Research Associate

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

Research Associate

Non-Tenure Track Faculty

Full-time, 12-month Contingent Position

Description:

A post-doctoral fellowship is available immediately to assist in our multidisciplinary studies of lipid, protein and membrane trafficking in mammary epithelial cells.  Our long-term goals are to define molecular mechanisms underlying the targeting and secretion of milk-lipid droplets and protein using cell and molecular biological techniques [Ogg et al. (2004) PNAS, 101, 10084-10089].  The successful applicant will investigate the potential roles of butyrophilin and xanthine oxidoreductase in the secretion of milk-lipid droplets by generating transgenic mouse strains.  Opportunities exist for collaborations within the University, as well as with the USDA, NIH, and other area research institutes. The University of Maryland, College Park is the flagship campus of the University System of Maryland.  It is located in the heart of the Baltimore-Washington research corridor, just 30 minutes from downtown Washington, D.C.

Qualifications:

Required–

Preferred–

Salary:

Salaries are highly competitive, negotiable and commensurate with qualifications. The University of Maryland offers an extensive benefits package.Applications: Send curriculum vitae/resume, a brief description of previous research experience, official transcripts and names and addresses of three professional references to:

Dr. Ian Mather

Department of Animal and Avian Sciences

3101 Animal Sciences Building

University of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742

Phone: (301) 405-1380, Fax: (301) 405-7980

Email:  imather@umd.edu

Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply directly by email.

Closing Date:

May 30, 2008 or applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is identified.

The University of Maryland is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer Women and minorities are encouraged to apply

For more information, contact Janet Carroll

Last updated: 05/2/2008