Post-doctoral Fellow (Research Institute)

Job Title:

Post-doctoral Fellow (Research Institute)

Organisation:

Research Institute of the MUHC

Work Location:

5252 DE MAISONNEUVE

Job Category:

Research and teaching

Job Type:

Temporary full time

Le Centre universitaire de santé McGill (CUSM) est un centre hospitalier universitaire intégré, reconnu à l’échelle internationale pour l’excellence de ses programmes cliniques, de sa recherche et de son enseignement. Le CUSM a pour objectif d’assurer aux patients des soins fondés sur les connaissances les plus avancées dans le domaine de la santé et de contribuer au progrès des connaissances.

RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF THE MUHC
The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) is a world-renowned biomedical and hospital research centre. Located in Montreal, Quebec, the Institute is the research arm of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at McGill University. The RI-MUHC is supported in part by the Fonds de recherche du Québec - Santé (FRQS).

Position summary
The laboratory of Dr. Mallory Downie in the Department of Human Genetics, McGill University aims to identify new genes and genetic risk factors in childhood kidney disease. We do this using bioinformatic techniques such as genome-wide association studies, genetic risk scores, and Mendelian randomization studies applied to large genetic databases and multi-ancestral populations.

General Duties
We are seeking a talented postdoctoral fellow with strong quantitative science skills and an understanding of epidemiology, bioinformatics, and/or genomics. Qualified candidates should be passionate about using clinical research to drive discovery with the overall goal of improving clinical care.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct independent bioinformatic experiments on a variety of large genetic datasets,
• Manage collaborations related to your project with members of the group and other groups,,
• Establish processes and research methods to enable bioinformatic studies in the lab (eg assist with setting up appropriate computing infrastructure)
• Support in mentoring and supervising junior trainees, including graduate students,
• Contribute to the research direction of the lab through writing research proposals and grant applications.

Education: Doctorate Degree
Field of Study: PhD in genetic epidemiology, bioinformatics, genetics, biostatistics, or computer science.
Other education considered an asset for this position:
• Clinicians (MD) with research experience are also encouraged to apply.

Work Experience:
• Knowledge of bioinformatic approaches and tools,
• Experience analyzing large-scale genomic data (including next-generation sequencing and/or genome-wide genotyping datasets),
• Strong computer programming skills (R/Python preferred).

• Fluency in English, spoken and written,
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills,
• Ability to work independently and with teams.

Candidates are to provide:
• Cover letter (including statement of research interests and prior experience in related research),
• CV with bibliography,
• Contact information for 3 references.

Status: Temporary, full time
Pay Scale: A Postdoctoral Fellow will receive a stipend or a bursary from a grant for research activities that will be performed on a full-time basis. All benefits are administered by the University under which they are registered.
Work Shift: Monday to Friday
Work Site: 5252, de Maisonneuve

https://rimuhc.ca/careers

To learn more about our benefits, please visit http://rimuhc.ca/en/compensation-and-benefits

THIS IS NOT A HOSPITAL POSITION.

The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity, diversity and inclusion within its community. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who self-identify as members of racialized groups/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. We also welcome candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may confidentially contact, [email protected]

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