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<p><b>Cell biology/Mechanotransduction<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p>The Laboratory of Cell Structure and Dynamics (LCSD), in the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD), National Institutes of Health (NIH), is seeking to recruit a highly motivated senior postdoctoral fellow to investigate
the molecular basis of mechanotransduction in inner ear sensory hair cells. <o:p>
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<p>The LCSD is located in the newly constructed, multi-disciplinary Porter Neuroscience Research Center on the main NIH campus in Bethesda, Maryland. The laboratory studies the molecular mechanisms by which the actin-based sensory stereocilia establish and
maintain their precise shape and exquisite mechanosensitivity. We use a wide variety of
<em>in vitro</em> and <em>in vivo</em> techniques, including cellular and molecular biology in combination with advanced light and electron microscopy imaging approaches. We will also be incorporating cryo-electron tomography into our studies and have direct
access to state of the art cryo-EM equipment.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p>Candidates must have a PhD in Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Structural Biology, or a related discipline, and 2-3 years of postdoctoral training. The successful candidate will have expertise in cutting-edge molecular and cellular biology, a solid publication
record, strong oral and written communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team. Experience in cryo-EM or cryo-electron tomography is highly desirable, but not required.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Applicants should submit their curriculum vitae with bibliography, statement of interest, and names and contact information for three references to Dr. Bechara Kachar
at kacharb@nidcd.nih.gov. Applications will be reviewed starting December 15, 2016, and accepted until the position is filled. HHS, NIH, and NIDCD are Equal Opportunity Employers. The NIH is dedicated to building a diverse community in its training and employment
programs.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black">For more information about the LCSD and NIDCD, please visit our website:
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify"><a href="https://www.nidcd.nih.gov/about/staff/bechara-kachar-md"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#0070C0">https://www.nidcd.nih.gov/about/staff/bechara-kachar-md</span></a><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#0070C0"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify"><a href="https://www.nidcd.nih.gov/research/labs/section-structural-cell-biology"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#0070C0">https://www.nidcd.nih.gov/research/labs/section-structural-cell-biology</span></a><u><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#0070C0"><o:p></o:p></span></u></p>
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