The Department of Dermatology at the University of Virginia (UVA) School of Medicine invites applications for a Lab Specialist position in the laboratory of Dr. Lu Le, Professor and Chair of the Department of Dermatology.
The Le lab investigates how genetic and microenvironmental factors interplay to regulate tumorigenesis. Our research focuses on identification of the cell of origin and elucidating the role of tumor microenvironment in cancer development. We dissect the cellular and molecular mechanisms of carcinogenesis from a developmental perspective using Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1), a common tumor predisposition human genetic disorder, as a model. While working on neurofibromatosis, our research group serendipitously uncovered the identity of follicular epithelial cells that directly give rise to hair and mechanisms that cause hair to turn gray – findings that led to our second focus to identify possible treatments for balding and hair graying associated with aging. The laboratory offers a rich experimental environment that encompasses both basic and translational research
For an overview of our recent publications, please visit: https://med.virginia.edu/le-lab/publications.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree
• Experience: At least three years of experience, which may include experience gained while a student.
  This position is a restricted position and is dependent upon project need, availability of funding and performance. This is a Non - Exempt level, benefited position. For more information on the benefits at UVA, visit hr.virginia.edu/benefits.
  This position will remain open until filled. The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment. A completed pre-employment health screen is required for this position prior to employment.
  References will be completed via UVA’s standardized process Skill Survey. A total of five references will be requested via SkillSurvey during the final phase of the interview process.
  Physical Demands:
  This position is located in Charlottesville, VA

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