Postdoctoral Fellow (Junior and Senior) – Immunology

Job title:

Postdoctoral Fellow (Junior and Senior) – Immunology

Company

University of Alberta

Job description

DescriptionThis competition will be used to fill a junior and senior Postdoctoral Fellow.These positions are for a 2-year term and offer a benefits package found at .Location – This role is in person. Work takes place at North Campus Edmonton and Li Ka Shing Health Research CenterWorking at the University of AlbertaThe University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all FirstPeoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people – from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. .Working for the Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry – Surgery DeptThe division of Cardiac Surgery has a diverse basic science research program ranging from ex-situ heart and lung perfusion, thoracic organ transplantation, tissue engineering, and immunology, among others. The division is a leader in the fields of ex-situ organ perfusion and transplantation and seeks to continue to improve these technologies through ongoing research in the division.PositionSenior Postdoctoral Fellow PositionThe Nagandran laboratory is looking to fill a position for a Senior Postdoctoral Fellow, having at least two years of experience in a Canadian laboratory. This project involves collaboration with an industry partner to develop small-molecule drugs that can treat and manage adverse immune events in transplant patients. The successful candidate should ideally have demonstrated leadership skills in areas both within and outside of the lab, as well as mentored junior staff. Research expertise in the areas of molecular biology, immunology, biochemistry or physiology is valued, and in particular, experience working with mouse models that can include primary cell culture and surgery. We are looking for a researcher able to both propel their own research project and help manage diverse complementary research efforts from lab team members as well as industrial collaborators.Junior Postdoctoral Fellow PositionA Junior Postdoctoral Fellow position (within a year of graduation with PhD) is available to develop new molecular and cellular assays to characterize a novel approach to small molecule drug development for immunotherapy to treat solid tumors. The candidate should ideally have a background in immunology, molecular biology or pharmaceutical sciences. The responsibilities of this position will include working effectively with lab team members as well as industry collaborators to advance the development of small molecule candidates towards the clinic.Duties

• Cell culture
• Animal handling
• Screening of novel molecules in an animal model
• Analysis of tissue and blood samples
• Performing functional assays (T cell, NK cell activation)

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in a related area, with research expertise as outlined above.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with small animals for experimentation
• Experience working with cell lines and culture
• Experience working with pharmaceutical molecules/drugs
• Experience with functional assays such as T cell or natural killer cell activation

At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.The University of Alberta is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women; First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; persons with disabilities; persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression; and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.Note: This opportunity will be available until midnight November 30, 2024, Edmonton, Alberta local time.

Expected salary

Location

Edmonton, AB

Job date

Sat, 09 Nov 2024 05:30:58 GMT

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