Reproductive Biology Training Grant

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Providing opportunities for postdoctoral training in Reproductive Biology

Sponsored by the National Institutes of Health

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During the past several decades, basic scientists & clinicians have contributed greatly to our understanding of fundamental aspects of reproductive biology. In turn, this understanding has been applied toward the development of improved methods of contraception and for the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the reproductive system, including infertility, cancer, congenital anomalies, precocious puberty, and problems associated with menopause. Continued success in this area will be dependant upon training a new generation of scientists who understand the basic principles of modern biology and are interested in applying basic research techniques on problems relevant to reproductive biology and medicine. This program offers fellowships to postdoctoral candidates with either a doctoral degree (Ph.D.) in a basic science or a professional degree (e.g. M.D.) in medical sciences that seek training in reproductive biology. Training opportunities are available from 22 faculty mentors, representing 10 departments at the University of Washington, including the School of Medicine, the College of Arts and Sciences, and the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center. The disciplines represented include molecular and developmental biology, physiology and biophysics, reproductive neuroendocrinology, and clinical medicine. This program offers a unique and diverse training experience to new investigators in the field of reproductive biology at a time when there is intense public and scientific interest in the issues surrounding fertility control, hormone replacement therapy and the role of reproductive hormones in cancer.

Faculty Mentor

Robert Steiner - Director

Bertil Hille - Co-Director

Horacio de la Iglesia

Hannele Ruohola-Baker

Application Proceedures

To apply for a position on the Reproductive Biology Training Grant please complete the following:

Letter of interest with mention of mentor who is committed to sponsoring your application
One copy of your CV
A one page statement of research interests and career goals
Three letters of recommendation
A letter of support from your faculty sponsor/mentor (from the list above). Please contact your sponsor directly to coordinate his/her endorsement of your application.

Mail your application materials to:

Robert Steiner
Dept of Physiology & Biophysics
University of Washington
Box 357290
Seattle, WA 98195

The application deadline is September 15, 2007. To ensure consideration please make sure all your application materials are received by this date. The start date for the position will be after 5/1/07.

Please note that only US Citizens or permanent residents are eligible to apply.

The University of Washington provides Equal Opportunity in education without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam era veteran in accordance with University of Washington policy and applicable federal and state statutes and regulations.

Last updated: August 13, 2007
by: Tina Schulstad