Postdoctoral Researcher

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Union: Non-Union
Site: Toronto General Hospital
Department: Thoracic Surgery Research
Reports to: Principal Investigator
Work Model: On-Site
Grade: V0:90
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: $60,000 - $80,000 per annum: To commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN compensation policy
Shifts: Monday - Friday
Status: Temporary Full-Time (2 year contract)
Closing Date: Until filled

The Latner Thoracic Surgery Laboratories at the University Health Network in Toronto is inviting applications for a Post-Doctoral Fellow. The successful candidate will lead a project exploring the role of mucosal immunology and tolerance in esophageal adenocarcinoma using murine and patient-derived samples.

The candidate will be part of an integrative group including members from a comprehensive clinical program in esophageal cancer, experts in esophageal adenocarcinoma patient derived organoid models, cancer biologists, transplant immunologists, and bioinformaticians.

The candidate should have demonstrated experience in cancer immunology, including the use of animal, in vitro, and patient-derived models. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in a similar field and work well in team environments with great interpersonal skills and excellent written and verbal communication. The successful candidate will be supervised by clinician-scientist PIs.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Development and maintenance of a murine model of esophageal adenocarcinoma
• Collect and utilize patient-derived samples for study
• Keep appropriate records and documentation
• Analyze, interpret, and summarize data
• Assist in the preparation of publications, conference abstracts and grant proposals

Interested applicants should submit a CV and cover letter that details their experience and contact details for 3 references. Applicants for the position will be evaluated in the order they are received.

This posting will remain open until the position is filled. The proposed start date for this position is April 2025 and is negotiable. The appointment will initially be for one year and is extendable depending on funding availability. Applicants are encouraged to apply for competitive fellowship awards. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications, experience and awards secured.

• PhD in immunology
• Excellent critical thinking and analytical skills to execute research projects under PI guidance
• Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills for collaboration with team members and collaborators
• High degree of initiative, creativity, independence, and leadership skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong background in mouse models and design of immunological experiments
• Strong competency in laboratory data analysis and basic statistical methods
• Excellent problem recognition and problem-solving skills
• Willingness to learn and develop new methods and technologies
• Meticulous and detail-oriented
• Excellent organizational, leadership and time management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as a team member

Why join UHN?

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.

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/)
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

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Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

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