Postdoctoral Researcher in Chromatin Regulation: The Gahan Lab at the Centre for Chromosome Biology, University of Galway, is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher. The position is funded by Research Ireland and focuses on chromatin regulation and gene expression in the context of animal development and early evolution. The project will use the model organism Nematostella vectensis and may involve work with choanoflagellates.
š¬ Job Title: Postdoctoral Researcher in Chromatin Regulation and Animal Development
š Summary Table:
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Job Title | Postdoctoral Researcher |
| Research Area | Chromatin Regulation, Gene Expression, Animal Evolution |
| Designation | Postdoctoral Researcher |
| Location | Centre for Chromosome Biology, University of Galway, Ireland |
| Model Organisms | Nematostella vectensis, Choanoflagellates |
| Techniques | ChIP-seq, RNA-seq, CRISPR-Cas9, Microscopy, Transgenesis |
| Funding Agency | Research Ireland |
| Application Deadline | Open until filled |
š Designation: Postdoctoral Researcher
š Research Area:
- Chromatin and gene regulation
- Early animal development and evolution
- Epigenetics and transcriptional profiling
š Location:
Gahan Lab, Centre for Chromosome Biology,
University of Galway, Ireland
š Eligibility/Qualification:
- PhD in Molecular Biology, Developmental Biology, Genetics, or related fields
- Experience in genome-wide chromatin/transcription profiling (e.g., ChIP-seq, RNA-seq)
- Skills in molecular techniques, microscopy, and CRISPR genome editing preferred
- Strong interest in gene regulation and evolutionary biology
š Job Description:
The selected candidate will explore the role of chromatin regulators during development and cell differentiation in Nematostella vectensis. The exact direction of the research is flexible and may include:
- Genome-wide transcriptional and chromatin analysis
- Functional studies via CRISPR/Cas9 genome editing
- Transgenesis and advanced imaging
- Comparative analysis using choanoflagellates as a model for early animal evolution
For lab info, visit:
š gahanlab.com
š https://chromosome.ie/groups/gahan/
šØ How to Apply:
Email a single PDF containing:
- A cover letter describing your scientific interests and motivation
- Detailed CV
- Contact details of two referees
Send to: james.gahan@universityofgalway.ie
Informal queries are welcome!
š Last Date to Apply: Applications will be considered until the position is filled
