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Embryonic Stem Cell Biologist, TENURE -TRACK INVESTIGATOR

Department of Health and Human Services
National Institutes of Health
National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences
Research Triangle Park, North Carolina

The Laboratory of Molecular Carcinogenesis is recruiting a Tenure-Track Investigator - Embryonic Stem Cell Biologist with intellectual and research strengths in, but not necessarily limited to, regulation of gene expression, development, chromatin and epigenetics. The successful applicant will be expected to establish a high-quality independent research program in stem cell biology, relevant to cancer, within a group with diverse research interests and backgrounds but focused upon the molecular and environmental mechanisms of carcinogenesis. Excellent start-up funds, salary, and benefits package will be provided. The applicant will have access to state-of-the-art equipment and research core facilities at the NIEHS. Applicants should have a Ph.D, M.D. or equivalent doctoral degree with 3 years of postdoctoral research experience, and a strong publication record. Research experience with cancer models is desirable but not mandatory. Time before tenure review will be dependent upon qualifications and performance, not to exceed 6 years. For additional information concerning this position, contact Dr. Trevor Archer, Chief, Laboratory of Molecular Carcinogenesis (archer1@niehs.nih.gov). Interested persons should send their curriculum vita with a statement of research interests, and arrange for three letters of recommendation to be submitted to the following address. Applications received by November 10, 2008 will be given first consideration. Applications received after that date will be considered only if the position has not been filled.

Mr. Will Williams (DIR-08-04)
National Institutes of Health
National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences
P.O. Box 12233, Maildrop A2-06
111 Alexander Drive, Room A235
Research Triangle Park, NC 27709
dir-appls@niehs.nih.gov

HHS and NIH are Equal Opportunity Employers

Tenure-Track Investigator in X-Ray Crystallography
Department of Health and Human Services, National Institutes of Health
National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences, Research Triangle Park, NC

The Laboratory of Structural Biology in the Division of Intramural Research of the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences is seeking a Tenure-Track Principal Investigator in X-ray crystallography. Applicants should have a doctoral degree, a clear record of accomplishment in X-ray crystallography, and plans to develop a strong and original research program to investigate the structure and function of proteins involved in determining biological responses to environmental stress. While applicants proposing research in all areas related to the structure of biological macromolecules will be considered, we are particularly interested in candidates proposing research plans that coincide with areas of strength in the NIEHS Intramural Program, including but not limited to signal transduction, nuclear hormone receptor signaling, epigenetics, DNA replication and repair, and pulmonary biology. More information on the NIEHS Intramural Research Program can be found at http://www.niehs.nih.gov/research/atniehs/index.cfm.

Salary will be commensurate with experience and level of accomplishments. Time before tenure review will depend upon qualifications, but will not exceed 6 years. Applications from women and members of minority groups are particularly welcome. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, a bibliography, a summary of past research, and a 2-3 page statement of future research plans, and should also arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent to the address below by November 14, 2008. Applications received after that date will be considered as needed. For additional information, contact Dr. Michael Resnick, Search Committee Chair, at resnick@niehs.nih.gov.

Ms. Cindy Garrard (DIR08-05)
National Institutes of Health
National Institute of Environmental
Health Sciences P.O. Box 12233 Maildrop A2-06
111 Alexander Drive, Room A206
Research Triangle Park, NC 27709
email: dir-appls@niehs.nih.gov

HHS and NIH are Equal Opportunity Employers.

We are dedicated to building a diverse community in our training and employment programs.

MUSC
Medical University of South Carolina
Endowed Chair in Marine Genomics
Marine Biomedicine and Environmental Sciences Center

Applications are invited for the Endowed Professorship in Marine Genomics at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) through its Marine Biomedicine and Environmental Sciences Center (www.musc.edu/mbes). This is one of two endowed appointments to be made within the South Carolina Centers of Economic Excellence (www.sccoee.org/) in the Marine Genomics program being developed in partnership between the College of Charleston and the Medical University of South Carolina. The appointment will be made at the level of Associate Professor or Professor.

