Postdoctoral Position in Lipid Droplets in Neurogeneration
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Description
A post-doctoral position is immediately available to study the biogenesis and role of lipid droplets in neurodegenerative diseases, as part of a collaborative project between the laboratories of Dr. Simonetta Sipione and Dr. Richard Lehner, at the University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada.
Eligible candidates will be involved in an exciting area of research with clinical relevance.
The project will be developed with a multidisciplinary approach involving the use of biochemical, molecular, cell biology and neurobiology techniques.
Postdoctoral Fellows Benefits Overview.
Preferred starting date: June 2024
Basic Qualifications:
- Candidates must be within 0-48 months of completing their PhD degree in a discipline related to biomedical research
- Demonstrated scientific productivity and a minimum of 2 peer-reviewed publications in international journals
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in English
- Strong background in cell biology and biochemistry
To Apply:
Please submit your CV, a cover letter that outlines your career objectives and why you are a good fit for the project, and contact information for three references in the online portal below.
At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. If suitable Canadian citizens or permanent residents cannot be found, other individuals will be considered.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
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L’Université de l’Alberta s’engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes ayant une orientation sexuelle ou une identité et une expression sexospécifique; et tous ceux qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler.
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