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Post-Doctoral Research Fellow, Edinburgh - 10/31/2025

Position Overview

We are excited to present a new opportunity for a Postdoctoral Fellow to join a shared programme between the laboratories of Liz Patton (MRC Human Genetics Unit, IGC) and Maanasa Polubothu (UCL) to develop and characterise an animal model of Butterfly Arteriovenous Malformations. This model will be used in an FDA drug screen to find new therapies. This post is ideal for a highly motivated, team orientated Postdoctoral Fellow, who can lead their own programme of work and deliver high quality science.

Responsibilities

  • Design and generate a transgenic zebrafish model of Butterfly AVM to faithfully recapitulate human AVM mutations and phenotypes, and enable visualisation and tracking of mutant cells over time through imaging. 30%

  • Applying these models to a therapeutic context by performing high-throughput FDA drug screens, and validation of efficacy of potential target drugs through treatment at different stages of disease to determine optimal timing of treatment. 35%

  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records to document the research progress. 5%

  • Take a lead role in writing up data for publication in peer-reviewed journals. 5%

  • Present data at group and section meetings 5%

  • Contribute to the dissemination of research at national and international meeting 5%

  • To continually maintain knowledge of vascular overgrowth disease and underlying biology, and advances in disease modelling 5%

  • To provide guidance and supervision for student projects and instruction of students 5%

Requirements

  • PhD or MSc in developmental biology or related discipline (or near completion)

  • Knowledge & Experience in the following:

    • Light and fluorescence microscopy

    • PCR, molecular cloning

    • Genetic manipulation

    • Ability to generate publication quality figures

    • Developmental biology

    • Good understanding of statistics

    • Ability to problem solve and work independently

    • Effective communication skills

Application Process

  • Please ensure you include the following documents in your application:

    • CV

    • Cover letter

The closing date for applications is 10th November 2025

To find out more visit: Institute of Genetics and Cancer webpage (https://institute-genetics-cancer.ed.ac.uk/)

Post-Doctoral Scientist in Pediatric Oncology, Cleveland Clinic - 7/3/2025

Position Overview

A zebrafish post-doctoral position is available immediately in a NIH and DOD-funded laboratory of Dr Seth Corey at the Cleveland Clinic. Responsibilities include protocol maintenance, zebrafish breeding, PCR-based genotyping, and embryo injections.

Requirements

  1. PhD or DVM with doctoral or post-doctoral experience in zebrafish breeding and injections

  2. Excellent attention to detail

  3. Strong written and verbal communication skills

  4. Strong time management skills

  5. Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team

Salary is negotiable depending on qualifications

Application Should Include:

  • Cover letter, including a short description of your work experience and availability date

  • CV

  • Contact information (name, e-mail, phone number) for at least three references

Please send applications to coreylab@mac.com

To view the job posting visit: Zebrafish Post-Doctoral Scientist in Pediatric Oncology, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Oh - Jobs - Confluence