Postdoctoral Fellow - Montréal, Canada - Centre universitaire de santé McGill

Centre universitaire de santé McGill
Centre universitaire de santé McGill
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Le Centre universitaire de santé McGill (CUSM) est un centre hospitalier universitaire intégré, reconnu à l'échelle internationale pour l'excellence de ses programmes cliniques, de sa recherche et de son enseignement.

Le CUSM a pour objectif d'assurer aux patients des soins fondés sur les connaissances les plus avancées dans le domaine de la santé et de contribuer au progrès des connaissances.


Job Description:


RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF THE MUHC
The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) is a world-renowned biomedical and hospital research centre.

Located in Montreal, Quebec, the Institute is the research arm of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at McGill University.

The RI-MUHC is supported in part by the Fonds de recherche du Québec - Santé (FRQS).

Position summary
The laboratory of Dr.

Mallory Downie in the Department of Human Genetics, McGill University aims to identify new genes and genetic risk factors in childhood kidney disease.

We do this using bioinformatic techniques such as genome-wide association studies, genetic risk scores, and Mendelian randomization studies applied to large genetic databases and multi-ancestral populations.

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Education / Experience


Education:
Doctorate Degree


Field of Study:
PhD in genetic epidemiology, bioinformatics, genetics, biostatistics, or computer science.


Other education considered an asset for this position:

  • Clinicians (MD) with research experience are also encouraged to apply.

Work Experience:


  • Knowledge of bioinformatic approaches and tools,
  • Experience analyzing largescale genomic data (including nextgeneration sequencing and/or genomewide genotyping datasets),
  • Strong computer programming skills (R/Python preferred),
  • Cover letter (including statement of research interests and prior experience in related research),
  • CV with bibliography,
  • Contact information for 3 references,

Professional Membership:

  • Yes No

Other Requirements:


  • Fluency in English, spoken and written,
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills,
  • Ability to work independently and with teams,
Additional information


Status:
Temporary Full-Time (35-hour workweek)


Pay Scale:

A Postdoctoral Fellow will receive a stipend or a bursary from a grant for research activities that will be performed on a full-time basis.

All benefits are administered by the University under which they are registered.


Work Shift:
Monday to Friday


Work Site: 5252 de Maisonneuve

THIS IS NOT A HOSPITAL POSITION.
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