Under the general supervision of Dr. Nikiforov to conduct independent research in the area of keratinocyte differentiation and cancer biology utilizing cultured cells and animal models of skin diseases. 

Responsibilities include: 

• Development of new and implementation and modification of existing experimental procedures. 
• Data preparation for oral presentations, grant applications and publication in professional journals. 
• Implementation of bioinformatics approaches. 
• Conformance to standards of responsible conduct in research Compliance with good scholarly and research practice Maintenance of a laboratory notebook and/or other comparable records of research activity, which remains the property of Duke University upon termination. 
• Adherence to University standards regarding use of isotopes, chemicals, infectious agents, animals, human subjects, and the like Open and timely discussion with the mentor regarding all facets of the Postdoctoral Appointee's research activities. 

For consideration submit a cover letter, CV, and the names and contact information of three professional references.

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