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Science Job Opportunities
Chair, Department of Biochemistry
The Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry at the University
of Alberta invites applications for a full-time academic tenured position as
Chair, Department of Biochemistry.
This position is expected to contribute to the University's reputation
as a leading research-intensive post-secondary institution and thereby requires
a candidate who has an international reputation as a scholar as well as
outstanding and innovative research accomplishments and a doctorate.
The Chair will also be responsible for ensuring full
participation of the department's 26 full-time faculty and 8 adjunct faculty in
undergraduate education programs; for the continued development of a vigorous
graduate research program currently comprised of 73 graduate students and 31
postdoctoral fellows; and will be expected to build on the already excellent
research base within the department.
There are opportunities to expand the faculty to take
advantage of the new laboratory space within the $200 million Heritage Research
Innovation Facility, completed in 2006/07. As part of Faculty-wide resources, the department has
excellent facilities for biochemical research and systems biology, from whole
cell imaging to atomic resolution analysis of molecular structure and function
by X-ray crystallography, NMR and electron microscopy, as well as sophisticated
instrumentation for mass spectroscopy and microarray analysis. The
opportunities in research are enhanced by the support of the Alberta Research
Innovation Authority and by the presence in Edmonton of the National Institute
of Nanotechnology. Current areas of the department's research strengths include
cellular, molecular and structural biology, membrane proteins, cell signaling
and lipid research; further information is available at
www.biochem.ualberta.ca.
The Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry and Alberta Health
Services (AHS) represent one of Canada's leading Academic Health Science
Centres in one of the largest integrated health delivery regions. With annual budgets of $200 million and
$2.0 billion respectively, the two organizations are recognized nationally and
internationally for their combined leadership in research, education and
clinical service. Details about
the University of Alberta, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, Alberta Health
Services and Edmonton can be found on the Faculty's website at
www.med.ualberta.ca.
The anticipated commencement date for this Chair position
is July 1, 2010. Interested
candidates are asked to submit an up-to-date curriculum vitae; a two-page
document outlining their current research interests, educational and leadership
experience; and the names and addresses of three referees before January 31,
2010. For application instructions
please visit www.careers.ualberta.ca
Full-Time
Continuing Instructor – Biological Sciences
The
Department of Biological Sciences in the Faculty of Arts and Science at Grant
MacEwan University invites applications for a full-time continuing faculty
position, commencing July 1, 2010. This position will contribute to the growth
and success of MacEwan’s four-year Bachelor of Science degree. The candidate must have a PhD (or solid
indication of imminent completion) in Biochemistry or related discipline.
Applicants from all areas of Biochemistry are welcome, but particular attention
will be given to those with a background in molecular and cellular aspects of
Biochemistry. The candidate must demonstrate excellence, or clear promise of
excellence, in teaching. A commitment to research and to the supervision of
undergraduate research projects is expected. Applicants should have fluent
written and oral communication skills in English. All qualified candidates are
encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration
requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.
If suitable Canadian citizens or permanent residents cannot be found, other individuals
will be considered.
Applicants
should submit a covering letter complete with curriculum vitae, a statement
regarding teaching philosophy and interests, recent teaching evaluations, a
statement of research interests and graduate transcripts. Candidates should
also arrange for three letters of reference to be sent under separate cover.
Salary Range:
commensurate with education and experience
Closing Date: January 8, 2010.
Quote Competition No: 09.11.266
For further information, contact the department chair, Dr.
David McFadyen, at
mcfadyend@macewan.ca
Grant MacEwan University thanks all applicants for their interest in employment, however only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
Apply to:
Human Resources Department
Grant
MacEwan University
City Centre Campus
7-105,
10700 104 Ave
Edmonton AB T5J 4S2
FAX:
(780) 497-5430
PHONE:
(780) 497-5434
Grant MacEwan University employment opportunities can be viewed by visiting our website at
Post-Doctoral
Fellowship Opportunity
Protein
Chaperones and Protein Translocases
My
lab has an opening for recent PhD graduates or fellows with less than 2 years
PDF experience for postdoctoral positions starting early 2010. The research focuses
on the system specific chaperones in bacteria that are responsible for the
maturation of various membrane associated redox enzymes that utilize the Twin
arginine translocation (Tat) system. This system moves folded proteins across the cell
membrane.
