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Research Associate/Postdoctoral Researcher
The Department of Biology at the University of Washington (Seattle, WA) is
seeking a full-time postdoctoral researcher (Research Associate 0148) to
work in the laboratory of Dr. Alex Paredez. The project will focus on
G-protein signaling in the protozoan parasite Giardia lamblia. The long term
goal of this NIH-funded project is to define the role of Giardia's sole Rho
GTPase in the regulation of the cytoskeleton and membrane trafficking. As
the Giardia genome only contains a single Rho GTPase and a handful of
upstream modulators, the system is highly tractable and its study may
uncover fundamental biology and novel therapeutic strategies. See our lab
website for more information http://paredezlab.biology.washington.edu.
Review of applications will begin February 15, 2015, and continue until the
position is filled. The position is available immediately; however, the
start date is negotiable.
Responsibilities:
•  Formulate testable hypotheses relevant to the intellectual mission of the
lab

•  Perform experiments and maintain detailed records of results

•  Interpret, prepare and present results

•  Maintain expertise by reading research papers, attending journal club,
and attending relevant seminars and conferences

•  Prepare written manuscripts for publication; generate production-quality
figures using Adobe Creative suite, Prism etc.

•  Prepare and deliver oral and poster presentations on research results for
conferences

•  Assist in the organization and writing of grant proposals and project
reports
Minimum/Basic Qualification Required:
Applicants must have a PhD in biology, biochemistry, or a related field.
Desired:
•  First-author publication(s) in biochemistry, molecular and cell biology
or related fields

•  Experience in one or more of the following areas: cell signaling,
cytoskeleton, parasitology, molecular biology, protein biochemistry,
microscopy, and/or quantitative image analysis

•  Highly motivated and well-organized

•  Excellent verbal and written communication skills
University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research, and service.
University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity
employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national
origin, sex, age, status as protected veterans, or status as qualified
individuals with disabilities.
To apply:
Please submit a cover letter and curriculum vitae with contact information
for three references to [log in to unmask] Applications will be reviewed until
the position is filled.

Organization: Biology


Internal Number: nn10220


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Alexander Paredez, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
University of Washington
Dept. of Biology
Box 351800
Seattle, WA 98195
Lab: HCK 407
Office (206) 221-9197
Lab (206) 685-6091
http://paredezlab.biology.washington.edu