists, in 52 research units at 21 locations in California,Arizona, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Nevada, Alaska, and Hawaii;

• Works in concert with ARS national leaders to implement research in ARS’ 22 National Programsencompassing plant, animal, environmental, and food sciences;

• Manages a base budget of $156 million, plus investigator-driven grants and agreements;• Works collaboratively with scientists and administrators withinARS, the Land-Grant Universities, StateAgricultural Experiment Stations, other governmental agencies (Federal, state, local), Non-GovernmentalOrganizations, industry, and other stakeholder groups in the Midwest, across the Nation, and aroundthe world.

Applicantsmust demonstrate knowledge of researchmethods related to the biological sciences, agriculturalengineering, or chemistry; and knowledge of cooperative and user oriented programs directed towardagricultural research including Federal agencies, State agencies, and private industry.

Join us in the Opportunity to Contribute to the Health and Wealth of the Nation and Its Peoples.Solving Problems, Expanding Knowledge, Delivering Answers.

To apply, print a copy of vacancy announcement ARS:SES:08-12 from the ARS Careers Website athttp://www.ars.usda.gov/careers and follow the application directions provided. To have a printedcopy mailed or for questions about these positions, call Deborah Crump at (301) 504-1448 or E-Mail:[email protected].

USDA/ARS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider.

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FACULTY POSITION IN

PHYSIOLOGY AND

PHARMACOLOGY

The Department of Physiology and Pharma-cology at DesMoines University seeks to fill atenure track faculty position. Successful candi-dates must have demonstrated a commitmentto and expertise in the discipline of physiologyor pharmacology. Additionally, it is expectedthat the individual develop an innovative andextramurally funded research program utiliz-ing contemporary approaches. Highly desir-able applicants would be able to teach in oneormore of the following areas: cardiovascular,renal, or respiratory physiology/pharmacologyfor the medical, podiatric, and allied healthcurricula.Applicants should have a Ph.D. andrelevant postdoctoral experience.

For full consideration, candidates are invitedto submit a letter of application stating theirinterest along with their curriculum vitae, aconcise statement of teaching and researchinterests, educational philosophy and contactinformation for three professional letters ofreference and apply online only please atwww.dmu.edu/employment. Review ofapplications will begin September 1, 2008and continue until a successful candidate isidentified.

Des Moines University is an EOE Employer.

You will be in charge of the management on non-clinicalSafety Pharmacology programmes to support the developmentand regulatory submissions of new drug discovery candidates.Located in our London office, you will implement the regula-tory studies in close partnership with leading internationalCROs with an overall responsibility for the scientific, technicaland regulatory study conduct.

The successful applicant will have BSc, MSc, a provenpractical and scientific experience together with organisationalabilities. Up-to-date knowledge in current regulatoryrequirements of new drug development in a GLP compliantenvironment, as well as some experience within a researchor industrial environment would be an advantage.

A background in physiology of central nervous system orcardiovascular function would be required.

You are self-motivated, collaborative and team oriented withgood communication skills.

To apply, please send your application (cover letter and CV),quoting reference NA/6029, to: Garlone VIOLLE

SERVIER, 11 rue des Moulineaux, 92150 SURESNES(France) e-Mail : [email protected]

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POSITIONS

COMPREHENSIVE CANCER CENTER

St. Jude Children�s Research Hospital, a private not-for-profit institute, is a world-renowned institution that is engaged in ongoingexpansion of its facilities as well as patient care and scientific research activities.

The Comprehensive Cancer Center at St. Jude Children�s Research Hospital (SJCRH) seeks motivated investigators for FACULTY positions to do innovativeand significant research in cancer-related fields. Areas of particular interest include, but are not limited to, Developmental Biology (ideally in areas relevant to understandingembryonal tumors), proteomics through the use of Mass Spectrometry, cancer stem cells, and metastasis. Early career investigators interested in contributing to a cultureof excellence at St. Jude are particularly encouraged to apply.

The diverse research at SJCRH ranges from discovery-focused and hypothesis-testing basic laboratory studies to clinical trials of specific agents or regimens. We continuallyseek to translate knowledge acquired through basic research into novel approaches for clinical diagnosis and treatment. Conversely, our clinical and laboratory-basedinvestigators use the challenges encountered in the clinic to help focus the efforts of our research.

The research environment at SJCRH is highly interactive, with opportunities to collaborate with investigators in all Departments, including Biochemistry, Chemical Biologyand Therapeutics, Developmental Neurobiology, Genetics and Tumor Cell Biology, Hematology, Oncology, Immunology, Infectious Diseases, Molecular Pharmacology,Pathology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Structural Biology. All investigators have access to state-of-the-art core facilities that include proteomics, genomics,bioinformatics, imaging, protein production, molecular synthesis and high-throughput small-molecule screening. Faculty recruited through this Cancer Center effort willhave appointments in one of these academic departments.

The successful applicants may hold a Ph.D. and/or M.D. degree, at least three years of relevant postgraduate experience, and a demonstrated track record of productivity.SJCRH offers a very competitive package, including generous startup funds, equipment, laboratory space, and personnel support. Though external grant support is eventuallyexpected, a major benefit of faculty membership at St. Jude is the presence of continual institutional support throughout one�s faculty career. The new faculty positions willpreferably be for early career researchers at the Assistant or Associate Member level, though Full Members may be considered.

Interested applicants should send a current CV, a 2-3 page summary of research interest, and the name of 3 references to:

Michael B. Kastan, M.D., Ph.D � Director, Comprehensive Cancer CenterSt. Jude Children's Research Hospital � 262 Danny Thomas Place, MS 310 � Memphis, TN 38105

www.stjude.org

St. Jude is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.Candidates receiving offers of employment will be subject to preemploymentdrug testing and background checks.