Projects
centre on DmsD, the system specific chaperone for DMSO reductase, as well as
related chaperones. The substrate DmsABC goes through a complicated pathway to
reach maturation and cofactor insertion. The chaperone is thought to escort the
enzyme substrate through the steps of maturation. During this pathway the complex interacts with other
chaperones and cofactor biosynthetic pathways as well as the Tat translocase
itself. We are interested in the
complete interactome of this chaperone and its substrates protein complex
DmsAB. We utilize
biophysical approaches (Fluorescence, calorimetry, BiaCore, etc) with molecular
microbiology methods (two hybrid approaches, mutagenesis) with protein chemistry
(Protein purification, cross-linking, molecular probes) to study the molecular
mechanism of interaction between the chaperones and their substrates and
accessory protein complexes. Many
specific projects exist within this context.
Candidates
should have a strong CV with evidence of research and writing ability of
publications in internationally recognized quality journals. Suitable candidates will be sent
further information on specific projects.
It would be wise, however, for candidates to explore the labs interest
and progress in the field (http://people.ucalgary.ca/~turnerr)
to describe how their background or interests are key to the project.
Preferences will be given to candidates with experience in the field, or
experience in techniques advantageous to the project such as in vitro transcription – translation, protein
cross-linking, Co-IP, and other protein-protein interaction methods. A strong
background in protein chemistry or protein physical chemistry is desirable.
However, a molecular microbiologist with knowledge of proteins could carry some
projects out well. Fellows in my group are expected to contribute to the
training and supervision of junior researchers (undergraduates and junior
graduate students). Opportunities
for contributing to undergraduate course lectures will be made available if
interested to facilitate experience for career. Salaries will be based on experience, granting council
(CIHR) and university guidelines. Information on University of Calgary and
helpful resources to PDF’s at the university can be found at www.ucalgary.ca/postdoc.
The
Turner group is a protein biochemistry and microbial physiology lab with
interests in bacterial systems.
The group is well established with 1-3 PDF’s, 2-5 graduate students, and
2-3 undergrads at any given time.
To express your interest in this position send CV and cover letter of
project interest to:
Professor Raymond J. Turner, PhD
Dept. of Biological Sciences,
156 Biological Sciences Building,
University of Calgary, 2500 University Dr. N.W.
Calgary, Alberta, Canada, T2N 1N4
Tel:403-220-4308 Fax:403-289-9311
E-mail:turnerr@ucalgary.ca
http://homepages.ucalgary.ca/~turnerr
PhD
Graduate Research Opportunity
Membrane
Protein Biochemistry
PhD
student required to work on ligand binding and protein folding of the integral
membrane transporters of the Small multidrug resistance family of proteins in
bacteria.
Biochemical
and Biophysical characterization of the small multidrug resistance proteins
SugE and EmrE from E. coli is under investigation. The study of the ligand
binding, folding and multimeric states of this protein in various membrane memetic
environments is under investigation. The folding and assembly is to be studied
using biophysical methods of fluorescence, Infra-red spectroscopy, circular
dichroism, size-exclusion HPLC, calorimetry and stop-flow methods, as well as in
vivo two hybrid
approaches and protein chemistry. We are interested in the drug-ligand binding
to SugE and EmrE. The project is
also studying the folding and multimer assembly in vitro and in vivo. Projects are available to examine amino acid residues
involved in ligand binding and/or folding.
Individuals
interested in protein folding of integral membrane proteins both in vivo and in vitro and/or an interest in
biophysical methods applied to proteins and ligand binding would find this
project attractive. This research
is supported by NSERC.
Positions
are available to start January, May, or Sept 2010. The Department of Biological
Sciences in the faculty of Science requires a minimum of 3.2/4.0 gpa for
consideration into graduate program. Successful candidates should have a M.Sc.
degree in a relevant area or a B.Sc gpa of >3.6/4.0. Students will
participate as teaching assistants and/or compete for scholarship support to
supplement their stipend. Students are expected to participate in training and
working with others by supervising junior students. For further information on the department’s graduate student
policies see www.bio.ucalgary.ca/graduate/index.html.
The
Turner group is a protein biochemistry and microbial physiology lab with interests
only in bacterial systems. The
group is well established with 1-3 PDF’s, 2-5 graduate students, and 2-3
undergrads at any given time.
To express your interest in this position contact:
Professor Raymond J. Turner, PhD
Dept. of Biological Sciences,
156 Biological Sciences Building,
University of Calgary, 2500 University Dr. N.W.
Calgary, Alberta, Canada, T2N 1N4
Tel:403-220-4308 Fax:403-289-9311
E-mail:turnerr@ucalgary.ca
Web
Page: http://homepages.ucalgary.ca/~turnerr/
PhD Graduate Research Opportunity
Protein
Chaperones and Protein Translocases
My
lab has openings for graduate student positions starting early 2010. The research focuses on the system
specific chaperones in bacteria that are responsible for the maturation of
various membrane associated redox enzymes that utilize the Twin arginine
translocation (Tat) system.