The Marine Genomics Program in Charleston is an integrated, highly collaborative effort that brings together over 40 faculty, students and staff from the College of Charleston, the Medical University of South Carolina, the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and the National Institute of Standards and Technology on the Fort Johnson marine campus. The Marine Genomics program is focused on applying genomic tools to increase understanding of the interactions of marine organisms with their environment and the relationship between the oceans and human health.

The successful applicant will have an earned doctorate (MD, DVM, or PhD in biology or chemistry), a demonstrated track record as a scholar in a collaborative and collegial setting, and programmatic support from competitive extramural funding sources. Extensive experience in the broad field of genomics including proteomics and bioinformatics is essential. Familiarity with the mechanisms for enhancing research value through economic development (e.g., intellectual property, interaction with relevant businesses, translational research activities, etc.) is an important attribute that will build on the South Carolina Centers of Economic Excellence Program. Experience as a research team leader/program director is highly desirable, as well as a successful history in mentoring students and fellows.

The appointee will be expected to: 1) develop a strong extramurally funded programmatic base for marine genomics, 2) synergistically work with the companion Endowed Chair in Marine Bioinformatics at the College of Charleston (http://www.cofc.edu/biology/hiring.html#informatics) and researchers from partner institutions within the Hollings Marine Laboratory (HML), 3) provide academic leadership to the Marine Genomics Program (www.marinegenomics.org) in Charleston, 4) take a leadership role in development of the SC Marine Genomics Consortium (http://www.genome.clemson.edu/activities/projects/marineGenomics/), 5) integrate marine genomic research activities with the NOAA Center of Excellence in Oceans and Human Health at HML (www.eol.ucar.edu/projects/ohhi/), and 6) integrate appropriate clinical and basic science research on the medical campus with that of marine genomics on the marine campus.

Interested individuals may get further information from Dr. Eric R. Lacy (lacyer@musc.edu), Director of Marine Biomedicine and Environmental Sciences Center and chair of the CoEE Marine Genomics Chair search committee, 221 Ft. Johnson Rd., Charleston, SC 29412.

Applications must be submitted electronically to www.jobs.musc.edu, Requisition ID number 045093. Completed applications will consist of the following: a) a curriculum vitae and b) a letter i) summarizing current research and how its foundation is based on marine genomics, ii) showing the potential or realized economic value of the genomic research, and iii) explaining the candidate's qualifications to take a leadership role in marine genomics.

Review of applications will begin September 15, 2008 and end December 31, 2008.

Medical University of South Carolina is an equal opportunity employer, supporting workplace diversity (M/F/V/D) and is a drug-free workplace.

REQUEST FOR APPLICATIONS
HEI announces its Fall 2008 Research Agenda:

RFA 08-1 Relationship of Indoor, Outdoor and Personal Air (RIOPA): Further analyses of the RIOPA study data seeks proposals for studies that will take advantage of previously collected data on the concentrations of volatile organic compounds, carbonyls, and PM2.5 in indoor, outdoor, and personal air for subjects living in three urban centers with different pollution sources and weather. These data can be accessed on a publicly available web-based relational database. A total of $300,000 is available under this RFA. Letters of Intent due October 30, 2008; applications due December 15, 2008.

RFA 08-2 Walter A. Rosenblith New Investigator Award supports new, creative investigators interested in the health effects of air pollution. It provides funding for up to 3 years to an investigator with outstanding promise at the Assistant Professor or equivalent level for a small project relevant to HEI's research interests. Letters of Intent due February 10, 2009; applications due March 10, 2009.

RFPA 08-3 Health Effects of Air Pollution provides a mechanism for investigators whose area of interest falls outside of the current RFAs but is compatible with the HEI research program and mission. Applications can be submitted at any time.