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DirectorStanford Linear Accelerator CenterLinac Coherent Light Source (LCLS)

The LCLS x-ray free electron laser under constructionat SLAC will soon become the world’s �rst operationalXFEL. SLAC seeks a scientist with an extraordinarycombination of scienti�c vision, accomplishment, andleadership, and of demonstrated management skills, toassume responsibility for all aspects of the LCLS Directoratein the role of SLAC Associate Laboratory Director (ALD) for theLCLS program, managing and overseeing all operational and research functionsof the LCLS Directorate. He/She will collaborate with the Director and otherALDs to realize the full potential of LCLS within SLAC and will be responsiblefor de�ning and articulating the strategic direction and future upgrades ofLCLS. The LCLS ALD will manage budgets (anticipated to be in the range of$150M/yr by 2011) and operations and planning to deliver innovative, state-of-the-art science and technology and outstanding user operations. The successfulcandidate is expected to assume a tenured position on the Stanford Faculty andmay also develop his/her own science program utilizing LCLS.

The position requires exceptional insight into the research capabilities of theLCLS and a thorough understanding of how these capabilities can be realizedthrough stewardship of the LCLS science experiment program. This positionrequires ability to lead a facility within a U.S. Department of Energy systemof user facility operations with regard to planning, budgeting, performancemanagement, and safety. Experience in the operation of a government-fundedscienti�c facility is strongly bene�cial.

Applicants should submit a summary of their educational and professionalbackground, a current list of published work, and the names of at least threereferences who may be consulted by the Search Committee. A brief summaryof how the candidate’s experience matches the position described aboveshould also be submitted with the application. Applicants are also encouragedto submit a brief description of their plans and ambitions for the future andhow those plans might be realized in the LCLS setting. Applications should besubmitted by July 31, 2008 to:

LCLS Director SearchStanford LinearAccelerator Center

2575 Sand Hill Road, MS 75Menlo Park, CA 94025 USA

E-mail address: [email protected]

Stanford University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes nominations ofwomen and minority group members and applications from them.

http://slac.stanford.edu

Faculty Positions in Prokaryotic Biology

The Department of Biology at Texas A&M University (TAMU) invitesapplications for a faculty position at the ASSISTANT, ASSOCIATE,or FULL PROFESSOR level in microbiology.

Candidates pursuing innovative research in all areas of prokaryotic biol-ogy will be considered, including but not limited to biotechnology, cell,developmental, environmental, or evolutionary microbiology, geneticmechanisms and genomics, host-pathogen interactions, and syntheticbiology. The primary criteria for selection will be excellence and cre-ativity in research and scholarship. We strongly encourage applicationsfrom candidates who will increase the exposure of our students to adiverse culture.

The successful candidates will be expected to maintain a vigorous,externally funded research program and to contribute to the teaching ofundergraduate and graduate students. We offer a highly interactive andcollegial research environment, a strong modern infrastructure, and acompetitive startup package. More information about our departmentcan be found at www.bio.tamu.edu. For full consideration, applicantsshould send a letter of intent, curriculum vitae, statement of research andteaching interests, and three letters of recommendation by September1, 2008 to:

Microbiology Faculty Search Committee

Department of Biology

Texas A&M University

3258 TAMU

College Station, TX 77843-3258

If you have questions about this search, please direct e-mails to Dr.Michael Benedik, Chair of the Search Committee, at [email protected].

Texas A&M University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and has apolicy of being responsive to the needs of dual-career couples.

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Winthrop University Hospital, a 591-bed teaching hospital of Stony Brook University seeks a Chief ResearchOfficer to direct its research enterprise and execute its newly developed strategic plan. The research pro-gram has four cores: Administrative, Health Outcomes, Applied Science, and Clinical and TranslationalScience. At least four ResearchThemes are in planning; the first theme is a Center for Diabetes,Obesity andCardiometabolic Research. Construction of a new research building has been approved.

Applicants should have an MD or PhD degree and recognition as a senior scientist by academic rank andrecord of extramural funding. Prior experience in strategic planning and management of a successful trans-lational research enterprise, including the development of external resources and fundraising, is required.The CRO will serve as the internal and external advocate for research-related issues and report directly tothe Chief Academic Officer. The position is supported by a competitive recruitment package.

Winthrop is an academic medical center sponsoring 21 ACGME-accredited residency and fellowship pro-grams. Training occurs under the aegis of approximately 170 full time faculty who hold academic appoint-ments at Stony Brook University School of Medicine. Winthrop is a major teaching affiliate of SBU, provid-ing core experiences throughout the four year curriculum.

Institutions in the area that provide opportunities for collaboration include Brookhaven NationalLaboratory, Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory and Stony Brook University. Winthrop is also a member ofAMDeC (Academic Medicine Development Company), an organization that represents New York’s preemi-nent research institutions.

WUH is located on Long Island, 30 minutes from Manhattan and near LI’s beaches and recreational areas.

Please send inquiries & curriculum vitae to: John Aloia, MD, Chief Academic Officer,Winthrop-University Hospital, 222 Station Plaza North, Ste 510, Mineola, NY11501. Fax: 516-663-3813. Email: [email protected]

WUH is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity, and the diversity of its workforce. EOE-AA-m/f/d/v

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Immunology Editor for Science

Science is seeking a full-timeAssociate Editor in the biological sciencesto work in our Washington, DC, USA or Cambridge, UK office. We arelooking for an exceptional life scientist with broad interests, a livelycuriosity, and experience with cutting-edge research in immunology,with additional knowledge of at least one other area of biomedicine.Responsibilities include managing the review, selection, and editing ofmanuscripts, working with authors on revisions, soliciting reviews andspecial issues, and fostering contacts and communication with the sci-entific community. The ability to work constructively as a member of ateam is necessary, but previous editorial experience is not a prerequisite.Candidates are expected to travel to scientific meetings.

For this position, we require a Ph.D. in immunology plus postdoctoralexperience and multiple publications.

Science is published by the AAAS, the world’s largest multidisciplinaryscientific membership organization. Visit us at www.aaas.org.

For consideration send a cover letter and resume, along with your salaryrequirements, to:

AAAS

Human Resources Office, Suite 101

1200 New York Ave., NW

Washington, DC 20005

Or by email to: [email protected] by fax to: 202-682-1630

EOE. Nonsmoking work environment.

ONR Global is searching for scientists and

engineers for international positions.

The mission of the Office of Naval Research (ONR) Global is to serve as

the primary international science and technology (S&T) node of the Naval

Research Enterprise, provide access to the worldwide S&T community and to

ensure technological awareness.

