Our group works on the molecular analysis of pediatric brain tumors. The prospective (national/international) postdoctoral candidate should be an expert in cell culture and have experience in animal (murine) handling and related experiments.

Duties will include:

1. Prepares and maintains primary human cells and permanent eukaryotic cell lines. Transfects cells with nucleic acids and viral vectors
2. Generates and titrates viral stocks using standard in vitro assays
3. Constructs, grows and maintains recombinant DNA plasmids. Purifies DNA and RNA from bacterial and eukaryotic cells. Prepares and cleaves purified plasmid and viral DNAs with restriction enzymes
4. Adheres to safety and ethical standards in the care of animals
5. Performs animal surgery
6. Performs immunocytochemistry and confocal microscopy
7. Maintains laboratory area, reagents, supplies, and equipment
8. Orders supplies as needed

To apply: Please contact DR. Javad Nazarian at:
JNazarian@cnmcresearch.org

Employer: Genetic Medicine, Children's Research Institute
Location: Washington, DC, United States
2010 Expires: August 19, 2010

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