Department of Health and Human Services
National Institutes of Health
National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences
Research Triangle Park, North Carolina
The National Toxicology Program (NTP) within the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) has launched a new initiative to determine individual genetic differences and susceptibility to environmental toxins using multiple inbred strains and/or genetically modified mice. The NTP is seeking a dynamic, highly motivated scientist to serve as Chief of the Host Susceptibility Branch. The incumbent will be responsible for all aspects of the host susceptibility initiative and related activities. As a senior official representing the NTP, the incumbent is the primary expert and interface in host susceptibility with many agencies and offices and provides guidance on relevant research, policy and practices. The incumbent will lead a team of multidisciplinary experts to investigate the genetic basis for population-level differences in susceptibility to environmental toxicants and/or disease using experimental models. The focus of this effort will lead to a better understanding of gene and environment interactions and why some individuals are more susceptible than others to exposure to an environmental toxicant resulting in disease and morbidity. The senior scientist will develop collaborations and relationships with other agencies and institutes, including EPA, DOE, NSF, advocacy groups and industry coalitions.
Minimum qualifications include a Ph.D. or equivalent degree and/or M.D. with an established record of research activity and publications in genetics and genomics. Expertise and experience within the broad context of genetics, genetic models (including genetically-engineered mouse models of human disease), and research strategies applicable to the investigation of toxicology and complex traits for application to gene and environment interactions is desired. Effective leadership, communication, and experience in mentoring and training are requisite. Knowledge and interest in the application of genetics and genomics and associated tools, as well as cellular and molecular biology applications relevant to toxicology and research experience on the genetic basis for susceptibility to environmental exposures and disease are desired.
Salary will be commensurate with qualifications. To apply, submit a cover letter indicating interests, curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation by May 15, 2008 to:
Ms. Barbara Curtis (DIR08-03)
National Institutes of Health
National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences
P.O. Box 12233, Maildrop A2-06
111 Alexander Drive, Room A202
Research Triangle Park, NC 27709 dir-appls@niehs.nih.gov
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