Shipra Agrawal Lab | Division of Nephrology and Hypertension, Department of Medicine, Renaissance School of Medicine, Stony Brook University | Stony Brook, NY, USA
If you are a motivated, dedicated and a hard-working scientist, and interested in studying RNA biology in the context of disease, consider applying to the Shipra Agrawal Laboratory at Stony Brook University in New York for a Postdoctoral Research Position. We investigate RNA-mediated mechanisms, such as roles of miRNA, lncRNA and RNA processing including splicing and polyadenylation, in podocyte biology, glomerular disease and chronic kidney disease.
The project lies at the interface of RNA biology, podocyte biology and glomerular disease, and will combine cellular and molecular approaches with cultured podocytes, kidney organoids, mouse models and human samples.
Work Environment
Our laboratory is part of the Division of Nephrology and Hypertension, Department of Medicine, located on Stony Brook University campus in Long Island, NY. Stony Brook University provides a collaborative environment bringing together fundamental and clinical research, with access to state-of-the-art core facilities in genomics, imaging, flow cytometry, animal experimentation and organoid culture.
The postdoctoral researcher will have the privilege to interact closely with the scientists and trainees in the Division and with the broader nephrology, medicine and RNA biomedical research community, including RNA Island Exchange Salon and meetings at Cold Spring Harbor Labs.
Qualifications
Applicants should have a PhD or equivalent degree in molecular biology, cell biology, or a related discipline. Preference will be given to candidates with a PhD degree focused on RNA biology or kidney disease models.
Eligibility requirement: candidates must have defended their PhD within the last 2 years at the time of application.
Candidates should have:
- Strong molecular and cellular biology skills
- A demonstrated ability to conduct independent research
- A strong interest in RNA regulation and mechanisms in podocyte biology and glomerular disease
- Willingness to work hard and learn new techniques
Preferred Expertise
Preference will be given to candidates with hands-on experience in RNA biology and RNA-based approaches, particularly:
- RIP-seq, CLIP/eCLIP-seq, or related RNA–protein/RNA interaction mapping approaches
- Bioinformatics approaches
- Experience with mouse models and/or kidney organoid culture
How to Apply
Interested applicants should submit:
- A curriculum vitae
- A brief statement describing previous research experience
- Contact information for two to three references
Applications should be sent to: [email protected]
