Postdoctoral Fellow, Advanced Diagnostics at University Health Network, ON

POSTING# 750620Position:Post-Doctoral FellowSite:Toronto General HospitalDepartment:Advanced DiagnosticsReports to:Principal InvestigatorThe lab focuses on cardiovascular disease and understanding the role of immune cells in tissue injury and regenerationWe have developed and utilize specialized surgical, infectious and genetic models of tissue injury in mice, and also study human patient samples in order to develop strategies to improve tissue healingAs a key member of the Epelman lab, the successful candidate will be responsible for studying the role of macrophages in ischemic cardiac injury using a variety of immunological and genetic techniques in mice and humans with the goal of improving cardiac regenerationThe focus on the work will be on cardiovascular disease with a significant bioinformatics component.Link:http://ift.tt/1yIvdfL biological science, computational biology or related field is requiredExpertise in basic cardiovascular researchExpertise with RNA analysis (micro RNA, gene expression arrays, RNA sequencing)Expertise with computational bioinformatics (experience with R, Partek or other such software)Expertise with animal models and genetically modified miceExpertise with molecular biologyDemonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a teamInterest and drive to create their own novel research directionAttention to detail and strong organizational skillsGood verbal and written communication skills.Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPointIf you are interested in making your contribution at UHN, please apply on-lineYou will be asked to copy and paste as well as attach your resume and covering letterYou will also be required to complete some initial screening questions.Posted Date: March 12, 2015CLOSING DATE EXTENDED TO: May 15, 2015,University Health Network thanks all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.UHN is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplaceWe are committed to championing accessibility, diversity and equal opportunityRequests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the Bona-fide for the open positionApplicants need to make their requirements known when contacted.

Postdoctoral Fellow, Advanced Diagnostics at University Health Network, ON