Applications are invited for an NIH-funded post-doctoral position at the Center of Cardiothoracic Research at the University of Chicago. This position will work in conjunction with a team to study roles of Sirtuins and HDACs in regulating cellular signaling, growth, apoptosis and cardiac remodeling. More information about our research interest can be referenced in recent publications [JCI, 119: 2758, 2009; MCB, 29: 4116, 2009; Science-Signal 4 (182) ra46, 2011 and Nat. Med. 18 (11): 1643, 2012.

Minimum qualifications include a PhD in the biological sciences or a related field; relevant research experience; a demonstrated record of effective verbal and written communication skills, including one-on-one and group communications with colleagues both inside and outside of the lab; and basic knowledge of cell-signaling and growth. For consideration, please send a CV and list of references with contact information to Dr. Mahesh Gupta, mgupta@surgery.bsd.uchicago.edu.

The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.