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Location: Indiana, PENNSYLVANIA
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Posting Details
Position Details
| Title | Postdoctoral Fellowship- Biomedical and Applied Sciences |
|---|---|
| Appointment Status | Non-Tenure Track |
| Department | IUPUI Oral Biology – School of Dentistry |
| Location | Indianapolis |
| Position Summary | A postdoctoral position is available immediately in Dr. Alexandru Movila’s lab at Indiana University School of Dentistry . Dr. Movila seeks to understand the basic mechanisms of aging and lifespan under conditions where oral bacterial dysbiosis accelerates cellular senescence and systemic age-associated diseases. This project will involve in vitro and in vivo models of periodontitis, neuroinflammation and aging. A candidate must be familiar with experimental mouse or rat models of periodontitis mediated by placing the ligature and/or using human oral pathogens, e.g., Porphyromonas gingivalis, Tanerella forsythia, Treponema denticola, and jaw and long bone histology. In addition, a candidate must have expertise in at least of three of the following techniques: in vitro osteoblastogenesis and osteoclastogenesis, micro-CT, confocal microscopy, Real-Time-PCR, ELISA, Western-blot, immunofluorescence, brain histology, IVIS imaging, mass-spectrometry. As the state’s premier urban research institution, Indiana University is committed to having a welcoming campus community that reflects and enacts the values of diversity, equity and inclusion that inform academic excellence. We seek candidates who will not only enhance our representational diversity but whose research, teaching, and community engagement efforts contribute to diverse, equitable, and inclusive learning and working environments for our students, staff, and faculty. |
| Basic Qualifications | The candidate will possess a DDS, MD, or PhD degree. The candidate must demonstrate a peer-reviewed publications record in aging, cellular senescence, periodontitis, oral bacteria, dementia. Preference will be given to individuals with hands-on experience using current techniques associated with in vivo models of periodontitis or brain neuro-inflammation. |
| Department Contact for Questions | Questions regarding the position can be directed to: Dr. Alexandru Movila [email protected] |
| Additional Qualifications | Preferred Qualifications: Training in specific methods and techniques will be offered. However, preference will be given to individuals with hands-on experience using current techniques associated with in vivo models of periodontitis. |
| Salary and Rank | Salary will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and qualifications. |
| Special Instructions | Review of applicants will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. |
| For Best Consideration Date | |
| Expected Start Date | 09/01/2024 |
| Posting/OAA # | IU-100821-2024 |