Postdoctoral Fellow – Cell Biology

Job title:

Postdoctoral Fellow – Cell Biology

Company

University of Alberta

Job description

DescriptionThis position offers a benefits package found at .Location – This role is in-person at North Campus Edmonton.The and newly established at the Alberta Diabetes Institute and Department of Cell Biology at University of Alberta is seeking highly motivated Postdoctoral Researchers to drive projects funded by CIHR, NIH and Cystic Fibrosis Foundation aimed at understanding the role of the islet microenvironment on islet endocrine cell function and diabetes development.About us:We use human islets, cell culture and animal models and human donor pancreas samples to understand the impact of the islet/pancreas “neighbourhood” on islet endocrine cell function and survival. Current projects include (i) investigating interactions between cells of the exocrine pancreas (duct and acinar) and islets, (ii) building the first comprehensive atlas of the pancreas in cystic fibrosis and (iii) studying the impact of islet microvascular destabilization on islet function and survival.What we are looking for:Highly motivated and collaborative team players to build a diverse research community focused on the islet microenvironment. Successful applicants will utilize their experience in cutting edge techniques working with human islets, organoid and/or vascular culture models, live cell and confocal microscopy and analysis of large datasets. Successful applicants will be expected to develop individual projects as well as contributing to team-based studies and to be involved in training and mentoring of other group members.Requirements:

• PhD or equivalent degree in Cell Biology, Vascular Biology, Pharmacology or related field, earned ideally within the past 3 years or anticipated by the position start date.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and research productivity demonstrated through peer-reviewed publications, presentations and/or other relevant research works.
• Laboratory experience in cell/organoid culture, biochemical and molecular biology techniques, live cell, confocal or super-resolution microscopy and image analysis.
• Experience in analyzing large datasets and coding is advantageous.

To Apply, please submit:

• CV listing education and training, research skills and accomplishments
• Written statement describing the candidate’s interests and goals including how these align with this research program.
• Contact information for three references

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.All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. If suitable Canadian citizens or permanent residents cannot be found, other individuals will be considered.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.

Expected salary

Location

Edmonton, AB

Job date

Fri, 26 Jul 2024 23:35:16 GMT

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