Postdoctoral Position

We are a small multidisciplinary team that uses a combination of cellular, molecular, genetic, biomechanical, live imaging and computational approaches to understand the development of the posterior lateral line primordium. This includes the use state-of-the-art microscopy, image processing and the development of multi-scale computational models to understand the self-organization of cell-fate, morphogenesis and migration of the lateral line primordium. Our team includes Post-baccalaureate and Postdoctoral researchers with a broad range of strengths in genetics, embryology, cell biology, molecular biology, biomechanics, image processing, bioinformatics and agent-based computer modelling. We have active collaborations with other labs that have specific strengths in Mathematical modelling, biomechanics and the physics of living systems.Opportunities for Graduate Students via local and international Graduate partnership programs are also available.

Roles and Responsibilities

The candidate will use cellular, molecular, genetic, biomechanical, live imaging or computational approaches to understand the development of the posterior lateral line primordium. This includes the use state-of-the-art microscopy, image processing and the development of multi-scale computational models to understand the self-organization of cell-fate, morphogenesis and migration of the lateral line primordium. Specific focus will be on developing tools and methods for investigating, imaging, quantifying and modelling, the mechanics of collective migration, morphogenesis of epithelial rosettes and the intercellular and intracellular signaling networks that coordinate lateral line primordium development.

About You

Looking for dynamic, independent researchers that have completed or are within two years of having completed their PhD with strengths in genetics, embryology, cell biology, molecular biology, biomechanics, image processing, bioinformatics and computer modelling. Experience with use of zebrafish as a model system will be advantageous. Candidates that have specific strengths in mathematical modelling, biomechanics and the physics of living systems will also be welcome.

Application

Write directly to Ajay Chitnis (chitnisa@mail.nih.gov).

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