ONR Global is seeking highly qualified individuals to serve on a temporary

assignment (2-4 years) as liaison scientists and engineers in our offices in

London and Tokyo. Liaison scientists and engineers build relationships with

emerging and leading international scientists, provide technical assessments,

and facilitate the integration of international research into ONR programs.

Currently we are seeking scientists and engineers with expertise in a range

of Naval relevant disciplines including:

U.S. CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED • AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

• Applied physics

• Autonomous systems

• Behavioral sciences

• Communication networks

• Directed energy

• Human factors

• Materials science

For information on the Office of Naval Research Global please visit our

webpage at www.onrglobal.navy.mil.asp. Please send your resume to

[email protected] if interested. Review of applications will

be ongoing throughout the year. This is a detail opportunity for current

federal government employees or an Intergovernmental Personnel Act (IPA)

opportunity for employees of universities or non-profit organizations.

The Pew Latin American Fellows Program in the BiomedicalSciences provides support for young scientists from Latin Americafor post-doctoral training in the United States.

ARGENTINA

Maria Fernanda Ceriani, Ph.D., ChairFundación Instituto LeloirPhone: (54) (11) 5238-7500 Ext. 3109Fax: (54) (11) 5238-7501E-mail: [email protected]

BRAZIL

Sandro Jose de Souza, Ph.D., ChairLudwig Institute for Cancer ResearchPhone: (55) (11) 3388-3211Fax: (55) (11) 3207-7001E-mail: [email protected]

CHILE

María Estela Andrés, Ph.D., ChairCatholic University of ChilePhone: (562) 354-2559Fax: (562) 354-2660E-mail: [email protected]

MEXICO

Enrique Alejandro Reynaud Garza, Ph.D., ChairInstituto de Biotecnología, UNAMPhone: (52) (777) 329-0831Fax: (52) (777) 317-2388E-mail: [email protected]

All Other Countries

Silvia Montano de Jiménez, MPAThe Pew Latin American Fellows Program3333 California Street, Suite 410San Francisco, CA 94118Phone: (415) 476-5116Fax: (415) 502-4992E-mail: [email protected]: http://www.pewlatinfellows.com/

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Duke University Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

FACULTY POSITION

Ion Channel Research Unit

The Ion Channel Research Unit, a cooperative effort of the Departmentsof Pharmacology & Cancer Biology, Neurobiology and Medicine at DukeUniversity Medical Center, invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at

the Assistant Professor/Associate Professor level.

The candidate is expected to work primarily as a laboratory researcher. High priority

will be placed on creativity in laboratory research, potential for independent funding

and dedication to excellence in teaching. Candidates should be a scientist or a physician-

scientist with a laboratory research program in an area of membrane excitability and/

or ion channel structure/function and/or ion channel physiology. Eligible candidates

must hold a PhD, MD, MD /PhD or equivalent degree and have a demonstrated track

record, expertise and excellence in basic science research.

The participating Departments are world leaders in multiple areas of molecular,

cellular, and systems-based research. Opportunities to interact with and build upon

programs relevant to membrane excitability include those in neuroscience, cardiac

electrophysiology, hormone signaling and renal physiology.

A generous start-up package commensurate with the candidate’s academic level will be

provided. Interested individuals should email a CV, statement of research interest, and

names of three references to [email protected].

The European Science Foundation (ESF) provides a platform for its Member Organi-

sations to advance European research and explore new directions for research at the

European level. Established in 1974 as an independent non-governmental organisa-

tion, the ESF currently serves 77 Member Organisations including Research Funding

Agencies, Research Performing Organisations and Academies, across 30 countries.

Mission

The Director of Science and Strategy Development will play an essential role in the

high-level management of the Foundation. He/She will be in charge of leading the

Science Units and of their further professionalisation and of the strengthening of

the high-quality researcher-led co-operation in science in Europe through the ESF.

He/She will contribute to the development of a dynamic role for the ESF in the ERA

through new strategic directions, will represent the Foundation at a very high level

and improve its visibility within the European research community by further devel-

oping the ESF Communications strategy. He/She will be an effective and trusted

support for the ESF Statutory bodies.

The Director of Science and Strategy Development is a member of the Committee of

Directors of the ESF and reports directly to the Chief Executive.

Position responsibilities

This position will involve:

• Developing with the Chief Executive the strategic agenda of the ESF and its high

level priorities;

• Supporting the Chief Executive in European Research Area issues;

• Ensuring a successful implementation of the ESF Strategy through an effective

leadership of the Science Units as well as through further development of ESF

internal quality assurance;

• Further developing ESF’s communications within the overall ESF Strategy Plan;

• Contributing to the strengthening of relations with ESF Member Organisations;

• Managing the preparation of ESF Statutory meetings;

• Promoting a climate of positive, trustful and respectful staff relations and managing

staff performance in a professional manner.

The post is based at ESF in Strasbourg, France.

Profile and working conditions are described in the complete position

announcement available at www.esf.org/vacancy-dssd

Please send your application by 25 August 2008 to [email protected] quoting

the following reference identi�er DSSD or to ESF, Human Resources Unit –

1 quai Lezay-Marnésia, BP 90015, F-67080 Strasbourg France.

Interviews will be held in Strasbourg in 1st week of September 2008.

Further details at www.esf.org

Invites applications for a

Director ofScience and StrategyDevelopment

SENIOR RESEARCH MANAGER

Pioneer Hi-Bred, a DuPont business, is theworld leader in the discovery, development anddelivery of elite crop genetics. We are looking foran experienced scientist to fill a Senior ResearchManager position at our Johnston, IA location.This Senior Research Manager will lead a groupof researchers responsible for advancing ourNitrogen Utilization Efficiency (NUE) and YieldEnhancement initiatives in maize. The candidatewill be responsible for delivering productsthat are transgenically-enhanced for efficientnitrogen utilization and for increased yieldand productivity. In addition, creativity and avision for the future will be critical to providingleadership in developing the next generation ofyield-enhanced crops.

Ph.D. in biological sciences and 10-12 yearsexperience in area of specialty or uniquescientific skills in a specialized area of scienceincluding 4-6 years of scientific management orleadership experience or equivalent amounts ofrelevant education and experience.

