University of Virginia · 4 hours ago
Research Scientist- UVA Kulkarni Laboratory
Charlottesville, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior LevelThe University of Virginia is seeking a highly motivated Research Scientist for the Kulkarni Laboratory in the Department of Cell Biology. The role involves leading a research program focused on microtubule organization and dynamics in multiciliated epithelial cells, with opportunities for collaboration and advanced experimental approaches.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Drive a funded research program focused on microtubule organization and dynamics in multiciliated epithelial cells (MCCs)
Define how specialized microtubule networks regulate basal body migration, docking, centriole amplification, and ciliogenesis
Integrate loss-of-function and gain-of-function approaches across multiple experimental systems, including Xenopus embryos, mouse models, and mammalian epithelial and cancer cell lines
Mechanistic dissection of microtubule–basal body interactions, microtubule binding and bundling activities, and downstream cellular consequences
Play a central role in experimental design and execution, and in data interpretation
Collaborate with other UVA laboratories with expertise in advanced imaging, mouse genetics, and cilia-related disease models
Qualification
Required
Requires a doctoral degree or master's degree with significant experience
strong experience in cell and developmental biology, including recombinant DNA techniques, mammalian cell culture, transfection, immunofluorescence microscopy, and basic protein biochemistry
Expertise in live-cell imaging, quantitative image analysis, electron microscopy, or microtubule biology is highly desirable
familiarity with statistical analysis of biological data
Preferred
a Ph.D. degree in biomedical science, in a field such as physiology, cell biology, immunology, or developmental biology
Skills in conducting in vivo animal experiments in Xenopus
Proficiency in molecular and cell biology techniques, including microinjections, recombinant DNA construction, protein biochemistry, cell culture, transfection, and immunofluorescence microscopy
Some experience in basic protein biochemistry is preferred, including Western blot analysis, protein expression, and recombinant protein purification
Benefits
This is an exempt-level, benefited position.
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