A post-doctoral position is available in the Targoff Lab, Department of Pediatrics and Columbia Stem Cell Initiative, at Columbia University Medical Center in New York City, starting in June 2025.
The primary focus of the Targoff Lab is to investigate the molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying cardiovascular development and regeneration. We accomplish these goals through the use of zebrafish as a model system and expand our studies into the fields of transcriptional regulation, cardiac mechanobiology, and stem cell biology. We utilize an innovative combination of genetic, live-imaging, single cell genomic, and transgenic approaches.
Outstanding and highly motivated candidates with backgrounds in developmental biology, genetics, and molecular biology who hold a Ph.D. or M.D. should apply to Dr. Kimara L. Targoff (kl284@columbia.edu) with a cover letter and curriculum vitae included.
The Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine invites applications for the position of Associate/ Assistant Professor in the field of Cancer Biology. This position calls for an exceptional, forward-thinking scientist, poised to become a leading figure in these fields. The selected candidate will engage in pioneering research and teaching, closely aligned with the School's and Cancer Discovery and Regenerative Medicine Programme’s strategic research objectives and pedadogical innovations. They are expected to conduct groundbreaking, internationally recognized research that complements and elevates the School's and Programme’s existing academic portfolio. The newly launched Cancer Discovery and Regenerative Medicine Programme focuses on various aspects of Cancer and Stem Cell Biology. Candidates with a strong background in genome stability, the ubiquitin-degradation system, tumour microenvironment, tumour immune response, and/or mouse and zebrafish cancer models are encouraged to apply. In addition, candidates with expertise in cutting-edge technologies and the potential to align with the programme’s vision will have an advantage during the selection process. This position encompasses a spectrum of responsibilities, including but not limited to, fulfilling various duties as assigned by the Vice Dean of Research and the Dean.
Key Responsibilities
Job Purpose:
Research Excellence: The appointee will lead groundbreaking research in Cancer and Stem Cell Biology, closely aligning with the Programme's strategic research objectives. The appointee is expected to acquire competitive research funding and mentor research staff and students.
Teaching Responsibilities. This position entails educating medical and postgraduate research students in Cancer and Stem Cell Biology. The appointee will utilize modern teaching methods, including team-based learning and e-learning, to foster an interactive and effective learning environment.
Service Administration: Beyond research and teaching, the appointee will have service roles within the School or university. This includes participating in committees, and engaging in activities that enhance the academic community's overall functioning.
Primary Activities:
Undertake high-quality research in the innovative and rapidly evolving fields of cancer or stem cell biology including immunotherapy and tissue engineering. This involves sustaining a vigorous personal research plan.
Publishing findings in leading international peer-reviewed journals is a key aspect of this role, contributing significantly to the scientific community's understanding of these specialized fields.
Developing pioneering research proposals, and actively seek competitive grant and collaborative industry funding to support these initiatives.
Contribute to, support, and develop teaching and educational activities at both undergraduate and graduate levels, including the supervision of undergraduate and graduate students.
Contribute to, support and develop projects with other faculty in the research programme at LKCMedicine.
Participate in academic committees and other administrative requirements as appropriate.
Job descriptions cannot be exhaustive and the appointee may be required to undertake other duties which are broadly in line with the above key responsibilities as assigned by the Vice Dean, Research, and Dean.
Person Specification
Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience:
PhD or MBBS/MD degree(s) or equivalent degree in a relevant field.
Postdoctoral experience in a relevant field.
Significant experience and an outstanding record of research and teaching with a high level of scientific achievement, productivity, and impact in the field of Cancer and Stem Cell Biology.
Strong leadership and management skills, ability to lead and manage a research group and work as part of a multidisciplinary team, effective communication and presentation skills, and ability to motivate others.
Additional skills that would be an advantage:
Proven track record in international research.
Proven track record of leadership and driving change.
Ability to develop teams and create networks at national and international levels.
Understanding of the academic and administrative needs of internationally recognised universities.
Fully conversant with patient-centered approaches and new technologies in education and patient care.
