Postdoctoral Researcher Position in Breast Cancer Research

3 weeks ago


Toronto, Ontario, Canada University Health Network Full time

Job Title: Postdoctoral Researcher Position in Breast Cancer Research

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to join our team at the University Health Network. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to design and lead their own research project focused on understanding the mechanisms that regulate cancer stem cell activity in human breast cancer.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and execute a research project that aligns with the strategic objectives of the lab
  • Train and supervise students who will have their own research projects
  • Work with scientific collaborators to execute the project
  • Perform sophisticated analysis of single cell sequencing datasets
  • Write and review manuscripts for publication
  • Present at seminars and conferences
  • Apply for external funding

Qualifications:

  • Recently graduated from a PhD program
  • Publication(s) and manuscript(s) in preparation or completed, to be competitive for funding support
  • Excellent critical thinking and analytical skills, along with a high degree of independence and flexibility to thrive in a rapidly evolving research environment
  • Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills to work well with collaborators
  • Excellent initiative and leadership skills
  • Advanced/expert skills in cell and molecular biology
  • Moderate degree of experience with computational analysis in R and bash for analysis of large datasets from DNA/RNA sequencing, and single cell sequencing

Why Work with Us:

The University Health Network is a world-renowned healthcare organization that offers a wide range of benefits, programs, and perks to its employees. As a postdoctoral researcher at UHN, you will have the opportunity to work alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world.



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