For more information, please refer to the HEI website at www.healtheffects.org/funding.htm. If you have questions, contact Terésa Fasulo at HEI— tfasulo@healtheffects.org or +1-617-488-2345.

The Department of Environmental Science at the University of San Francisco

The Department of Environmental Science at the University of San Francisco invites applications for two tenure-track faculty positions, contingent on funding approval, at the assistant professor level to begin in August 2009. Primary responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in programs offered or supported by the Department, with curriculum oversight and development, as appropriate. A PhD is required, teaching and/or post-doctoral experience is desirable, and a commitment to undergraduate science education for majors and non-majors is essential.

Of special interest are candidates with expertise in a) landscape ecology, GIS and remote sensing; b) environmental health and toxicology; or c) energy, resources and sustainability science. However, candidates with expertise in other areas of environmental science/studies are also encouraged to apply.

The successful candidate will also be expected to develop a dynamic research program that ideally would allow for undergraduate student participation. The area of research is open, but a candidate with interdisciplinary interests within the environmental arena is preferred.

Please submit the following materials electronically to envscisearch@usfca.edu: cover letter, curriculum vitae, graduate transcripts, a statement addressing teaching in a liberal arts environment (2 pages max), a research statement that addresses how to involve students, and for applicants with university teaching experience, syllabi and course evaluations. Candidates should also arrange for three letters of recommendation to be forwarded directly to this email or to the Search Committee Chair. Inquiries about the positions or printed applications should be sent to: Dr. John Callaway, Search Committee Chair, Department of Environmental Science, University of San Francisco, 2130 Fulton Street, San Francisco, CA 94117, email: callaway@usfca.edu

Completed applications will be reviewed starting November 1, 2008 and accepted until the position is filled. The Department is part of the College of Arts and Sciences; a new integrated science building for undergraduate teaching is currently being planned in response to program growth. Information about the Department and its programs can be found at: http://www.usfca.edu/artsci/ug/environmental_science/index.html, http://www.usfca.edu/artsci/ug/environmental_studies/index.html, and http://www.usfca.edu/artsci/grad/environmental_management/index.html

The University of San Francisco is a private, Catholic and Jesuit institution and particularly welcomes candidates who will positively contribute to such an environment. USF is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities upon request. We particularly encourage minority and women applicants for all positions.

EFSA
European Food Safety Authority

Join EFSA's Scientific Committee and Panels

Make a difference to European food safety
Deliver scientific advice to Europe's risk managers
Be part of Europe's network of top food safety scientists

The role of EFSA

EFSA is the European Union's scientific risk assessment body on food and feed safety, nutrition, animal health and welfare, and plant health and protection, tackling issues all along the food chain. Its Scientific Committee and Panels consist of independent scientists from universities, research institutions and national food safety authorities. They deliver high-quality scientific advice for Europe's decision-makers to act on and protect consumers, animals and plants. EFSA currently seeks independent experts for its Scientific Committee and Panels. Experts are sought for a 3 year term, renewable, starting in the summer of 2009.

EFSA's Scientific Committee and Panels

Highly-qualified independent experts in risk assessment
Experts sought to cover plant health and plant protection, GMOs, feedstuffs, animal health and welfare, toxicology, contaminants in the food chain, biological hazards including TSEs, dietetic products, allergies, novel foods and nutrition
Selected through an open procedure based on proven scientific excellence

Apply online from 23 October to 7 January to join other top scientists: www.efsa.europa.eu

Committed to ensuring that Europe's food is safe

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Office of Research and Development

HIGH-LEVEL
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
IN
EXPOSURE SCIENCE

EPA's Office of Research and Development (ORD) is seeking highly qualified candidates to fill two positions within the National Exposure Research Laboratory (NERL):

Director of the Environmental Sciences Division in Las Vegas, NV
Director of the Human Exposure and Atmospheric Sciences Division in Research Triangle Park, NC

Directors in both positions will be required to provide critical capabilities and leadership in the area of exposure research. Activities will include planning, developing, organizing, directing and implementing a highly technical and complex science research and development organization that has a nationwide impact and includes a staff of 70 to 100 employees.

