Company Information: Conducts fosters and coordinates (in its own laboratories and through contracts grants and support of Environmental Health Sciences Centers) research and research training on the biological effects of chemical physical and biological substances in the environment to: (1) develop understanding of the mechanism of action of such substances; (2) provide the scientific basis for evaluating their extent and severity on a national scale; (3) establish the toxicity of chemical substances of significant public health concern; (4) define and develop methods for diagnosis and treatment of environmentally induced illnesses; and (5) collect and disseminate information in furtherance of the program.

Position Title: Staff Scientist

Duties & Responsibilities: The incumbent will participate in team research on the epigenetic regulation of cellular processes. The position is ideal for a person with proven experience in theoretical sciences interested in applying his or her knowledge to cutting edge biological problems that include control of stem cell lineage cell differentiation neuronal development and aging in health and disease.

Position Qualifications: Minimum qualifications include a doctoral degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) with a strong background in computer science bioinformatics and advanced statistical methodology. Experience or familiarity with modern concepts of epigenetics and regulation of cellular processes will make a candidate particularly suitable.

Salary Range: Commensurate with Background

Benefits: Excellent Federal Benefits

Web Site: http://www.niehs.nih.gov

Application Address: Ms. Barbara Curtis (DIR09-05) National Institutes of Health National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences P.O. Box 12233 Maildrop A2-06 111 Alexander Drive Room A248 Research Triangle Park NC 27709

Contact Email: E-mail: dir-appls@niehs.nih.gov

Application Deadline: 12/31/2009