Instructor

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The Department of Neurology at UTSW is a nationally recognized leader in the comprehensive management of neurological conditions. Our vibrant department comprises more than 75 full-time faculty in 12 subspecialty sections, supporting a spectrum of complex and innovative approaches to neurological care, a broad range of novel research programs, and a panoply of educational opportunities for trainees. The department offers access to the latest innovative treatments in one of the most rapidly advancing fields of medicine and features an Advanced Comprehensive Stroke Center and a Level-4 NEAC Epilepsy Center. Through collaborations with the O'Donnell Brain Institute, the department is building state-of-the art facilities for drug and device testing and bringing current and new faculty together for collaborative research on brain disease therapy.

The Department of Neurology is seeking an Instructor to work on a research project that is focused on investigating mechanisms of neurodegeneration utilizing various cell culture and mouse models. The position requires a PhD or MD/PhD and experience utilizing mammalian cell culture models and/or mouse models. Preference will be given to candidates demonstrating expertise in iPSC neuronal differentiation protocols or establishing in vitro neuronal cell cultures from mouse models. Ideal candidates would have previous experience in researching mechanisms of neurologic disease in an academic medical center or healthcare setting. Candidates must possess and be able to demonstrate the following preferred qualifications/experience:

• Ability to culture and maintain induced pluripotent stem cell lines is preferred.
• Experience in design and implementation of genome editing techniques, including CRISPR/Cas9 platforms, is preferred.
• Experienced and independent in molecular biology techniques, including nucleic acid extraction and quantification, PCR, RT-qPCR, agarose gel electrophoresis, protein extraction and quantification, Western blot, immunostaining/microscopy.
• Experience working with neuronal cultures established from mouse models is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience working effectively as a member of a team and independently.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and record-keeping skills.
• Demonstrate a proactive and goal-oriented work ethic.

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