These positions will be filled using EPA's Title 42 Authority, which allows us to hire the highest caliber science leaders through renewable term appointments of up to 5 years and at annual salaries of up to $200,000 depending upon qualifications, experience, and other factors. Selected applicants will be eligible for full benefits including relocation, health and life insurance, retirement, and vacation and sick leave.

Specific information on the positions and instructions for applying can be found at http://www.epa.gov/nerl/ Applications must be submitted by October 10, 2008.

The U.S. EPA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Epidemiologist/Biostatistician position

The Health Effects Institute (HEI) is seeking a strong candidate to join its multidisciplinary scientific staff. HEI is a nonprofit organization designed to provide impartial, relevant, and high-quality scientific information about the health effects of air pollution. Its core funds come equally from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and industry.

The position available is for an epidemiologist or biostatistician to work on a range of activities. These include reviewing and writing commentaries on final research reports, contributing to literature reviews on critical issues, and helping develop and implement HEI's research program on air pollution and health. Direct experience in air pollution epidemiology is desirable, but HEI is most interested in finding a scientist with experience and skills in epidemiologic and statistical techniques that have been applied in a variety of environmental and occupational health settings. More information can be found at www.healtheffects.org.

This position requires a doctoral degree in epidemiology or biostatistics and, preferably, at least 3 years of subsequent experience in epidemiologic or other relevant research. Experience on how such research is used in public health and/or policy settings is desirable. Experience in project management is useful, but not required. Good written and oral communication skills are essential. Interested applicants should submit a letter, resume, and a writing sample as soon as possible but no later than September 30, 2008. HEI is an equal opportunity employer.

Please send application material (electronically or by mail) to:

Ms. Terésa Fasulo
Manager of Science Administration
Health Effects Institute
101 Federal St, Suite 500
Boston, MA 02110
tfasulo@healtheffects.org

HARVARD SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH
Department of Environmental Health

Assistant/Associate Professor of Environmental Epigenetics

The Department of Environmental Health, in partnership with the Department of Genetics and Complex Diseases, at the Harvard School of Public Health seeks candidates for the position of assistant or associate professor of environmental epigenetics. This is a tenure-ladder position, with academic rank to be determined in accordance with the successful candidate's experience and productivity.

We seek individuals with expertise in epigenetics who wish to apply this discipline to the study of how environmental exposures affect health. We are particularly interested in exposures such as air pollution, metals, and organic chemicals, but the department's research is broad. We welcome candidates with experience in evaluating intermediate biomarkers of effect and in examining the molecular basis for the observed associations between environmental exposures and health, especially respiratory, cardiovascular and reproductive/developmental endpoints.

Successful applicants will hold a PhD and/or MD degree (or equivalent graduate degree) and will have a record of outstanding productivity in an area that complements the existing research and training goals of the department. The candidate should possess the ability to work collaboratively with other scientists, to develop an independent research program, and to participate in teaching graduate-level courses, and the scholarly qualities required to mentor doctoral students and post-doctoral fellows. The successful candidate will benefit from secondary affiliation with the Department of Genetics and Complex Diseases, a generous start-up package, and state-of-the-art research facilities.

Please send a letter of application, including a statement of current and future research interests, curriculum vitae, sample publications, and the names of four referees to the following address. Applicants should ask their four referees to write independently to this address. The electronic submission of application documents to the email below is welcome.

Chair, Search Committee for Assistant/Associate Professor of Aquatic Science
c/o B. Zuckerman, Harvard School of Public Health
Department of Environmental Health, 665 Huntington Avenue
Building 1, Room 1301, Boston, MA 02115
email: bzuckerm@hsph.harvard.edu

Harvard University is committed to increasing representation of women and minority members among its faculty and particularly encourages applications from such candidates.

