Two postdoctoral positions are available in the Suzuki Single-molecule Imaging Laboratory.
The lab is particularly interested in the fundamental molecular mechanisms for signal transduction
in the plasma membrane and the plasma membrane domain organization in nano-meso scales:
These play key roles in regulating signal transduction. The critical feature of the Suzuki lab lies in
its approaches: it advances and utilizes single-molecule imaging techniques (high-speed,
simultaneous-multicolor, single-molecule FRET) to observe the behaviours of individual
molecules in the plasma membrane of live cells, in addition to more conventional biochemical and
molecular biological approaches.

We are seeking for two postdoctoral fellows who are interested in a highly interdisciplinary
environment: one with strong background in biophysics and/or advanced fluorescence
microscopy, and the other in cellular and developmental biology. Interested applicants should
submit detailed curriculum vitae and the names of two references

A NIH-funded postdoctoral position is available immediately to study the regulation of expression, trafficking, localization and functions of voltage-gated Na+ and ligand-gated TRP channels by diverse cellular signal transduction pathways that are initiated by factors released from tumor/microenvironment. The laboratory's research is geared towards thorough understanding of tumor-nerve crosstalk via neuronal ion channel modulations that underlie cellular plasticity and regulation of electrical excitability of neurons, in relation to cancer-induced pain and tumor-induced seizure conditions. The laboratory utilizes multidisciplinary approach, which include primary neuronal cultures/co-cultures, biochemical, cell/molecular biological, immunohistochemical, pharmacological and electrophysiological techniques, as well as diverse rodent behavioral assessments in a number of genetically-modified mouse models. The laboratory has its own tissue culture, biochemical, cell/molecular biological, electrophysiological, microscopy and rodent behavioral analysis facilities. In addition, the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine has outstanding core research (microscopy & imaging, histopathological, genomic, proteomic and transgenic) facilities, for the rapid advancement of research work.

Applicant must be highly motivated individual possessing a PhD or MD/PhD degree with thorough training/experience preferably in patch-clamp electrophysiology, as well as have very good knowledge in basic cell physiology, as evidenced from peer-reviewed research publications. Experience in intracellular or field potential recordings in brain/spinal cord slices, and any of the above-mentioned techniques will be an added advantage. Graduate students close to completing their doctoral degree in next couple of months are strongly encouraged to apply.

To apply send your CV with publication list, statement of research interests, and name & contact info of three referees to: Dr. D.P. Mohapatra at dp-mohapatra@uiowa.edu.

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

Postdoctoral position available in the Ratnaparkhi Laboratory (www.iiserpune.ac.in/~girish). The position is funded by a 5 year Wellcome Trust/ DBT India Alliance Grant

Skillset required for this position would include expertise in Proteomics, Drosophila genetics & Biochemistry. A strong academic track record required. Position will remain open till a suitable candidate is found.

The project involves the study of novel roles for the post-translational modifier SUMO in the Drosophila innate immune response using a proteomics based approach.

Please write to girish.iiserpune@gmail.com indicating the reasons for your interest and attach a detailed CV.

A Ph.D. in Science or Engineering.