A postdoctoral position is immediately available in the Stem Cell Biology Group of the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS), Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, to investigate the molecular basis of embryonic stem cell self-renewal and differentiation. The group is part of the Laboratory (i.e., department) of Molecular Carcinogenesis (LMC) in NIEHS. We have recently identified a list of novel candidate genes that are important for ES cell self-renewal in large-scale RNAi screens, and we are going to investigate and characterize their function in ES cells, mouse development, and the reprogramming of somatic cells. In addition, we will also use functional genetic approaches to study lineage-specification during ES cell differentiation and adult stem cell self-renewal and differentiation.

Applicants must have a doctoral level degree with less than five years of postdoctoral research. Experience in stem gene regulation, cell biology, or embryology is highly encouraged but not required. Competitive stipends are determined by educational degree(s) and number of years of relevant postdoctoral experience.

NIEHS is surrounded by prominent research institutions, and it provides a stimulating environment and excellent opportunities for young scientists to develop their research careers. The Scientist consistently lists NIEHS among the top places for postdoctoral training.

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Dr. Guang Hu
Stem Cell Biology Group
Laboratory of Molecular Carcinogenesis
National Institute of Environmental Health and Sciences
Mail Drop D4-03
111 Alexander Drive
Research Triangle Park, NC 27709
E-mail: hug4@niehs.nih.gov

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The National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS), located in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, is one of 27 research institutes and centers that comprise the National Institutes of Health (NIH), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). The mission of the NIEHS is to reduce the burden of human illness and disability by understanding how the environment influences the development and progression of human disease.

The NIEHS traces its roots to 1966, when the U.S. Surgeon General announced the establishment of the Division of Environmental Health Sciences within the NIH. In 1969, the division was elevated to full NIH institute status. Since then, the NIEHS has evolved to its present status as a world leader in environmental health sciences, with an impressive record of important scientific accomplishments and a proud history of institutional achievements and growth under the leadership of former directors Paul Kotin, M.D. (1969–1971), David P. Rall, M.D., Ph.D. (1971–1990), and Kenneth Olden, Ph.D. (1991–2005).

Today, under the guidance of its 2006–2011 Strategic Plan, the NIEHS is expanding and accelerating its contributions to scientific knowledge of human health and the environment, and to the health and well-being of people everywhere.