HARVARD SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH
Department of Environmental Health

Assistant/Associate Professor of Aquatic Science

The Department of Environmental Health at the Harvard School of Public Health (HSPH) seeks candidates for the position of assistant or associate professor of Aquatic Science in its Water and Health Program. This is a tenure-ladder position, with the academic rank to be determined in accordance with the successful candidate's experience and productivity.

We seek an outstanding individual to join the Environmental Health faculty to conduct teaching and research in the area of biological/chemical stressors in aquatic systems within a risk and decision analysis framework which addresses environmental health issues. Applicants from a wide range of disciplines are encouraged to apply especially those candidates with expertise in environmental microbiology, i.e. research on the development and application of emerging molecular techniques. The successful candidate will have a record of independent research as well as demonstration of collaborative research. This tenure track position offers outstanding scholarly and scientific resources, with the opportunity to mentor exceptional students and post-doctoral trainees with strong interests in environmental health. The successful candidate will be expected to develop an independent research program, teach graduate-level courses, and to supervise graduate students and post-graduates. The applicant must have a Ph.D., Sc.D., or equivalent graduate degree. Generous start-up packages and state-of-the-art facilities are available.

Harvard University is committed to increasing representation of women and minority members among its faculty and particularly encourages applications from such candidates.

DIRECTOR, University of Michigan Risk Science Center
PROFESSOR, Charles and Rita Gelman Professor in Risk Sciences

The University of Michigan Risk Science Center (UMRSC) is seeking a Director with exceptional leadership skills and a commitment to scientifi c excellence. The Director will continue to build the Center's strong national and international repute in the risk sciences and orchestrate the next phase of growth. The UMRSC director will also hold the Charles and Rita Gelman endowed professorship within the Univ. of Michigan School of Public Health.

Established scholars with potential to develop a vibrant research program in the Risk Sciences and Risk Communication areas are encouraged to apply. The selected candidate is expected to participate in instructional activities as well as

provide intellectual and scholarly leadership,
perform basic and/or applied research in the risk sciences,
build teams with the ability to tackle a variety of environmental health risk research problems,
lead the recruitment of two additional junior scientists,
further develop educational programs,
establish communication strategies, and
actively participate in development of research funding.

Qualifications include a doctoral degree and an outstanding record of research accomplishments, as evidenced by scholarly contributions to the literature. Letters of application, including curriculum vitae and three references are requested.

All applications will be treated in a confidential manner and a pdf file should be sent to: umrscsearch@umich.edu

For more information, visit www.umriskcenter.org

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

EOHSI POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH POSITIONS

Postdoctoral research positions are available immediately at the Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences Institute (EOHSI), a joint Institute of UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and of Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey.

Successful candidates will have a doctorate in a biomedical or physical science and an interest in multidisciplinary research in toxicology, exposure science, environmental epidemiology, environmental and occupational medicine and/or environmental policy.

The research takes place in a collaborative group setting utilizing multiple technologies. Salary will be commensurate with experience. Send curriculum vitae along with names and telephone numbers of three references to:

Betty Davis
Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences Institute
170 Frelinghuysen Road, Piscataway, NJ, 08854
or e-mail: davisbe@eohsi.rutgers.edu

The Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences Institute is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and actively encourages interest from women and minorities.

Current Career Opportunities

Embryonic Stem Cell Biologist, TENURE -TRACK INVESTIGATOR Department of Health and Human Services National Institutes of Health National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences Research Triangle Park, North Carolina

Tenure-Track Investigator in X-Ray Crystallography Department of Health and Human Services, National Institutes of Health National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences, Research Triangle Park, NC

MUSC Medical University of South Carolina Endowed Chair in Marine Genomics Marine Biomedicine and Environmental Sciences Center

REQUEST FOR APPLICATIONS HEI announces its Fall 2008 Research Agenda: