Postdoctoral Research Fellow

3 days ago

Vancouver, Canada UBC Full time

Academic
Job Category
Faculty Non Bargaining
Job Title
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Department
Research | Kumar Lab | Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences (Ujendra Kumar)
Posting End Date
October 30, 2024
**Note**: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.
Job End Date
Nov 14, 2025
The expected salary for this position is $45,000 per year, commensurate with experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package.
**Position Details**:
**Start Date**: November 15, 2024
**Term**: 1-2 years
**Salary**: Commensurate with experience (~$45,000), with additional benefits
**Location**: UBC Vancouver Campus
**Supervisor**: Dr. Ujendra Kumar
**Application Deadline**: October 30, 2024
**Position Summary**:
Application are invited for the postdoctoral position to join our team, focusing on studies related to excitotoxicity in neurodegenerative disease models. The lab's primary research explores the roles of somatostatin and cannabinoids in these models. Additionally, the lab investigates herbal compounds with potential anti-cancer properties.
**Consequences of Error**:
This position requires professional action on all aspects of research work and is responsible for the production of high quality, reproducible, well-documented research activities. Errors in judgement and failure to report problems have significant consequences and will lead to termination of the position.
**Supervision Received**:
The Postdoctoral Fellow will work with a high degree of independence and set priorities under directives from Dr. Kumar.
**Supervision Given**:
This position may involve supervision of undergraduate students, other lab members and collaborators to accomplish research goals.
**Minimum Qualifications**:
Ph.D. in a relevant field, with expertise in neuroscience and cellular and molecular biology.
Proficiency in immunohistochemistry, confocal microscopy, and cell culture, with required experience in in vivo models.
Experience in behavioral studies, RNA-Seq analysis, and molecular biology is highly desirable.
Strong skills in scientific writing, including manuscript and grant preparation. Experience mentoring students is a plus.
**General Responsibilities**:
Conduct research on assigned projects.
Assist in writing grant proposals and research papers.
Mentor undergraduate and graduate students, guiding experimental design, analysis etc.
Collaborate with research partners and present findings.
**Application Requirements**:
Cover letter detailing your research experience and qualifications.
Academic CV, including a list of publications and
Contact information for at least two-three referees (including PhD Supervisor).

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