Postdoctoral Fellow - RESP (Research Institute)

Description du poste

Do you want to work for a world-renowned research institute that pushes the boundaries of biomedical science and health research? Right here in Montreal! At the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC), you can be part of an organization focused on scientific discovery and innovation in patient-centered medicine. Join us today and make a difference!

Présentation de l’institut

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).

Introduction

We wish to recruit a postdoctoral fellow to join the laboratory of Dr. Salman Qureshi. The CIHR-funded research project aims to advance fundamental knowledge of host resistance to progressive infection with through systematic analysis of cells and molecular pathways in unique genetically modified mouse models. The fundamental insights arising from these studies have translational potential that will pave the way for improved management of invasive fungal disease in humans.

Responsabilités et objectifs

• Design and perform studies in mice and cells,
• Assist with preparation of reports, manuscripts and grant applications,
• Present work at internal, local, national and international meetings.

Exigences

A Postdoctoral fellow is a full-time student currently enrolled in a Canadian University program. The individual must have recently been awarded (within 5 years) a PhD or equivalent. The Postdoctoral fellow will receive a stipend or a bursary from a professor’s 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.

Qualifications

Éducation / Expérience

Education:
• Must hold a PhD,
• Must be registered as a Postdoctoral Fellow with McGill University.

Field of Study: Immunology and/or related disciplines

Compétences requises

• Knowledge of French is required.
• An intermediate knowledge of oral and written English is required, as the position requires regular and complex contact with researchers or international students who are exclusively proficient in English.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision,
• Published experience in mouse studies and flow cytometry is viewed as a major asset.