University of Pittsburgh, School of Dental Medicine
Application
Details
Posted: 10-Nov-23
Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Type: Full Time
Years of Experience:
Less than 2
Preferred Education:
Doctorate
Internal Number: 23008242
A postdoctoral position is available immediately at the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine, Pittsburgh, PA to study the genetic and epigenetic contributions to craniofacial and dental disorders. Studies will primarily focus on gene discovery and functional genomic characterization of identified variants in model systems. The Letra laboratory is part of the University of Pittsburgh Center for Craniofacial and Dental Genetics (CCDG) in the School of Dental Medicine and located in the Salk Research Pavilion, a brand-new state-of-the-art research tower on the upper campus in the Oakland neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
We are seeking a highly motivated, independent individual with a strong work ethic to join our team. The successful candidate will have a doctoral degree in the STEM fields, prior laboratory experience, and an interest in conducting studies in the field of craniofacial/dental genetics. A background in human genetics, cellular and/or molecular biology, and experience in DNA sequencing and cloning, CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing, tissue culture, immunostaining, and microscopy, is required. Experience in bioinformatics and big data analysis is highly desirable. Applicants must also have effective written and verbal skills in English, the ability to mentor both graduate and undergraduate students in a laboratory, and the desire to collaborate with colleagues of different backgrounds such as clinicians and basic scientists.
Candidate should have a Ph.D. and/or MD in a biomedical science or related field.
Qualified applicants should send a cover letter describing relevant research experiences and research interests, a curriculum vitae (CV), and contact information for three (3) professional references to Dr. Ariadne Letra at ariadneletra@pitt.edu. To apply go to: Job Description - Post Doctoral Associate (23008242) (taleo.net)
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Candidate should have a Ph.D. and/or MD in a biomedical science or related field.
About University of Pittsburgh, School of Dental Medicine
Since 1896, the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine has been educating students to take their places among the best dental practitioners, researchers and educators in our region, across the country, and even around the world.
We are proud of our long tradition as innovators in dental medicine. Our first female student was admitted 121 years ago, and today more than half of our vibrant and diverse first-year pre-doctoral class is women. We nurture in our students a strong foundation in the biological, behavioral and clinical sciences and a belief in the importance of professionalism and life-long learning.
Half a century ago we pioneered the specialty dental care that we now deliver in our fully equipped Center for Patients with Special Needs. The School’s general dental clinics and 11 specialty clinics play an integral role in improving the oral health of the patient population of southwestern Pennsylvania and beyond. Some patients travel hundreds of miles to access the high-quality care our clinics provide every day.
Our researchers expand the horizons of knowledge and are internationally renowned for their groundbreaking developments in the areas of crani...ofacial genetics and craniofacial regeneration. We are identifying genes that contribute to complex human phenotypes, and are using tissue engineering to heal wounds and restore function and appearance to defects of the face and skull.
Every day, the positive contributions of our faculty, staff, residents and students demonstrate their commitment to our mission of advancing the future of dental medicine through teaching, research and service. It is an honor to invite you to find out more about our students, faculty, staff and alumni.