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Chief Biological Products Branch Centers for Disease Control

The Office of Scientific Services, Centers for Disease Control, invites applications and nominations for the position of Chief, Biological Products Branch. This po- sition is responsible for directing the work of 20-25 em- ployees engaged in cell culture and cell culture medium production, service and research activities. A Ph.D. or equivalent experience is required. Should have experience in cell biology, the nutritional and hor- monal growth factors associated with cell replication and differentiation, and a thorough knowledge of the requirements for the in vitro growth of bacterial, fungal and parasitic disease agents. Salary will be commen- surate with training and experience with a range of $44,430 to $52,282. Applicants should send a curricu- lum vitae and names of three references to: William Ft. Hudson, Centers for Disease Control, Personnel Management Office, 1600 Clifton Road, N.E., At- lanta, GA 30333, within 30 days.

Faculty Positions Department of Microbiology University of Missouri-Columbia

Department of Microbiology, School of Medicine, University of Missouri-Columbia, invites applications for new tenure track faculty positions; salary and rank open depending on qualifications and experience. These positions represent the University’s newly funded major commitment to the development of emi- nence in a multi-disciplinary campus-wide molecu- lar biology program. The successful candidates are expected to conduct outstanding, independent re- search which will complement and supplement mul- tiple existing funded programs in procaryotic and eucaryotic molecular genetics, pathogenics, immuno- biology and molecular parasitology in a heavily re- search oriented department and to participate in edu- cation of graduate and medical students. Experience and interest in lower eukaryotes, human genetics, pro- tein/nucleic acid structure, and molecular immunology preferred. Send curriculum vitae, names of three refer- ences, and brief statement of research interests by 30 September 1986 to: Richard A. Finkelstein, Ph.D., Mill- sap Distinguished Professor and Chairman, Depart- ment of Microbiology, School of Medicine, University of Missouri-Columbia, Columbia, MO 65212. The Univer- sity of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Institution.

Postdoctoral Position University of Florida

Postdoctoral position for Ph.D. with experience in molecular cloning or gene regulation. The proposed project involves the cloning of a hormonally-induced plasma membrane transport protein and the study of its regulation using genomic sequencing. Salary of $20,000+ negotiable depending on experience. Send curriculum vitae and the names of three references to: Dr. Harry Nick or Dr. Michael S. Kilberg, Department of Biochemistry 81 Molecular Biology, Box J-245 JHMHC, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL 32610.

Plant Cell and Molecular Biologist University of California-Davis

The Department of Botany and Agricultural Botany, University of California, Davis invites applications for an 11-month faculty position at the rank of assistant, associate, or full professor effective July 1, 1987. We are seeking an individual who uses modern ap- proaches of biochemistry, genetics, and molecular bi- ology to study basic problems in plant or fungal cell bi- ology. Principal teaching responsibilities will include introductory botany, plant cell biology, and participa- tion in a graduate course in the person’s area of spe- ciality. The academic and research record should indi- cate either the potential or demonstrated ability to establish an innovative and productive research pro- gram and to supervise graduate students. The candi- date will be expected to participate in student advising and University service. Applicants must have com- pleted a Ph.D. and should submit a curriculum vitae, a statement of research and teaching interests and ex- perience, an official graduate transcript, lists and reprints of publications, and names, addresses and tel- ephone numbers of at least three referees. Send to: Dr. Thomas L. Rost, Chairman of Search Committee, Department of Botany, University of California, Davis, CA 95616 (916) 752-0626/0617. Application deadline is November 30, 1986. The University of California is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employee

Postdoctoral Position AMC Cancer Research Center

Available to study the molecular mechanisms of inter- feron action and oncogene expression. Candidate should have a recent Ph.D. in the Biological Sciences. Experience with mammalian cell culture techniques, recombinant DNA technology, and oncogenes is preferred. Salary negotiable. Interested persons should contact Dr. Opendra K. Sharma, Department of Molecular Biology, AMC Cancer Research Center, 1600 Pierce Street, Denver, Colorado 60214, tele- phone: 303-233-6501 extension 347.

Postdoctoral Position Department of Biology Emory University

A postdoctoral position is available to study the regula- tion of gene expression in the mouse dihydrofolate reductase locus. See MCB 3: 257-266,1963; and MCB 5: 1647-1656,1985. Candidates should be experienced in recombinant DNA and tissue culture techniques. Applicants should send their curriculum vitae and the names of three references to: Dr. Gray F. Crouse, Department of Biology, Emory University, Atlanta, GA 30322. Emory University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer:

Position Available Molecular Geneticist Fort Detrick

Molecular Geneticist-Seeking applicants with recom- binant DNA technology background. A strong re- search background, including publications in molecu- lar biology, immunology, or microbiology is required. Experience in either biochemistry, tissue culture, or immunology is desirable. Salary range (GS-12) $31,619.00 - $41,105.00. Submit Standard Form 171 & bibliography to: Mr. Ray Mangold, Department of the Army, Civilian Personnel Office, Fort Detrick, Frederick, MD 21701-5000, telephone: 301-663- 2314. An Equal Opportunity Employer

