Graduate students
University of Alberta
I am recruiting graduate students at MSc and PhD at the Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Alberta. We are interested in computational analysis and prediction of RNA structure.
Message me if you are interested.
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Postdoctoral position in RNA bioinformatics
University of Alberta
🔬 About Us:
At the Computational Biology Research and Analytics (COBRA) Lab at the University of Alberta, we are at the forefront of cutting-edge RNA research. In collaboration with Dr. Lara Mahal (Professor of Chemistry and Canada Excellence Research Chair in Glycomics) we are seeking a highly motivated and talented postdoctoral researcher to join our team of passionate scientists. Our mission is to advance our understanding of RNA biology and its implications in various biological processes.
🧬 Position Overview:
- **Position**: Postdoctoral Researcher in RNA Bioinformatics
- Location: Edmonton, Alberta
- Duration: One year with possibility of extension
- Start Date: As soon as possible
- Salary: $70,000 per annum
🔍 Responsibilities:
As a Postdoctoral Researcher in RNA Bioinformatics, you will:
- Investigate and analyze RNA sequences to predict and determine functional RNA structures.
- Develop and apply state-of-the-art tools and techniques to elucidate RNA folding dynamics.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to integrate computational and experimental data.
- Contribute to the development of novel algorithms and methodologies in RNA bioinformatics.
- Publish research findings in high-impact scientific journals.
📚 Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Computer Science, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, or a related field.
- Strong background in RNA bioinformatics and computational biology.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, C/C++.
- Experience in RNA structure prediction, and machine learning is highly desirable.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- A strong publication record demonstrating research productivity.
📨 How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit the following application materials to Dr. Hosna Jabbari at jabbari@ualberta.ca:
- Cover letter detailing your research interests and career goals.
- Updated CV with a list of publications.
- Contact information of 3 references
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Graduate Student Positions Available
University of Waterloo
MSc and PhD opportunities available in the newly formed Peart Lab at the University of Waterloo. We are interested in characterizing the role of ESRPs in regulating epithelial cell functions. Message me if interested or stop by poster #101
Link:
https://uwaterloo.ca/biology/profile/n2peart
Postdoctoral position in virology
Armand-Frappier Research Center
Infections with Zika virus (ZIKV) constitute a major global public health concern worldwide. Indeed, the
recent ZIKV outbreak in the Americas revealed that infection of pregnant women can lead to congenital transmission, infection of the fetal developing brain and eventually to microcephaly in the infant. Most importantly, no antiviral therapies or vaccine against ZIKV are currently available, as we poorly understand how the disease develops. Addressing these questions is challenging since it requires the use of animal models (such as mice) which are limited in terms of duration of development, genetic manipulation, access to infected regions of the developing brain and number of handled individuals. To tackle these challenges, the Chatel-Chaix and the Patten Labs have recently engineered a novel ZIKV infection animal model based on zebrafish whose neuroanatomy resembles that of humans. This innovative model provides a unique access to the infected developing brain and allows the close evaluation of the impact of ZIKV infection on its development.
The Chatel-Chaix lab’ focuses its research on the molecular and cellular biology of flaviviruses (Zika virus, dengue virus and West Nile virus) and SARS-CoV-2 with a strong interest on the functional hijacking of host machineries and/or organelles by these pathogens. The Patten lab uses zebrafish as a translational tool to study the function of genes that are strongly associated with neurological disorders including brain development defects.
Specifically, the candidate will study ZIKV neuropathogenesis using zebrafish at tissue, single-cell and molecular levels, notably through omic approaches. The project will include application of confocal and electron microscopy, single-cell sequencing, genomic manipulation and exciting molecular biology. Our Center is also the only North American member of the Pasteur Network.
Link:
https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.ca.yapla.com%2Fcompany%2FCPYPiZVSQKxd6ngRtElMmbLN2%2Fasset%2Ffiles%2FPostdoctoral%2520position%2520ZIKV%252BZF%25202023%2520English-fran%25C3%25A7ais.pdf&data=05%7C01%7CLaurent.Chatel-Chaix%40inrs.ca%7Cd79ba1ffe09b43433bfd08dbbc6bf946%7C80c9267a177f49439958b599ca0e54c2%7C0%7C0%7C638310944150992104%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=oShB26xcDP76yyBxYf7Xezvm571xg9iCiQfCI3lyRWM%3D&reserved=0
Genomics specialist (nanopore)
CHU Sainte-Justine
We are recruiting a laboratory specialist to deliver an array of nanopore sequencing applications to users of the Nanopore.ca platform at CHU Sainte-Justine.
You would be involved in a multitude of projects, with emphasis on delovering clinical multi-omics, single-cell RNA sequencing and direct RNA sequencing on the PromethION device.
Link:
https://chusj.cvmanager.com/cvm5/displaydetail.aspx?tn=jobs&mode=view&recid=9675&lang=f&Region=qc&tp1=jobdetail&preview=yes
Faculty position in virology and RNA biology
Université de Sherbrooke
The Department of microbiology and infectious disease (microbiologie et infectiologie) is seeking to fill a tenure-track faculty position in virology and RNA biology. Research themes of interest include molecular virology of pathogenic viruses, vaccine development, and therapeutic RNA delivery. The University of Sherbrooke is a hub for RNA scientists in Canada. Join the club! For more information please contact: sherif.abou.elela@usherbrooke.ca or Brendan.Bell@USherbrooke.ca.
Link:
https://www.usherbrooke.ca/dep-microbiologie/
Postdoc Position
University of Cambridge
Dear colleagues,
We have a 3-year postdoctoral position (Cambridge, UK) to study how mRNA
translation is regulated in response to stress. The project will focus on the
control of elongation, and will use fission yeast as a model. The work will
combine genetics, genomics and proteomic approaches. Please email Juan Mata
for informal enquiries ( jm593@cam.ac.uk ) or follow the link below for full
information.
All the best
Juan Mata
Link:
https://www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/43029/
PhD student position - RNA biochemistry
Dept of biochemistry & molecular medicine, Université de Montréal
We are looking for a highly motivated and independent candidate, who has recently completed a master degree in biochemistry or related field to work on a research project pertaining to the regulation of the alpha-synuclein protein via the microRNA pathway. A competitive stipend will be provided according to institutional guidelines. Please send your CV, a recent transcript, a brief, motivation, letter, and the name and email address of three references to Pascale Legault.
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