The City of Calgary is also home to Métis Nation of Alberta, Districts 5 and 6.
Position Description
We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral scholar to lead projects focusing on stem cell biology at the Yang Laboratory (yanglaboratory.ca) in the Departments of Medical Genetics and Biochemistry & Molecular Biology at the University of Calgary, Canada. The projects will involve utilizing patient-induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs), induced neurons from direct reprogramming, and mouse disease models to develop novel precision medicine approaches for patients with rare neurological disorders.
Qualifications:
- PhD or an equivalent degree in neuroscience, molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology or a related discipline.
- Prior research experience in stem cell biology and iPSCs. Knowledge and experience in cell reprogramming, mouse genetics, confocal microscopy, and drug development would be highly desirable.
- Must be self¿motivated, with a keen interest in working on multidisciplinary, translational projects.
- A strong research background with first-author publications in related fields.
- Proficiency in English.
- Excellent communication, written and interpersonal skills.
Application details:
The position is available immediately, but the starting date is negotiable. Apply via the UCalgary Careers web portal before July 12, 2023 at 11:59 pm (MDT).
Individuals interested in this opportunity should submit the following via email or mail:
- Letter of interest
- Curriculum vitae
- Any relevant publications
- Names and contact information of three references
We thank everyone for their interest, but only the most suitable potential candidates will be contacted.
Additional Information
The terms and conditions of employment are covered under the UCalgary and PDAC Collective Agreement. To find out more about postdoctoral scholar program at the University of Calgary visit our Postdocs website.
To learn more about postdoctoral scholar opportunities at the University of Calgary and all we have to offer, view our Postdoc Careers website.
The University strongly recommends all faculty and staff are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
About the University of Calgary
The University of Calgary is Canada’s leading next-generation university – a living, growing and youthful institution that embraces change and opportunity with a can-do attitude. Located in the nation’s most enterprising city, the university is making tremendous progress on its Eyes High journey to be recognized as one of Canada’s top five research universities, grounded in innovative learning and teaching and fully integrated with the community it both serves and leads. The University of Calgary inspires and supports discovery, creativity and innovation across all disciplines. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.
About Calgary, Alberta
Calgary is one of the world's cleanest cities and has been named one of the world's most livable cities for years. Calgary is a city of leaders – in business, community, philanthropy and volunteerism. Calgarians benefit from the strongest economy in the nation and enjoy more days of sunshine per year than any other major Canadian city. Calgary is less than an hour’s drive from the Rocky Mountains and boasts the most extensive urban pathway and bikeway network in North America.
The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy in line with the foundational goals of Eyes High, committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.
As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion ([email protected]) and requests for accommodations can be sent to Human Resources ([email protected]).
