Postdoctoral Fellow-MSH-30040-218

Job Posting: Postdoctoral Fellow in Epigenome regulation and DNA repair in Proliferative Vascular Diseases.

Organization: Hadri Lab: Department of Pharmacological Science, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, NY 

 

Background:

The Hadri Lab at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to join our team in the field of epigenetics and DNA repair. Our lab focuses on novel therapies for vascular proliferative diseases and lung fibrosis. Hadri’s lab uses multidisciplinary approaches with an array of techniques that includes gene target therapy, 3D confocal microscopy, and mutiomics analysis by combining different “omics”: genomics, epigenomics, transcriptomics, and proteomics, as well as mouse models to investigate the role of the epigenetic regulation of DNA repair genes in pulmonary cells to advance next-generation therapeutics. We currently have a funded project centered around studying the SIN3a and SWI/SNF epigenetic complexes and associated pathways.

Position Overview:

We are looking for a postdoc with a strong background in epigenetics and gene and drug screening to contribute to our collaborative projects as part of an interdisciplinary team. The ideal candidate should possess excellent analytical skills, be able to work independently, and have experience leading projects to successful completion.

 

Specific Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will be responsible for applying various epigenetic tools and transcriptomic analysis and designing compounds for biomedically important proteins, with a focus on chromatin regulators.

Position Requirements:

• PhD in in the biomedical sciences or related field.

•  Experience in molecular biology, vascular biology, and mouse work including survival surgeries, histology/immunohistochemistry, and confocal imaging.

• Prepared to collaborate on multidisciplinary research projects.

• Highly motivated and creative candidates with strong research backgrounds and a track record of publications.

• The ability to supervise research trainees and/or technicians.

• The ability to communicate effectively with faculty, postdocs, and students of all levels.

 

 

How to Apply:

Interested applicants should email the following documents to Dr. Lahouaria Hadri (Lahouaria.hadri@mssm.edu):

• CV 

• Brief description of research interests and experience 

• List of 3 references

 

Compensation Statement

The Mount Sinai Health System (MSHS) provides a salary range to comply with the New York City Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for this role is $73,588.00 - $80,000.00 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.

, 858 - Pharmacological Sciences - ISM, Icahn School of Medicine

 

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