Req ID for this position is 6924BR. For acomplete job description and to apply, go towww.pioneer.com/careers

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FACULTY POSITIONS

MICROBIAL PATHOGENESIS

The Department of Molecular Microbiology and Immunology at theUniversity of Missouri, School of Medicine invites applications formultiple tenure track faculty positions at the Assistant, Associate orProfessor level in the area of microbial pathogenesis (described in detailat http://www.mmi.missouri.edu). Emphasis is on bacterial systemsbut other areas will be considered. Broad research topics and approachesmight include but are not limited to microbial physiology, mechanismsof pathogenesis, host responses to infection, gut and mucosal micro-biomes in disease, molecular genetics, (meta)genomics, proteomics,molecular evolution, systems biology and bioinformatics. BSL3/ABSL3containment facilities for the study of select agents are available (http://www.rbl.missouri.edu). Interdisciplinary initiatives in the life sciences(http://www.missouri.edu) along with excellent core facilities (http://research.missouri.edu/division/cores.htm) offer diverse collaborativeopportunities. Successful recruits will develop/maintain independentlyfunded programs synergistic with existing research, and contribute tograduate and medical student training. Candidates must have a Ph.D.,M.D., or equivalent degree and appropriate post-doctoral or facultyexperience with demonstrated research productivity.

Review of applications will begin August 1, 2008 and continue untilrecruitment is complete.Applicants should submit (electronically if pos-sible) a curriculum vitae, statement of research interests/goals, and thecomplete contact information for at least three references to:MicrobialPathogenesis Search Committee, c/o Ms. Shelly Crawford, M616

Medical Sciences Building, Department of Molecular Microbiol-

ogy and Immunology, University of Missouri, School of Medicine,

Columbia, MO 65212; (573) 882-8989; [email protected].

The University of Missouri is an AA/EOE. Women and minoritiesunder-represented in biomedical research are encouraged to apply.

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UCL Institute of Neurology

Queen Square

Wellcome Trust Centre for Neuroimaging

Postdoctoral ResearchAssociate: DecodingMemories from fMRISignalsA Wellcome Trust funded Post-doctoral Research

Associateship is available under the supervision of

Professor Eleanor Maguire.

The appointee will play a key role in researching

spatial and episodic memory using multivariate

analysis of high spatial resolution functional MRI

data. Application of decoding techniques to the

human hippocampus and related brain areas offers

an exciting new avenue for exploring how memories

are coded by the neurons of the brain. The appointee

will benefit from interactions with a critical mass of

cognitive neuroscience researchers, methodologists

and technologists at the Centre that contribute to an

excellent environment for conducting the highest

quality research.

Applicants should have a PhD in computer science,

mathematics, physics, cognitive neuroscience or a

related discipline. They should have advanced skills

in programming (e.g. Matlab, C++) combined with

experience of or an interest in applying these skills to

biological questions relating to human memory.

Experience of analysing fMRI data, and of machine

learning/multivariate analysis techniques is also

highly desirable. Applicants should be able to

demonstrate a consistently outstanding academic

record, including publications. Excellent

organisational and communication skills, and the

ability to work both independently and as part of a

team, are also required.

This post is available from 1st October 2008 and is

funded for three years. Starting salary on the UCL

Grade 7 scale in the range: £30,939 - £36,429 pa

inclusive, superannuable.

Further details should first be obtained from

Miss Katy Brinded, Personnel Officer, Institute of

Neurology, Queen Square, London WC1N 3BG (tel:

020 7676 2191; email: [email protected]).

Informal enquiries welcome to:

[email protected]

Closing date for applications:

Thursday 31st July, 2008.

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DIRECTOR, SANFORD PROJECT

A MAJOR MULTIDISCIPLINARY RESEARCHINITIATIVE IN TYPE 1 DIABETES MELLITUS

Sanford Research/USD is seeking a vibrant senior leaderto direct the Sanford Project, a major multidisciplinaryresearch initiative in type 1 diabetes mellitus (DM).An historic $400 million gift by philanthropist T. DennySanford to Sanford Health has allowed for expansion ofSanford Research/USD and the formulation of the SanfordInitiatives, the defining projects of Sanford Health:www.sanfordhealth.org/Newsroom/SanfordInitiatives.

After consultation with a distinguished group ofinternationally acclaimed senior scientists, type 1 DM wasrecently selected to be the focus of the Sanford Project.The Director of the Sanford Project will be charged withrecruiting and organizing an outstanding research team intype 1 DM, which will become a core occupant of SanfordResearch Park. Planned areas of research concentrationinclude regenerative medicine with a focus on beta cellregeneration and autoimmunity, as they pertain to type 1DM. Sanford Health is prepared to commit substantialresources from the Sanford gift to the Sanford Project. Anadditional donation by Mr. Sanford has led to the creation ofa two-campus Sanford Children’s Health Research Center:at the Burnham Institute for Medical Research in La Jolla,California and Sanford Research/USD in Sioux Falls, SouthDakota. The collaboration between the two locations willestablish the basis of an integrated, world class, academicpediatric research network. Type 1 DM is also a major focusof the Sanford Children’s Health Research Center.

We seek a senior scientific leader with a superior recordof accomplishment in type 1 DM. Qualifications include theMD and/or PhD degrees, a well established funding recordand exceptional leadership qualities. This individual shouldbe capable of qualifying for academic appointment at therank of full Professor in the Department of Pediatrics ofthe Sanford School of Medicine of The University of SouthDakota and at the Burnham Institute for Medical Research.

Applications should include a detailed curriculum vitae,description of research experience and future plans, and thenames and contact information for at least three references.

Sanford Health is an Equal Opportunity/AffirmativeAction Employer.

Application materials should be sent to:

H. Eugene Hoyme, MD

Chief Medical Officer, Sanford Children’s Hospital

Professor and Chair, Department of Pediatrics

Sanford School of Medicine

of The University of South Dakota

1305 W. 18th St., PO Box 5039

Sioux Falls, SD 57117-5039

Telephone: (605) 333-6447 FAX: (605) 333-1507

Email: [email protected]

520-51030-0005 6/08

Professor in Synthetic Organic ChemistryProfessor in Chemical Biology

ETH Zurich invites applications for two faculty positions inSynthetic Organic Chemistry (1) and Chemical Biology (2) inthe Laboratory of Organic Chemistry (www.chab.ethz.ch) atthe senior level.

The research program of the candidates should focus eitheron the discovery and development of novel synthesis methodsand strategies or on the application of chemical methodsto study biological problems. He or she will be expected toteach undergraduate level courses (German or English) andgraduate level courses (English) in organic chemistry.

The ideal candidates should have a proven record of successful,internationally recognized research programs, excellence inteaching, and a willingness to collaborate within and outsideETH Zurich.

Please submit your application together with a curriculumvitae, a list of publications, and a statement on future teachingand research activities to the President of ETH Zurich, Prof.Dr. Ralph Eichler, Raemistrasse 101, 8092 Zurich, Switzerland,no later than October 15, 2008. With a view toward increasingthe number of female professors, ETH Zurich specificallyencourages female candidates to apply.

Shantou University

The Multidisciplinary ResearchCen te r (MRC ) o f Shan touUniversity (STU) (http://mrc.stu.edu.cn) in Guangdong/Chinais seeking to recruit 10 facultymembers in areas of IndustrialMicrobiology, Molecular Biology,Cell Biology, Polymer Synthesisand Cha rac te r iza t ion. Theappointments will be made atthe ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR

OR FULL PROFESSOR level.Applicants should have Ph.D.deg ree w i th pos tdoc to ra lexperiences. The successfulcandidates should have excellentinterpersonal skills for cross-disciplinary collaborations, andarewilling to contribute to teachingprograms.Thepositions comewithat least 100m² laboratory spaces,substantial startup funds andcompetitive salary. Candidateswith leadership experiences areparticularly encouraged to apply.Please send your detailed CVwith three referees to: Mrs HongZHANG, e-mail: [email protected]

University of Cincinnati College of MedicineDepartment of Cancer and Cell Biology

The newly created Department of Cancer and Cell Biology at the Univer-sity of Cincinnati, College of Medicine invites applications for severaltenure-track faculty positions in the area of cell signaling in relation tocancer. Individuals recruited for full and associate professor positionsare expected to lead internationally recognized and well funded researchprograms. Assistant professor candidates must have an outstandingpublication record and demonstrated potential to secure external grantfunding.

The Department of Cancer and Cell Biology occupies the Vontz Centerfor Molecular Studies, a 35,000-square feet, state-of-the-art researchfacility designed by world-renowned architect Frank O. Gehry. Currentfaculty lead highly visible research programs related to the signal trans-duction pathways central to various types of cancer. These include therole of aPKC, AKT, S6K/mTOR, Chk2 and ER, and VHL signaling inthe development of prostate, liver, breast, endometrial and kidney cancer.Other areas of strength include studies of tumor suppressor proteins,mutagenesis, chromatin remodeling, telomeres, cell cycle checkpointsand hypoxia. Our graduate program includes ~45 graduate students anda strong cadre of postdoctoral fellows, many of whom are supported byNIH training grants.

These positions will be supported by the Department of Cancer andCell Biology, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, CincinnatiChildren’s Hospital Medical Center and University Hospital of Cincin-nati. They are a critical part of a major effort to expand cancer focusedresearch among these organizations.

Qualified individuals can apply by submitting a CV, statement ofresearch interests and names of referees to www.jobsatuc.com (position#28UC0815) or via email toDr. JorgeMoscat, Chairman, Cancer andCell Biology Department at [email protected].

YALE UNIVERSITYSchool of Forestry & Environmental Studies

DEAN OF THE SCHOOL OFFORESTRY AND ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES

Yale University’s School of Forestry & Environmental Studies (F&ES) seeks outstanding candidates forthe Deanship of the School. F&ES is more than a century old, and recognized worldwide as a leadinginstitution for forestry, environmental science, industrial environmental management, environmentalpolicy, environmental social science, and related fields, teaching and research being carried out bynearly 40 academic faculty and frequent distinguished visitors. The School will move into Kroon Hall,designed as a LEED-platinum building, at the end of 2008.

F&ES has a widely acclaimed doctoral program and a large Master’s program (one of the oldest in thecountry in this field), and it shares coordination of Yale College’s new undergraduate EnvironmentalStudies major. The school has a global orientation, as reflected in its involvement in a number of areasof global research and its active recruitment of international students, who comprise nearly one-thirdof the student body.

F&ES plays a central role inYale University’s widely recognized activities in environmental scholarship,education, and operations.Yale’s Office of Sustainability is internationally recognized as a leader in theseareas, and the University is among the few organizations of any kind to have made a firm commitmentto reduce its greenhouse gas emissions to pre-1990 levels.

Candidates for theDeanship should have demonstrated strong capabilities for leadership, aswell as a recordof scholarship in a suitable area of forestry or environmental studies, either in an academic setting, thenon-governmental sector, or a government agency. Extensive international experience and an internationalperspective are desirable, as is a record of leadership in multidisciplinary research and in graduate andundergraduate education, and a record of successful funding for research and institutional development.

Applications should include a letter of interest, a complete CV, and a list of three references. All infor-mation should be sent to: Robert Burger, FES Dean Search Committee, Office of the Provost, YaleUniversity, 1 Hillhouse Ave., P.O. Box 208365, New Haven, CT 06520-8365, USA. Inquiries can besent to the committee at [email protected]. Applications received by September 15, 2008will receive full consideration.

Yale University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Men and women of diverseracial/ethnic backgrounds and cultures are encouraged to apply. Women and minority candidates, as

well as candidates from developing countries, are particularly urged to apply.

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Division FellowThe Helios Solar Energy Research Center (SERC) atBerkeley Lab invites applications from early careerscientists with outstanding promise and creative abilityfor a Divisional Fellow position.

The position will open up a new research directionand establish an independent program of internationalstature within a multi-disciplinary environment, as partof one or more research thrusts in the Helios SERC.

Funding is provided and includes support for researchstaff. The research focus is solar fuel generation byengineered materials (artificial photosynthesis).

