Postdoctoral Researcher

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Position Summary

We are interested in recruiting a highly dedicated and motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to join the Kwan laboratory at the Princess Margaret Research Institute. We use molecular biology, genomics, cell and mice models to study side effects of cancer treatment, such as breast cancer treatment-related lymphedema. The goal of the research program is to develop novel personalized approaches for the prevention and treatment of long-term side effects of cancer treatment. The successful candidate will perform genomic profiling (e.g., NGS), epigenetic profiling (e.g., MeDIP-seq), bioinformatics analysis, mechanistic gene knockout/overexpression experiments, and drug testing to identify biomarkers and therapeutics for normal tissue toxicity. The candidate will work under the supervision of the Principal Investigator and with established epi/genomic and bioinformatics collaborators.

Duties

The selected applicant will have the opportunity to contribute to several projects including:

In addition to scientific knowledge and skill development, the selected applicant will have access to unique educational and networking opportunities. Examples are below:

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

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We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.