POSTDOCTORAL POSITION IN PEDIATRICS
Name of Study:Integration of serum metabolome and gut microbiome to identify host-microbe metabolic interactions in Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS)
Website link: https://sites.google.com/ualberta.ca/haqqlaboratory/
Dr. Andrea Haqq, Department of Pediatrics
This position has a start date of (as soon as possible) and is within the Department of Pediatrics (www.pediatrics.ualberta.ca ).
Description of Study:
Reporting to Dr. Andrea Haqq, Principal Investigator, the main focus of the Post-Doc position will be to complete a cross-sectional study with the aim to conduct untargeted metabolomics analyses to explore metabolic processes and pathways that may link gut microbiota alterations to host health in adolescents with Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS).
The specific objectives of the study are (1) to comprehensively characterize the serum metabolome and gut microbiome in adolescents with and without PWS; and (2) to explore functional correlations between PWS metabolomic signature, gut microbiota profile, and clinical parameters of metabolic dysfunction (insulin resistance [Homeostatic Model Assessment of Insulin Resistance, HOMA-IR], dyslipidemia, and more).
Location:
Employment will be primary in-person at the University of Alberta, at North Campus Edmonton and/or hybrid.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The main responsibilities of the Post-Doctoral Fellow are carried out in consultation with the Principal Investigator and include:
- Develop, coordinate and execute research project work plans and timelines.
- Write research grant proposals to secure funding for additional projects under supervision.
- Develops and carries out independent research
- Assist with the ongoing growth and development of the projects.
- Prepare and submit conference abstracts and manuscripts under supervision.
- Perform other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications:
- PhD in Human Nutrition or related discipline
- Evidence of strong writing and communication skills
- Evidence of peer-reviewed publications
- Working knowledge and experience in biostatistics
- Working knowledge of medical and nutritional assessment methodology
- Ability to work independently as well as contributing to team development, including during the supervisor's periodic absences from the team.
Salary:
The annual stipend offered will be consistent with those of other national agencies (CIHR, HSF of Canada) and may be renewable for up to 4 years, depending on funding and performance.
This is a full-time, grant-funded position for a one-year appointment with the possibility of renewal. The minimum salary begins at $38,981.25/annum + benefits and is commensurate with experience and qualifications. An overview of the benefits can be viewed here .
To Apply:
Submit your CV, a cover letter that outlines your career objectives and why you are a good fit for the project. Please include contact information for three references
Contact Information: [email protected]
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
Note: Online applications are accepted until midnight Mountain Standard Time of the closing date.
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