Research areas of primary interest include:

• Innovative nanoscale photovoltaics tuned tosupport catalytic activities

• Development of improved catalysts to split waterand/or to reduce carbon dioxide

• Development of nanoporous or other platforms tosupport the components

We are looking for an individual with the abilityto implement new research directions, methods,instruments and processes. The successful candidatewill have a relevant Ph.D. plus a substantial record ofrelevant accomplishments and creative research.

Please visit http://jobs.lbl.gov and enter 21888 in thesearch field to view the job details and to apply.

Berkeley Lab is an Affirmative Action/Equal OpportunityEmployer committed to the development of a diverseworkforce.

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Research DirectorThe Cody Center

Stony Brook University’s Matt and Debra Cody Center for Autism andDevelopmental Disabilities in the Department of Pediatrics seeks a Directorof Research. The Cody Center is a major provider of multidisciplinary diagnosticand clinical services, educational programs and clinical and neurobiologicalresearch in Autism and related disabilities on Long Island. The Cody Centermaintains a clinical database of over 1500 cases of children with Autismspectrum disorders seen at the Center.

Responsibilities: Devising and leading an integrated multi-disciplinaryneurobiological research agenda focused in Autism related research,utilizing concepts of translational research, supervising research staff,mentoring research fellows at the Center, and promoting collaborationamong researchers of the Cody Center Research Consortium, which includesStony Brook University, Brookhaven National Laboratory, and Cold SpringHarbor Laboratory. The candidate will be expected to lead an initiative toobtain grant support to further expand and maintain the research center.The candidate will also participate in teaching.

Required: A doctorate (M.D. and/or Ph.D.) in a relevant neurobiological orneurodevelopmental discipline, or genetics. Ten or more years of fundedresearch experience, and a strong background in Autism-related research,including participation in funded research projects investigating aspects ofautism, and publications in peer reviewed journals. Particular preferencewill be given to individuals who have clinical as well as research-baseddegrees. Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

For full position description visit (REF: F-5056-08-06). Interested candidates should submit a letter of applicationand C.V. to: Margaret M. McGovern, M.D., Ph.D., Professor and ChairStony Brook University Medical CenterDepartment of PediatricsHealth Sciences Center T11 020Stony Brook, NY 11794-8111

Fax: (631) 444-7865

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

UCL Institute of NeurologyQueen Square

Wellcome Trust Centre for Neuroimaging

Post-doctoral ResearchAssociate: fMRI ofMemory and ImaginationA Wellcome Trust funded Post-doctoralResearch Associateship is available under thesupervision of Professor Eleanor Maguire.

The appointee will play a key role in researchingthe neural basis of episodic/autobiographicalmemory, scene construction and imaginationusing functional MRI and neuropsychologicalassessment of patients with memoryimpairments. This is an exciting opportunity tocontribute to a fast-developing field seeking tounderstand the relationship between recallingthe past, imagining the future and othercognitive functions. The appointee will benefitfrom interactions with a critical mass ofcognitive neuroscience researchers,methodologists and technologists at the Centrethat contribute to an excellent environment forconducting the highest quality research.

Applicants should have a PhD in psychology,cognitive neuroscience or a related discipline.They should have research experience withinthe broad project area, of programming withMatlab, and of designing, executing andanalysing experiments using functional MRI.They should be able to demonstrate aconsistently outstanding academic record,including publications. Excellent organisationaland communication skills, and the ability towork both independently and as part of a team,are also required.

This post is available from 1st October 2008and is funded for three years. Starting salaryon the UCL Grade 7 scale in the range £30,939- £33,561 pa inclusive, superannuable. Furtherdetails should first be obtained from Miss KatyBrinded, Personnel Officer, Institute ofNeurology, Queen Square, London WC1N 3BG(tel: 020 7676 2191; email:[email protected]). Informal enquirieswelcome to: [email protected].

Closing date for applications:Thursday 31st July, 2008.

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The University of Lausanne wishes to promote theaccess of women to academic careers and encouragesapplications from women.

THE FACULTY OF BIOLOGY AND MEDICINE OF

THE UNIVERSITY OF LAUSANNE, SWITZERLAND

INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITIONS OF

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR AND

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR TENURE-TRACK FOR

AN ASSOCIATE PROFESSORSHIP

IN NEUROSCIENCES

Thetwopositionsare full-time,at theDepartment

of Cell Biology and Morphology (DBCM), starting

on April 2009 or to be determined.

Research at the DBCM (www.unil.ch/dbcm)

is focused on the nervous system. Supported

by up-to-date cellular imaging techniques,

topics include: development and plasticity of

the cerebral cortex, glia-neuron interactions,

vesicular secretion and neuronal cell death. In

collaboration with clinical departments of the

Faculty, the DBCM is engaged in studying the

mechanisms underlying various diseases of the

nervous system.

The successful applicants (MD and/or PhD) are

expected to conduct an original and independent

research program in a field coherent with the

activities of the DBCM and will participate in

the teaching of macroscopic and microscopic

morphology, cellular biology and neurosciences

for medical and biology students and in the

doctoral programs. At the undergraduate level

teaching in French is required, but a period of

adjustment can be granted.

The job description is available on the Web at

the address www.unil.ch/fbm/page2295_fr.html.

For further information, please contact Prof.

Mehdi Tafti ([email protected]), chair of the

search committee.

Applicants should send their curriculum vitae,

a list of publications in which the five most

significant are identified, a brief description of

their future research goals and at least three

names of reference before September 5th , 2008

to Prof. Patrick Francioli, Dean of the Faculty of

Biology and Medicine, rue du Bugnon 21,

CH-1005 Lausanne, Switzerland.

Tenure Track Assistant Professor inHuman Immunology or Infectious Disease

The Department of Molecular Genetics and Microbiology at the Universityof New Mexico School of Medicine (http://hsc.unm.edu/som/micro/) isseeking a tenure track faculty member in immunology with an interest intranslational research. The successful applicant will be an active participantin departmental activities including medical school teaching. Exceptionalapplicants at theAssociate Professor rank with translational research experi-ence will also be considered. Salary and rank commensurate with qualifica-tions and experience.

