The Heit lab is currently looking to fill three positions, suitable for graduate students or post-doctoral fellows. Trainees in these positions will develop an in-depth knowledge of immunology, cell biology and inflammation, and will gain technical expertise in molecular and cellular biology, immune assays and advanced microscopy.
Available Positions/Projects:
The available projects cover a broad range of immunological topics, including:
- Biophysics of phagocyte receptor diffusion and phagocyte force generation. Students with strength in immunology, cell biology and mathematics would be best suited for this position.
- Efferocytic receptor biology. This project involves characterizing the gene regulation and signalling pathway responsible for efferocytosis through a key efferocytic receptor, with the aim of understanding how this receptor works under homeostasis and during chronic inflammatory disease.
- Characterization of a new phagocytic receptor. We believe that we have identified a new phagocytic receptor; this project seeks to further characterize this receptor and understand its role under homeostatic and chronic inflammatory conditions.
How to Apply for a Position:
Applications should be made directly to Dr. Heit. Please note that I will not reply to applicants who have not met the following requirements:
- All prospective graduate students must meet departmental entrance requirements. PDFs do not have to fulfil this requirement.
- E-mail Dr. Heit with a CV, grades, and contact information for 2 references.
- Hold a degree in a relevant area of biology
Students/PDFs holding independent funding are preferred, but not required.
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