Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Dessauer Lab

Laboratory of Dr. Carmen Dessauer is looking for a creative and talented Postdoctoral Fellow to join a dynamic, innovative research team within a highly interactive department. The Dessauer lab focuses on spatial and temporal aspects of cyclic AMP signaling as they relate to cardiac physiological function and disease. Dysregulation of cAMP compartmentation plays a key role in the development and progression of many disease states, included various cardiovascular diseases. Funded projects center on characterization of novel macromolecular scaffolds that organize protein complex formation to regulate cAMP production downstream signal transduction and the coordination of crosstalk between other signaling pathways. We employ multiple approaches in our research including biochemical, molecular, proximity-dependent biotin identification and bioinformatics, and imaging techniques using FLIM-FRET, BiFC, and calcium imaging.

Applicants with a Ph.D., M.D./Ph.D. or equivalent from diverse backgrounds, including cell signaling, biochemistry, microscopy, pharmacology, and/or cardiac physiology, are encouraged to apply. The candidate must be able to work independently, design experimental protocols, analyze data, write up protocols and manuscripts, and take the lead in defining the direction of a given project. One should also have a good comprehension of the English language, the ability to work and collaborate with others, as well as a high motivation level. Positions are aimed to provide excellent mentorship, training, and opportunities to present your research at international meetings.

Interested individuals should send their resume to: Dr. Carmen Dessauer, 6431 Fannin, University of Texas Medical School, Houston, TX 77030; or e-mail to: brooke.hern@uth.tmc.edu. For more information about the laboratory see http://www.dessauer-lab.com . 

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