Post doctoral position in Cancer Stem Cell Signaling and Epigenetics at INGM

Istituto Nazionale di Genetica Molecolare (INGM) is a growing research institute that focuses on molecular medicine, Tumor associated infectious diseases and RNA biology. Based within the campus of the IRCCS Ospedale Maggiore of Milan, it provides a dynamic and highly interactive research environment strongly connected with the clinic and translational medicine.

Description

A 3-years post-doctoral position is available starting from September 2012 in the group of Dr. Alessio Zippo at INGM in Milan, Italy. Our newly established team investigates the epigenetic mechanisms that dictate the establishment and the maintenance of stem cell identity. We aim to dissect the molecular mechanisms through which transcription factors mediate the epigenetic responses to environmental signaling in Embryonic and Cancer Stem Cells.

We are seeking highly motivated candidates to investigate epigenetic mechanisms controlling the formation of mammary Cancer Stem Cells using molecular biology/biochemistry technologies and in vivo time-lapse imaging.

Qualifications

We welcome candidates holding (or about to obtain) a PhD degree with a strong background in cell and molecular biology who wish to join a dynamic and interactive team. Previous experience in ChIP and ChIP-seq technology and/or stem cell biology will be an advantage but is not essential.

Please apply by sending a letter of motivation describing your interest in this research and past research experiences, a curriculum vitae and names of at least two referees to:

Dr. Alessio Zippo

National Institute of Molecular Genetic (INGM)

Via Francesco Sforza 35

20122 Milan, Italy

E-Mail: zippo@ingm.org 

For further informations, please visit the INGM website: www.ingm.org