Faculty Position in Genetics University of Washington

Applications are invited for an Assistant Professor Po- sition to begin in 1987 or 1988. Candidates should have a Ph.D. degree, postdoctoral experience and demon- strated accomplishments in research. Areas of partic- ular interest include genetic approaches to develop ment, neurobiology, protein-nucleic acid interactions and plant biology. Responsibilities will include teach- ing and research. Interested persons should send a curriculum vitae, a description of research plans, and three letters of reference by November 1, 1988 to: Chairman, Search Committee, Department of Genetics, SK-50, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington 98195. The University of Washington is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Postdoctoral Associate Louisiana State University

Position title: Postdoctoral Associate (anticipated)

Qualifications: Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Chemistry or Molecular Biol- ogy and experience in isolating and characterization of DNA repair proteins. Qualified to work with radic- isotopes and high pressure liquid chromatography.

Starting salary: $20,000.00 Fiscal Year.

Nature of work: To study enzymology of DNA repair.

Application deadline: September 1, 1986

Letter of application, resume, and three letters of recommendation should be forwarded to:

Dr. W.A. Deutsch, Department of Biochemistry, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, Loui- siana 70803

Louisiana State University is an Equal Opportunity Em- ploye,:

Assistant Professor University of Missouri-Columbia

A tenure track faculty position in molecular biol- ogy/reproductive biology in the Food for the 21st Cen- tury Program at the University of Missouri-Columbia. Applicants must have a Ph.D. and postdoctoral re- search experience. Preference will be given to candi- dates with a strong background in recombinant DNA research. The successful applicant will participate in an interdisciplinary research program aimed at im- proving reproductive efficiency and embryonic losses in domestic farm animals. The area of research is open but should preferably be directed toward basic studies on the reproductive processes of mammals. Facilities and institutional support are excellent. Applicants should submit a resume which includes a description of relevant experience, a publication list and persons that may be contacted for letters of reference. Send ap- plications to: Dr. R. Michael Roberts, 158 Animal Sciences Research Center, University of Missouri- Columbia, Columbia, Missouri 85211.

Assistant Professor Plant Cell Biology Cornell University

A lPmonth, tenure track position at the assistant professor level is available January 1, 1987 in the Sec- tion of Plant Biology, Division of Biological Sciences, Cornell University. Applicants should have research in- terests in plant cell biology. The appointee will be ex- pected to maintain a strong research program and to teach an undergraduate level course in plant cell biol- ogy and an advanced course in the candidates area of expertise. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in an ap- propriate area. Postdoctoral experience is highly desirable. Applicants should submit a letter of applica- tion, a resume of biographical data and professional experience, the names and addresses of at least three referees who have been asked to write letters of recom- mendation, and a brief plan of future research. Dead- line for applications is September 1, 1986. Send materials to: Dr. M.V. Parthasarsthy, Section of Plant Biology, Plant Science Building, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY 14853, telephone: 807-255-4477. Cornell University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer:

Post Doctoral Positions

Molecular Genetics Two positions are available, Summer of 1986, to study: (1) The structural characterization of human alpha- and beta- spectrin genes, which will subsequently be used to identify the molecular defects in those inherited hemolytic anemias which have been shown to have deficient spectrin; (2) the characteriza- tion of chloride transport proteins by cDNA and genomic cloning, mapping and genetic linkage to cystic fibrosis and by using retroviral vectors to study the expression of cloned cDNAs. Experience in molecular biology is desirable. Send curriculum vitae and the names and phone numbers of three references to Dr. Peter Curtis.

THE WISTAR INSTITUTE 36th & Spruce Streets Philadelphia, PA 19104

Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F

POSTDOCTORAL POSITIONS are available immediately at COLD SPRING HARBOR LAR- ORATORY to study cellular growth and diieren- tiation. The projects involve a multi-disciplinary approach of cell biology, biochemistry and molec- ular biology to the study of new mitogenic and dii- ferentiative factors. Two major topics are under investigation:

Mechanism of action of neurotrophic factors Mitogenic factors associated with tumor vi&es

Candidates should have a Ph.D. in cell biology, bio- chemistry, molecular biology, neurobiology, virol- OR, pharmacology or a related field. Experience with mammalian cell culture, protein biochemistry, vertebrate neuroanatomy, or recombinant DNA techniques is desirable. The successful candidates will be highly motivated, careful scientists who will interact well with other scientists in the laboratory. Please send a complete curriculum vitae, bibliog- raphy, and three letters of recommendation to:

Daaiel R. Marshak, Ph.D. Senior Staff Investigator Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory P.O. Box 100