Prof Michael Lehmann
Applications accepted all year round
About the Project
THE LAB:
The Lehmann Lab is broadly interested in the genetic control of animal development and metabolism. We work with the genetic model organism Drosophila melanogaster that has made groundbreaking contributions to biological research for more than 100 years. Using a combination of modern molecular, biochemical and imaging techniques together with the unique tools of Drosophila genetics, we address fundamental biological questions that are relevant to human disease.
Our main areas of interest are currently the control of programmed cell death in normal development and disease, and the regulation of lipid metabolism.
THE PROJECT:
We have an opening for a PhD student in our cell death project starting in Fall 2014 or Spring 2015. The project’s major goal is to define a cell death pathway controlled by an important calcium channel, the NMDA receptor, which is responsible for cell death in Alzheimer’s disease and other neurodegenerative conditions.
THE REQUIREMENTS:
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in the biological sciences and should have a solid background in genetics and cell and molecular biology. Training in Drosophila genetics will be provided.
THE LOCATION:
Fayetteville is an attractive medium-sized town with a high quality of living. It is considered one of the 10 best college towns in the United States (livability.com). The University of Arkansas is the perfect location for outdoor enthusiasts with the Ozark Mountains and Buffalo National River near by. At the same time, the Fayetteville area offers access to world-class cultural offerings with the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, the Walton Arts Center, and the new Arkansas Music Pavilion, an open-air venue for top acts in popular music.
THE APPLICATION:
Before submitting a formal application, please send pre-submission inquiries by email to:
Michael Lehmann
Email: [Email Address Removed]
The candidate selected for sponsorship will submit an application to the Graduate Program in Cell and Molecular Biology (CEMB) at the University of Arkansas. Details of the application process can be found on the program webpage (http://www.uark.edu/depts/cemb/). Many students in the program are international students.
Funding Notes
The successful candidate will hold a Research Assistantship that is funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and available for up to six years depending upon satisfactory progress and project renewal. Should external funding sources become unavailable during a later phase of the project, the candidate should be prepared to continue the project on a Teaching Assistantship provided by the Department of Biological Sciences. Supplementary funding is available for qualified candidates through Doctoral Fellowships provided by the University of Arkansas (for details see: http://biology.uark.edu/1255.php).
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