加拿大英属哥伦比亚大学2020年招聘博士后研究员（生物信息学）

Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Bioinformatics

The University of British Columbia (UBC)

Job Summary:

The candidate would work within a dynamic and vibrant lab with a proven track record of outstanding achievements and contributions in breast oncology research. This position allows the candidate to contribute bold and innovative research that can be translated to new understanding in the evolutionary processes that drive cancers.

This position’s primary focus in the lab will be to lead and to participate in projects based on candidate’s desire concentrated on investigating genetics of breast oncology, cancer evolutionary, and development of novel therapeutics. Using the wide network of connections and collaborations of the principal investigator, and extensive biomedical resources at the institution, candidates will be able to build on the existing research of the lab to quickly start up their own research projects.

The position will provide a unique opportunity for mentoring trainees, supervising analysts and interacting with industry. This is an excellent platform to receive outstanding training to gain the important skills for a successful medical research career in academia or industry.

This funded position with the University of British Columbia, at the BC Cancer Research Centre allows the candidate to flourish under the guidance of an experienced mentor

Organizational Status:

The Postdoctoral Fellow will play a leadership role in the Aparicio lab, and will be reporting directly to Dr. Samuel Aparicio who is the primary investigator of the laboratory.

Work Performed:

•Management and supervision of trainees;

•May be involved in recruitment and training of trainees;

•Performing regular reviews of the relevant literature;

•Planning and designing of experiments;

•Analyzing, interpreting and compiling data in study reports, presenting results, and participating in the preparation of scientific manuscripts and grant application packages;

•Updating Dr. Aparicio and the group on the status of projects during lab meetings, in email correspondence and phone conferences;

•Managing projects with key academic and industry partners.

Minimum Qualifications:

•PhD degree in the computer science, bioinformatics or equivalent

•At least 4 years experience in bioinformatics research

•Experience in genomics and next-generation sequencing

•Extensive knowledge of cellular and molecular biology, biochemistry and genetics

•Experience with cancer research a plus

•Proven ability to multi-task in a deadline oriented environment with minimal supervision

•Effective oral and written communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills

•Excellent organizational skill and ability to learn new skills quickly

•Ability to work independently and within a team environment.

•Accuracy and attention to detail required

•Candidates should demonstrate the ability to work in a highly interdisciplinary environment.

Supervision Received:

•Works independently under direction of PI, Dr. Samuel Aparicio

•Opportunities to work collaboratively with Industry partners and other researchers at UBC and globally

Supervision Given:

•Assists and oversees research assistants and students as required

•Assists and provides guidelines to other research members, as required

How to Apply

Exceptional candidates should submit a cover letter outlining your research interests and fit with the laboratory’s research, curriculum vitae, and the names of three referees willing to provide letters of reference.

To apply: Please send the above documents to careersmolonc@bccrc.ca and put “PDF Bioinformatics, Aparicio lab” and your family name in the subject line.

Due to the number of resumes we receive, we are unable to confirm receipt of submissions over the phone, or provide the status of the competition. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

This posting is for the UBC Vancouver campus in British Columbia, Canada.

Please refer to reference number NC-54447 during correspondence about this position. Please visit the researcher profile of the supervisor for this position to learn more about their research.

Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.

About UBC

The University of British Columbia is a global centre for research and teaching, consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities in the world. Since 1915, UBC’s entrepreneurial spirit has embraced innovation and challenged the status quo. UBC encourages its students, staff and faculty to challenge convention, lead discovery and explore new ways of learning. At UBC, bold thinking is given a place to develop into ideas that can change the world.

Postdoctoral Fellows at UBC Vancouver

UBC is home to over 900 postdocs spanning all faculties and units across two campuses and a variety of affiliated hospitals, research centres, and sites, providing unparalleled opportunities to learn, discover and contribute in one’s own way. UBC’s Postdoctoral Fellows Office (PDFO) is committed to supporting the lives and career aspirations of our Postdocs, with the goal of enriching their experience at UBC and preparing them for the future. In addition to providing support and advocacy for all postdocs, the PDFO is dedicated to providing professional development opportunities that foster the development of soft skills needed in today’s professional environments, helping them secure future careers in their chosen fields.

About Vancouver

Vancouver is a dynamic, cosmopolitan and progressive city, consistently ranked as one of the top cities to live in the world. Canada’s third largest city has it all: sea, parks, mountains, beaches, and four seasons per year, including beautiful summers and mild, wet winters with snow in the mountains. It’s the perfect backdrop to your academic research.

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