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Postdoctoral Research Position – Kaya Lab

Location: University of Virginia (UVA), Charlottesville, VA, USA

Lab Website: kayalab.org

Start Date: February 2023 or until filled

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About the Kaya Lab

The Kaya Lab at UVA is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to join our dynamic and collaborative team. Our lab focuses on both basic and translational research, investigating the biology of aging and age-related diseases. We utilize a range of experimental systems, including transgenic animal models, dietary interventions, and cutting-edge genome engineering tools.

We value curiosity, independence, and drive. The successful candidate will work closely with Kaya Lab members to design and execute experiments, analyze data, prepare manuscripts and grants, and present findings at lab meetings and conferences.

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Position Highlights

- Full-time postdoctoral position

- Competitive salary and benefits per NIH and UVA guidelines

- Opportunity to contribute to multiple high-impact research projects

- Support for development of independent research initiatives aligned with lab goals

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Research Areas & Projects

Potential projects include, but are not limited to:

1. Neuroinflammation in Neurodegenerative Diseases
  Investigating the role and molecular regulators of neuroinflammation in mouse models of neurodegeneration.

2. Cellular Senescence and Polyploidy
  Understanding how polyploid genomes influence senescence and the associated cellular phenotypes.

3. Aging, Cancer, and Metabolism
  Exploring the mechanisms of age- and cancer-associated metabolic disorders and epigenetic changes linked to aneuploidy.

4. Mitochondrial DNA in Aging and Disease
  Studying the role of cytoplasmic mitochondrial DNA fragments in aging and neurodegeneration.

The lab also highly encourages candidates to propose independent projects, provided they align with the lab’s overarching research goals.

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Required Qualifications

- Ph.D. in neuroscience, mitochondrial biology, cancer biology, aging, or a related field

- Hands-on experience in:

  - Mammalian cell culture
  - Mouse genetics and animal husbandry
  - Molecular cloning and CRISPR or other genome engineering techniques
  - Tissue preparation for immunohistochemistry/immunofluorescence

- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills in English

- Self-motivated, passionate, and able to work independently and collaboratively

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Application Instructions

To apply, please email the following documents (preferably as a single PDF) to qcc6zm@virginia.edu:
- Cover letter summarizing your research interests and how it is aligned with our research

-One page potential project summary of your interest
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) including a list of publications
- Names and contact information of three references

Application Review: Ongoing until the position is filled.