Postdoctoral Fellow - Fecal Microbiota Transplantation Program
University of Alberta
- Edmonton, AB
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Participates in the scientific oversight of the laboratory; assists the Principal Investigator in supervision of students, technicians, and other staff in the laboratory
- Participates in day-to-day operation and function of the laboratory in consultation with the lab manager
- Engage in scientific discussion and experimental design with team members
- Designs and conducts scientific research as it relates to host microbial interactions in the context of FMT under the direction of the Principal Investigator
- Participates in design and conduct of other projects approved by the Principal Investigator
- Collects, analyzes and interprets data relating to research and clinical translation
- Sets research activity objectives in consultation with the Principal Investigator
- Develops and carries out independent research
- Troubleshoots experimental protocols
- In consultation with the Principal Investigator, develops and documents research methods and protocols
- Writes research papers and assists with the preparation of research grant applications
- Presents research results at laboratory meetings, departmental seminars, scientific conferences
- Fosters communication with off-campus partners
- Works in BL2 biohazard containment
- PhD in molecular and cellular biology, immunology or related field
- Strong publication record in molecular biology and immunology
- Working experience in BL2 bio-containment laboratories
- Working knowledge and experience of genomics, bioinformatics, and cell-culturing
- Ability to work independently as well as contributing to team development
- Experience in supervising and training students and technicians
- Strong communication skills
- At least 1 year of postdoctoral experience encompassing broad molecular/immunological (preferred) research