Posting Number: S06194P Department: Bioengineering Salary Range: Up to $70,000 DOQ Pay Basis: Monthly Position Status: Regular full-time Location: Richardson Job Description: A postdoc position is available for candidates with a strong background in developmental biology, microscopy, metabolic imaging or related fields. The candidate will investigate spatial organization of developing embryos in close collaboration with molecular experimental colleagues, developing and devising a new platform to integrate single cell sequencing data as well as imaging profiles. The Cao Laboratory utilizes and develops cutting-edge single-cell omics, imaging, and microfluidics tools to investigate lineages commitment, cell type evolution, and cell-cell interactions (e.g., Cao et al., Nature 2019; Lemaire et al., Science Advances, 2021; Chen et al., Plos Biology, 2022). Our research aims to elucidate the gene regulatory grammar in embryogenesis and cancer development (please visit https://labs.utdallas.edu/caolab for more details). The Cao Lab is well funded by the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development ( NICHD ), and the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas ( CPRIT ). A competitive salary, determined by candidates’ backgrounds and experience, is offered. Please send your CV, cover letter, research statement and contact information for three referees to chen.cao@utdallas.edu Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D in a related field. Preferred Education and Experience: + PhD in Developmental Biology, Genetics, System biology, Biophysics or a related discipline with 3 years’ experience. + It is preferred that candidates demonstrate scientific productivity with peer-reviewed publications and strong commitment to scientific research. Recipients of recent PhD degree are strongly encouraged to apply. + Ability to lead and direct teams of researchers including undergraduate and graduate students. + This position will require strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work in a multidisciplinary team environment. Important Message: 1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public. 2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. EOE , including disability/veterans. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator (ADACoordinator@utdallas.edu) . For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator (TitleIXCoordinator@utdallas.edu) .