Postdoctoral Researcher

1 week ago

Toronto Ontario CA, Ontario University Health Network Full time

The University Health Network, where “above all else the needs of patients come first”, encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of groundbreaking firsts and a purpose of “Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning”, the University Health Network (UHN), Canada’s largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.

Position Summary
The laboratory of Dr. Donald Weaver, Krembil Research Institute, (University Health Network) and Department of Chemistry (University of Toronto) invites applications for one Postdoctoral Researcher Position in Computational/Theoretical Chemistry. Work will involve applications of molecular modelling methods (molecular dynamics/molecular mechanics/quantum mechanics calculations) to understanding neurochemical processes, developing in silico disease models and participating in a multi-disciplinary group focused on drug design for neurodegenerative disease.

Applicants should hold a PhD in Computational/Theoretical Chemistry (must be obtained within the previous 5 years) and have a strong background in the development and use of molecular modelling and electronic structure theory. The successful candidate will work in the Krembil Research Institute, which is part of the Toronto Western Hospital. We expect strong commitment, good communication skills and ability to work in a multidisciplinary environment with highly qualified professionals from international backgrounds.

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We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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