Minimum Requirements:

• Ph.D., M.D. or equivalent• 2 years of postgraduate research experience in immunology• experience in or potential for human translational studies• eligible to work in the United States

Desirable Qualifications:

• strong record of scientific accomplishments• high probability of receiving external funding• plan for human translational studies• potential synergy with the Infectious Disease and Immunology signatureprogram (http://hsc.unm.edu/som/programs/cidi/about.shtml) and theClinical and Translational Science Center (http://hsc.unm.edu/research/ctsc/index.shtml)

• interest in medical school teaching

UNMplaces a high priority on the success of its junior faculty. The successfulapplicant would participate in a mentored Career Development Program toensure success in extramural funding and the development of a translationalresearch component.

Applicants must submit a CV, a letter addressing career goals and qualifica-tions, a brief research plan including a clearly stated significance section andthe names of 3 references to: Dolores Tarín, Department Administrator,MSC08 4660, 1 University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM, 87131.For best consideration apply by September 15, 2008. The position willremain open until filled.

UNM is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative ActionEmployer and Educator.

Faculty PositionsDepartment of Cell Biology

Yale University School of Medicine

The Cell Biology Department seeks exceptional can-didates at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professorwho wish to initiate independent research programs in

the field. Successful candidates will have Ph.D. and/or M.D. degrees anda demonstrated record of originality and productivity in research duringgraduate training and/or post-doctoral research, as well as well-formulatedplans for independent research. Although the focus is on tenure-trackjunior faculty appointments, applicants for senior faculty ranks may alsobe considered. TheDepartment will be undergoing amajor expansionwiththe recruitment of a newChair,Dr. James E. Rothman, andwill house thenewly foundedYale Center for HighThroughput Cell Biology.All areas ofbasic or translational research on themechanisms of processes occurring atcellular and subcellular levels are of interest. However, we are especiallytargeting multiple appointments in each of the following fields:

Subcelluar imaging – super-resolution optical microscopy, fluorescentprobe/protein development, and novel electron microscopy. Theseappointments may be physicists, engineers, or chemists, in addition tobiologists.

Nuclear cell biology – organization and dynamics of compartments ofthe nucleus.

Trafficking/organelles – focus on the organization of and within cellularmembranes and the compartments of the cytoplasm.

Please send your CV, list of publications, a summary of doctoral research[1 page], a summary of post-doctoral research [maximum 2 pages], and aresearch plan [no more than 3 pages], along with the names and addresses(including email) of three potential references by October 1, 2008 to:[email protected].

Applications from, or nominations of, women and minority scientists areencouraged. Yale is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

POSITIONS OPEN

RESEARCH CHEMISTS – GERIATRICENDOCRINOLOGY AND METABOLISM

Veterans Health AdministrationWashington, D.C., Veterans Affairs Medical Center

The Washington, D.C., Veterans Affairs MedicalCenter seeks two outstanding candidates (GS-14 andGS-13) for positions as full-time Research Chemistsin geriatric endocrinology and metabolism in the lab-oratory of the Associate Chief of Staff for Researchand Development (ACOS R&D), in the Research Ser-vice of the Washington, D.C., VA Medical Centercampus. Applicants must possess a Ph.D. and/or M.D.degree.The successful candidates will have research skills

in molecular biology, genetics/genomics, muscle, fat,and/or vascular biology related to obesity, diabetes,exercise physiology, nutrition, and/or gonadal steroidand growth hormone axis physiology. She/he willbe expected to conceptualize, write, and conduct newlaboratory-oriented research protocols, and to competesuccessfully for research funding from federal and/orprivate agencies. A strong publication record in lab-oratory research is required. Interdisciplinary researchcollaborations in endocrine-metabolic, geriatric, car-diovascular, and exercise rehabilitation research will beconducted at the Washington, D.C., VAMedical Cen-ter, and in partnership with the Baltimore VA MedicalCenter_s Geriatric Research Education and ClinicalCenter (GRECC), Claude Pepper Older AmericansIndependence Center, NIH Clinical Nutrition Re-search Unit, Diabetes Research and Training Center,and Rehabilitation Research Center.The GS-14 will serve as the principal laboratory-

based scientist conducting basic research related togeriatric endocrinology and metabolism under thesupervision of the ACOS R&D, and will serve as theLaboratory Director. The GS-13 will also serve as asenior laboratory-based scientist conducting basic re-search in geriatric endocrinology and metabolism andwill, with the Laboratory Director and ACOS R&D,co-supervise the laboratory_s other scientists, fellows,students, and other trainees.The Research Service at the Washington, D.C., VA

Medical Center provides contemporary laboratory,translational, and clinical research facilities in additionto a collegial and nurturing working environment.Rank and salary will be commensurate with expe-

rience. Candidates should forward a resume, one-pageletter of interest and the names and contact informa-tion of three references to: Human Resources De-partment (05), 50 Irving Street NW, Washington,DC 20422, Attention Ms. Cheryl Williams. E-mail:[email protected]; telephone: 202-745-8000ext. 7333. Academic inquiries should be addressedto: Dr. Marc Blackman, e-mail: [email protected]; telephone: 202-745-8000 ext. 8478.This announcement will remain open until filled.The Washington, D.C., VAMC does not discriminate in

employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, nationalorigin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, dis-ability, age, membership in an employee organization, or othernonmerit factor. The Washington, D.C., VAMC providesreasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities whereappropriate.

POSTDOCTORAL FELLOW positions availa-ble to study the molecular mechanisms of integrinsignaling and platelet activation using molecularbiological and biochemical techniques. Candidatesmust have M.D. or Ph.D. For fullest consideration,please submit curriculum vitae and names of threereferences by October 1, 2008, to: Dr. X. Du,Department of Pharmacology, MC 868, Univer-sity of Illinois at Chicago, 835 S. WolcottAvenue, Chicago, IL 60612. E-mail: [email protected].

