This position will employ a wide range of experimental systems and interdisciplinary approaches and provide broad training in 3 areas: a.) control of cell cycle and tumor suppression by the ubiquitin pathway, b.) tumor metabolism, and c.) epigenetic control during tumorigenesis and innate immunity with an emphasis on the regulation of DNA de/methylation. The incumbent [...]
The Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine and Massey Cancer Center are seeking a successful scientist and leader to serve as the Program Co-Leader of the Cancer Molecular Genetics (CMG) research program at the cancer center. The CMG program consists of a multidisciplinary group of 26 investigators from 12 academic departments representing four schools. [...]
A Research Fellow position is available in the program of Dr. Keith Robertson. For more information about Dr. Robertson's program, please see: http://www.mayo.edu/research/faculty/robertson-keith-d-ph-d/bio-20035097 The successful candidate will join the Epigenetic Etiology of Human Disease Laboratory to study the role of DNA epigenetic modifications in human disease. More specifically, he/she will examine how DNA methylating and [...]
A Research Fellow position is available in the program of Dr. Keith Robertson. For more information about Dr. Robertson's program, please see: http://www.mayo.edu/research/faculty/robertson-keith-d-ph-d/bio-20035097 The successful candidate will join the Epigenetic Etiology of Human Disease Laboratory to study the role of DNA epigenetic modifications in human disease. More specifically, he/she will examine how DNA methylating and [...]
The Sylvester Cancer Center is seeking an Assistant Scientist for the Cancer Epigenetics to work in a highly collaborative, multi-researcher program investigating the molecular mechanisms of epigenetic regulation of cancer. Responsibilities: We are seeking highly motivated individuals to develop and implement innovative computational approaches for analyzing high throughput genomic and epigenomic data, including but not [...]
Preferred Education: Ph.D. Biology, Biochemistry, Medicine, or related field. Preferred Experience: Experience in physiology, anatomy, and surgery using preclinical models of colon cancer. Performed necropsies, clinical and/or laboratory experience. Proficient in molecular biology techniques, such as immunoblotting, PCR, RT-PCR, or cell culture and cloning. Experience in performing rodent tumor bioassays following approved protocols using intra-oral [...]
The meeting will begin on Sunday, January 21 with registration from 16:00 to 20:00 and a welcome mixer from 18:00 to 20:00. Conference events conclude on Thursday, January 25 with a closing plenary session from 17:00 to 19:00, followed by a social hour and entertainment. We recommend return travel on Friday, January 26 in order [...]
A position is available for a Research Associate in the laboratory of Dr. Katherine Chiappinelli, Ph. D. at the George Washington Cancer Center (https://smhs.gwu.edu/cancercenter/) and the Department of Microbiology, Immunology, & Tropical Medicine (https://smhs.gwu.edu/microbiology/) at George Washington University in Washington, DC. Dr. Chiappinelli’s laboratory focuses on the epigenetic control of gene expression in cancer, specifically [...]
Responsibilities • Provide oversight, development, implementation and evaluation of cancer molecular genetics related programs and initiatives at Massey Cancer Center • Partner with the Director, Associate Directors and other Program Leaders at Massey to enhance the cancer center’s scientific goals and objectives • Work closely with leadership to encourage and facilitate multidisciplinary collaboration and translational [...]
The Postdoc Rsh Fellow, Epigenetic will function under the supervision of a Senior Scientist and Director of the Division of Genetics and Epigenetics. The laboratory has a long standing research program on epigenetics and DNA methylation in normal human development and in common diseases, including cancer, Down syndrome, Alzheimer's disease and other neurodegenerative disorders, and [...]
The Department of Preventive Medicine at the Keck School of Medicine of USC is seeking a Research Lab Technician II. Â The major goal of this project is to investigate the epigenetic regulation of gene expression in human cancer. Provides general laboratory assistance to support research activities. Conducts research experiments in accordance with laboratory and safety [...]
The laboratory headed by Ajay Goel, PhD focuses on understanding the interplay between genetic and epigenetic alterations in colorectal, pancreatic, gastric and esophageal cancers. We are a multidisciplinary research group, undertaking a number of collaborative projects involving large international consortia. The projects will involve any/all of the following research focuses. Exploration of the role of [...]
The conference will combine presentations from leaders in the field of epigenetics and epigenetic inheritance related to behavior, metabolism and physiology in humans and animal models, from mental health and epidemiology to bioinformatics and ethics. It will address the question of how epigenetic processes mediate the impact of experiences across one or multiple generations. Germline [...]
We are proud to announce that Prof. Stephen B. Baylin, Officer at the Cancer Epigenetics Society and Editor of Cancer Epigenetics, was elected to the National Academy of Sciences, USA. This distinction is in recognition of his work in basic and applied research in the fields of epigenetics and cancer epigenetics. Prof. Baylin has [...]
The Kladde lab at the UF Health Cancer Center in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology is currently accepting applications for a Postdoctoral Associate. Â The lab investigates mechanisms of epigenetic dysregulation in cancer, focusing on establishment and maintenance of epigenetic gene silencing during cancer progression. Duties will include: Determining the molecular basis of epigenetic [...]
JOB DESCRIPTION: Helps design and conduct research within a specified field while receiving advanced training from a designated Principal Investigator to enhance professional skills and research independence needed for pursuit of a career. The specific area of research in which the trainee is mentored is determined by the department and laboratory of the Postdoc. Designs [...]
We proudly announce that CES has now its own YouTube channel! We have released our first video which gives a quick overview of the history of DNA chemical changes that accompany many different cellular processes, including those involved in cancer. These changes, the most common of which being DNA methylation, represents one of the most [...]
