Postdoc: Small RNA & AGO Catalysis in Vivo

Office of Intramural Training & Education; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Office of Intramural Training & Education in Bethesda, MD invites applicants for a postdoctoral position in the Vidigal Lab to study small RNA biology using mouse models. The project emphasizes AGO2 catalytic activity and its regulatory roles in mammals, with potential to apply for fellowships and advance toward an independent research program.

The work combines genetics, computation, biochemistry, imaging, and genomics to understand RNAi functions in vivo, aiming to reveal mechanisms relevant

Qualifications

• We are looking for researchers within 1 year of their PhD thesis defense.
• Experience in molecular biology is required or highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Dissect small RNA biology using mouse models and human cells.
• Investigate AGO2 catalytic activity and regulatory mechanisms in vivo.
• Contribute to ongoing projects and help establish an independent research trajectory.

Skills

Molecular biology

Mouse genetics

RNA biology

Cancer biology

Developmental biology

Immunology

Education

PhD in a relevant field

Job description

Office of Intramural Training & Education in Bethesda, MD invites applicants for a postdoctoral position in the Vidigal Lab to study small RNA biology using mouse models. The project emphasizes AGO2 catalytic activity and its regulatory roles in mammals, with potential to apply for fellowships and advance toward an independent research program.

The work combines genetics, computation, biochemistry, imaging, and genomics to understand RNAi functions in vivo, aiming to reveal mechanisms relevant