UIC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

POSITIONS OPEN

The U.S. Department of Energy, Office ofScience, Office of Biological and EnvironmentalResearch (BER) is seeking a DIRECTOR for theLife and Medical Sciences Division. BER leads basicresearch supporting the energy and environmentalmissions of the Department of Energy. The Life andMedical Sciences Division supports research ingenomics, proteomics, structural biology, plantbiology, microbiology, radiation biology, radio-chemistry, and development of advanced imaginginstrumentation. The Division also supports thestate-of-the-art Joint Genome Institute/Produc-tions Genomics Facility for high throughput DNAsequencing and genomic analysis of environmentalmicrobes and plants. The Director leads a group of16 program managers and support staff with abudget of over $250 million. The Director is alsoresponsible for the Genomes to Life: BioenergyResearch Centers which are playing a leadership rolein scientific innovation for sustainable bioenergy.The Director is involved in strategic planning,multiyear program planning and implementation,and budgeting. The Director is a member of theSenior Executive Service, with a salary range of$114,468 to $158,500. For further informationabout this position and the instructions on how toapply and submit an application, please go towebsite : http://jobsearch.usajobs.gov/get job .a sp ? JobID072095987&AVSDM-02008%2D05%2D23þ06%3A52%3A04&Logo-00&lid0456&FedEmp0N&sort0rv&vw0b&brd-03876&ss00&jbf56501&FedPub0Y&caller0/ses.asp&SUBMIT1.x048&SUBMIT1.y018. It isimperative that you follow the instructions as statedon the announcement SES-SC-HQ-022 (cg). To beconsidered for this position, you must apply onlineand submit a copy of your college transcripts to meetthe positive education requirement. This announce-ment closes on July 22, 2008.

AQUATIC ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST.The Annis Water Resources Institute (AWRI) atGrand Valley State University seeks an AquaticEnvironmental Scientist. Candidate should havepostdoctoral experience, potential to develop andmaintain a strong, extramurally funded researchprogram, a demonstrated publication record, abilityto teach graduate courses in field of expertise, anddesire to work in a collaborative, interdisciplinaryenvironment. We are especially interested in indi-viduals with expertise in biogeochemistry, climatechange modeling, mathematical/theoretical ecology,and/or ecohydrology. This is a 12-month positionwith benefits. Apply on-line (only) at website:https://www.gvsujobs.org. Review of applicationswill begin immediately and continue until the posi-tion is filled. Further information about AWRI canbe found at website: http://www.gvsu.edu/wri.For inquiries about the position, contact Dr. AlanSteinman, e-mail: [email protected].

Grand Valley State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution.

POSTDOCTORAL POSITIONS are availablein the Microbiology and Cell Science Department,University of Florida, for qualified applicants with ademonstrated interest in prokaryotic molecular ge-netics and physiology. Two NIH-funded projects areavailable: (1) BBiofilm formation and dispersal mech-anisms[ will investigate biofilm development to iden-tify targets for combating biofilm infections. (2)BMechanism of CsrA-mediated global control[ willinvestigate a regulatory network involving an RNAbinding protein and noncoding RNAs. Applicantsshould e-mail their curriculum vitae and three ref-erences to: Tony Romeo, Ph.D., e-mail: [email protected].

POSITIONS OPEN

TENURE-TRACK FACULTY POSITIONin BIOMASS ACCUMULATION – Department

of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

The Department of Biochemistry and MolecularBiology at Michigan State University seeks to recruitan ASSISTANT PROFESSOR to study the mech-anisms controlling biomass accumulation in photo-synthetic organisms. Appointment at theASSOCIATEPROFESSOR level will be considered for exceptionalcandidates. Applications from individuals whose workintegrates aspects of biochemical, genetic, physiologi-cal, computational and genomic approaches are espe-cially encouraged. Topics of particular interest includethe metabolism of cell walls, oils, and biobased feed-stocks as well as the regulation of metabolic flux. Thesuccessful candidate will be expected to develop a vig-orous, independent research program supported by ex-tramural funding and to contribute to undergraduateand graduate teaching in an area of expertise. MichiganState University has a large and vibrant community ofplant biologists along with state-of-the-art analyticalcore facilities and co-leads the Great Lakes BioenergyResearch Center. Applications should include: coverletter, curriculum vitae, statement of research interestsand future directions, and three or more letters of ref-erence. Application materials should be sent electroni-cally to e-mail: [email protected] of application materials will begin on

September 1, 2008, and continue until a suitable ap-plicant is identified. Questions regarding this positionmay be sent toDean DellaPenna at e-mail: [email protected].

Michigan State University is an Affirmative Action, EqualOpportunity Employer. MSU is committed to achieving excel-lence through cultural diversity. The university actively encour-ages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color,veterans, and persons with disabilities.

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The U.S. Department of Energy, Office ofScience, Office of Biological and Environmen-tal Research (BER) is seeking a DIRECTORfor the Life and Medical Sciences Division.BER leads basic research supporting the en-ergy and environmental missions of the De-partment of Energy. The Life and MedicalSciences Division supports research in ge-nomics, proteomics, structural biology, plantbiology, microbiology, radiation biology, ra-diochemistry, and development of advancedimaging instrumentation. The Division alsosupports the state-of-the-art Joint GenomeInstitute/Productions Genomics Facility forhigh throughput DNA sequencing and ge-nomic analysis of environmental microbes andplants. The Director leads a group of 16 programmanagers and support staff with a budget of over$250 million. The Director is also responsible forthe Genomes to Life: Bioenergy ResearchCenters which are playing a leadership role inscientific innovation for sustainable bioenergy.The Director is involved in strategic planning,multiyear program planning and implementa-tion, and budgeting. The Director is a memberof the Senior Executive Service, with a salaryrange of $114,468 to $158,500. For furtherinformation about this position and the in-structions on how to apply and submit an appli-cation, please go to website: http://jobsearch.usajobs.gov/getjob.asp?JobID072095987&AVSDM02008%2D05%2D23þ06%3A52%3A04&Logo00&l id0456&FedEmp0N&sort0rv&vw0b&brd03876&ss00&jbf56501&FedPub0Y&caller0/ses.asp&SUBMIT1.x048&SUBMIT1.y018. It is im-perative that you follow the instructions as statedon the announcement SES-SC-HQ-022 (cg). Tobe considered for this position, you must applyonline and submit a copy of your college tran-scripts tomeet the positive education requirement.This announcement closes on July 22, 2008.

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