Time Commitment: The level of effort for this appointment is at 1.0 full time equivalent (FTE) employment.
Hiring Institution: Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
Please contact Tom Carney for enquiries:
Location: London
Salary: From £25,755 with benefits, subject to skills and experience
Hours: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Closes: 2nd November 2024
Job Ref: R1903
Location: The Francis Crick Institute, London
Short summary
Interested in working with animals and taking care of them? Enjoy practical work and have an empathy with animals? If yes, then the role of an Animal Technician/Aquarist may be perfect for you.
At the Francis Crick Institute, we offer training and support to start a rewarding career where you can make a positive difference to both research and animal welfare.
The Biological Research Facility (BRF) is the Crick’s animal facility, offering resources and services to those scientists who use animals to answer their research questions.
The BRF provides high quality husbandry to a variety of laboratory species housed within our cutting-edge facilities, and supports all animal research at the Crick through our comprehensive animal care and use programme. We provide a service to ~550 Personal Licensees using ~55 Home Office Project Licences.
We are incredibly proud of our work, enabling world class science with animal welfare at the heart of all our activities.
The BRF has approximately 150 highly trained animal care staff spread across several self-contained animal units. Our teams of Animal Technicians and Named Animal Care and Welfare Officers (NACWOs) provide daily care for our animals and support researchers with their experiments, to minimise any distress or adverse effects.
Key Responsibilities
Providing excellent care, welfare and husbandry to laboratory animals including mice, rats, laboratory opossums, ferrets, zebrafish, guppies and frogs, within specialist facilities.
Cleaning cages/tanks of animals
Feeding and watering animals
Checking environmental conditions, such as temperature, humidity and water quality
Monitoring the condition of animals and making health observations
Undertaking domestic duties such as general cleaning and disinfection of equipment and areas
Complying with relevant legislation, such as, Animals (Scientific Procedures Act) 1986 and Health and Safety Regulations
Key Animal Technician/Aquarist experience and competencies
Full training will be provided, and post holders are expected to participate in continuing professional development.
The post holder should embody and demonstrate our core Crick values: bold, open, and collegial, in addition to the following:
Essential Qualifications, experience and competencies:
Educated to GCSE level or equivalent and possess a minimum of 5 GCSEs (including Maths and/or Science)
Respects and has empathy towards the care and use of animals in science
Demonstrates contributing effectively to the work of a team
Has a desire to work in the laboratory animal technology field
Possesses good time management and organisational skills
Possesses good observational and attention to detail skills
Possesses clear and effective written and oral communication skills
Proven accurate record keeping skills
Willing to participate regularly in essential animal care overtime, weekends and public holidays (including Christmas day)
Is fit to meet the demands of the role, this will include frequent carrying and lifting and standing for most of the day
Is computer literate
Is conscientious and reliable
Desirable Qualifications, experience and competencies:
Previous experience in the laboratory animal technology field
Qualifications in Animal Technology, animal management or zoology
Holding a Home Office Personal Licence (PIL A, B, L&E1)
About us
The Francis Crick Institute is a biomedical discovery institute dedicated to understanding the fundamental biology underlying health and disease. Its work is helping to understand why disease develops and to translate discoveries into new ways to prevent, diagnose and treat illnesses such as cancer, heart disease, stroke, infections, and neurodegenerative diseases.
An independent organisation, its founding partners are the Medical Research Council, Cancer Research UK, Wellcome, UCL, Imperial College London and King’s College London.
The Crick was formed in 2015, and in 2016 it moved into a new state-of-the-art building in central London which brings together 1500 scientists and support staff working collaboratively across disciplines, making it the biggest biomedical research facility under in one building in Europe.
The Francis Crick Institute will be world-class with a strong national role. Its distinctive vision for excellence includes commitments to collaboration; developing emerging talent and exporting it the rest of the UK; public engagement; and helping turn discoveries into treatments as quickly as possible to improve lives and strengthen the economy.
To apply, please see https://www.crick.ac.uk/careers-study/vacancies/2024-10-07-brf-research-officer-entry-level-or-experienced-animal-technician/aquarist