Postdoctoral Scholar - Stem Cell Biology and Precision Medicine, Departments of Medical Genetics and Biochemistry & Molecular Biology, Cumming School of Medicine

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Position Description

Area:  Medical Genetics and Biochemistry & Molecular Biology     

Duration:  1 year

Start Date:  Negotiable

Salary:  $45,000/year plus benefits

The Departments of Medical Genetics and Biochemistry & Molecular Biology in the Cumming School of Medicine at the University of Calgary is accepting applications for a Postdoctoral Scholar in Stem Cell Biology and Precision Medicine.

Job Description:

The Yang laboratory (yanglaboratory.ca) in the Departments of Medical Genetics and Biochemistry & Molecular Biology at the University of Calgary, Canada, is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral scholar to lead projects focusing on stem cell biology. The projects will involve utilizing patient induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC)-derived cells and mouse disease models to develop novel precision medicine approaches for patients with rare neurological disorders.

Qualifications:

• PhD or an equivalent degree, completed in the last three years, in neuroscience, molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology or a related discipline.
• Prior research experience in stem cell biology and iPSCs. Knowledge and experience in mammalian cell culture, 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:

This position is available immediately, however, the starting date is negotiable. Please send a single PDF file containing a cover letter and CV to [email protected] with the subject line "Postdoc Position."

Additional Information

To learn more about postdoctoral scholar opportunities at the University of Calgary and all we have to offer, view our Postdoc Careers website . For more information about the Cumming School of Medicine visit Careers in the Cumming School of Medicine.

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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 .

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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.

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