Employer: Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology
Website: http://www.oist.jp/en.html
Location: Okinawa Prefecture, Japan
Type: Postdoctoral
Posted: October 19, 2011
Expires: November 30, 2011
Jobs by tag(s): cell biology developmental biology signal transduction drosophila biochemistry
 
job description
Post-doctoral and technician positions are available at the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST) in Okinawa, Japan, in the laboratory of Dr. Mary Ann Price. The focus of the lab is the mechanism of Hedgehog signal transduction, particularly the regulation of Ci/Gli transcription factors. The laboratory uses a variety of approaches to address questions in this field, including biochemistry, molecular biology, imaging, and Drosophila genetics. Experience in any of the above techniques is desirable. Proficiency in oral and written English is essential. The starting annual salary will be 4.5-6.0 million yen (post-doc) or 2.8-4.5 million yen (technician) depending on experience. Please submit a curriculum vitae, a summary of research interests (post-doc applicants only), and the names of three referees to Dr. Mary Ann Price by e-mail (m.a.price@oist.jp). Deadline: November 30, 2011.