The Dwyer Lab in the Department of Cell Biology at the University of Virginia seeks one or two Postdoctoral Research Associates to work on exciting new projects about the genes and mechanisms underlying normal and abnormal brain development. We have been studying the cell biology of neural development for several years, with a recent emphasis on cell division and cytoskeleton. Newly funded projects focus on 1) new mouse mutants with novel brain development phenotypes, and 2) how cytokinesis regulation in neural stem cells affect cell fate, cilia, and signaling pathways. Approaches include genetics and genomics, cell and tissue culture, lineage tracing, multiple types of microscopy, molecular biology, biochemistry, and whatever skills you may bring to the lab. Postdoctoral research associates will manage their own projects, interact with other lab members and collaborators, present their work at lab meetings and conferences, and contribute to grant applications and manuscripts for publication. Candidates will be expected to learn new techniques as a part of their training requirement. This position also includes opportunities to help mentor and teach students.

The Dwyer Lab is located in renovated open lab space with a strong, collegial group of neighboring labs studying cell and developmental biology. The lab is committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment, and encourages applications from women and underrepresented groups. The position is available immediately and is supported by NIH funding.
The Cell Biology Department at UVA is an excellent training environment for curious, highly motivated scientists. The University provides professional development workshops, and there are support communities on campus including the UVA Postdoc Association, and UVA Women in Medical Sciences (WIMS).