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Post-doctoral position available in the laboratory of Dr. Brett Lindenbach,
Section of Microbial Pathogenesis, Yale School of Medicine
We study positive-strand RNA viruses, including hepatitis C virus, dengue
virus, and yellow fever virus. We have developed tools for imaging of viral
proteins in live cells. Seeking a highly motivated postdoc who will utilize
these tools to study virus-host interactions and cell biology. Our primary
microscope is a Nikon TE2000 with Perfect Focus, Volocity Spinning Disk,
live cell chamber, and point source FRAP laser, operated under BSL-2+
conditions for live imaging of pathogens. Several other confocal and
wide-field microscopes are available for our use within the department and
at Yale. The lab is a well-funded and contains a dynamic group of
scientists. More information about the lab can be found at:
http://bbs.yale.edu/people/brett_lindenbach.profileThe qualified candidate will have the following attributes:
Experience in confocal imaging of live cells
Image analysis experience
Strong interest in studying RNA viruses
Strong interpersonal skills
Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.
Please send a cover letter, CV, and list of three references to Dr.
Lindenbach:
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