A postdoctoral position is available to study the pathogenesis of prion diseases using recombinant proteins and mouse models. We are focused on understanding the prion strain phenomenon and the molecular basis for species barriers. Candidates should have a Ph.D., research experience in biochemistry, and a strong interest in neurodegenerative disease research. Projects include peptide and protein aggregation experiments as well as the investigation of prion strains derived from in vivo material. Additional information can be found at http://pathology.ucsd.edu/faculty/Sigurdson.html. The University of California, San Diego, located on the La Jolla Mesa in close proximity to The Scripps Research Institute, the Salk Institute, and the Burnham Institute for Medical Research, provides a stimulating and interactive research environment.

To apply:

Please send curriculum vitae and contact information for three references to: Christina Sigurdson, D.V.M., Ph.D., Dept. of Pathology, UCSD, 9500 Gilman Drive, La Jolla, CA 92093-0612; e-mail: csigurdson@ucsd.edu