This system moves folded proteins across the cell membrane.
Projects
centre on DmsD, the system specific chaperone for DMSO reductase, as well as
related chaperones. The substrate DmsABC goes through a complicated pathway to
reach maturation and cofactor insertion. The chaperone is thought to escort the
enzyme substrate through the steps of maturation. During this pathway the complex interacts with other
chaperones and cofactor biosynthetic pathways as well as the Tat translocase
itself. We are interested in the
complete interactome of this chaperone and its substrates protein complex
DmsAB. We utilize
biophysical approaches (Fluorescence, calorimetry, BiaCore, etc) with molecular
microbiology methods (two hybrid approaches, mutagenesis) with protein
chemistry (Protein purification, cross-linking, molecular probes) to study the
molecular mechanism of interaction between the chaperones and their substrates
and accessory protein complexes.
Many specific projects exist within this context.
Positions
are available to start January, May or Sept 2010. The Department of Biological Sciences, faculty of Science
requires a minimum of 3.2/4.0 gpa for consideration for graduate program. Successful candidates should have a
M.Sc. degree in a relevant area or a gpa of >3.6/4.0. Students will participate as Teaching
assistants and/or compete for scholarship support to supplement their stipend.
Students are expected to participate in training and working with others by
supervising junior students. For
further information on the department’s graduate student policies see
www.bio.ucalgary.ca/graduate/index.html.
The
Turner group is a protein biochemistry and microbial physiology lab with
interests only in bacterial systems.
The group is well established with 1-3 PDF’s, 2-5 graduate students, and
2-3 undergrads at any given time.
To express your interest in this position contact:
Professor Raymond J. Turner, PhD
Dept. of Biological Sciences,
156 Biological Sciences Building,
University of Calgary, 2500 University Dr. N.W.
Calgary, Alberta, Canada, T2N 1N4
Tel:403-220-4308 Fax:403-289-9311
E-mail:turnerr@ucalgary.ca
http://homepages.ucalgary.ca/~turnerr
Technician Position Available
Ottawa Institute of
Systems Biology, Baetz Lab
We are looking for a dedicated and conscientious Technician
to oversee the daily running of the Baetz Lab and to perform basic yeast
manipulations/experiments on a variety of functional genomic yeast projects. The
ideal candidate would have extensive
laboratory experience in:
- Media Making
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Yeast genetics and basic yeast manipulation.
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Molecular genetics and plasmid construction, including PCR
skills, point mutagenesis,
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Protein purification
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Performing co-immunoprecipitations
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Performing enzymatic assays, (eg kinase or KAT assay)
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Fluorescent Microscopic experience
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Purchasing in an academic setting
Importantly we are looking for a highly organized and
motivated individual who deeply cares about the success of their own research
and those around them. A “team
player” is a must in our collaborative environment.
Compensation will be competitive.
If you think this is the position for you, please send your
cover letter and CV, along with contact information for 3 references to Kristin
Baetz, kbaetz@uottawa.ca
Post-Doctoral Position Available
Department of Chemistry, University of Victoria
Project Description:
A funded 1-year postdoctoral position is available in the laboratory of Jeremy Wulff. The successful applicant will be responsible for developing an in vitro assay to detect the inhibition of a key protein-protein interaction by small molecules prepared in the group.
Although we are principally a chemistry group, this is essentially a biochemistry position. Thus, the ideal candidate will have a recent PhD in biochemistry, bio-organic chemistry/chemical biology, molecular biology, etc., and will have extensive experience with protein expression (preferably in E. coli) and purification. Some knowledge of assay development would be an asset, as would be a basic understanding of fluorescence polarization.
The position does not involve any organic synthesis – however, the successful candidate will be expected to participate in weekly group meetings and interact with other group members in scientific discussions. Therefore, some previous exposure to organic synthesis (even a 3rd year organic course would be OK) and a willingness to learn something new would be useful.
Interested applicants should email Dr. Wulff (wulff@uvic.ca) with a cover letter and cv, and should arrange for two referees to send along letters in support of the application. For more information about the group, please see our webpage:
http://web.uvic.ca/~wulff/
Two Post-Doc Positions Available
Post-doctoral positions in Protein Biochemistry and Structural Biology
Université de Montréal, Département de biochimie
Project Descriptions:
In the context of our CIHR-funded projects on the mechanism of
bacterial type IV secretion systems, positions for postdoctoral
researchers are available in the laboratory of Dr. Christian Baron in
the Biochemistry Department. Principal goal of our work is to
understand the protein-protein interactions that mediate the assembly
and function of type IV secretion systems in the cell envelope of
bacterial pathogens. Based on this knowledge, we seek to develop
small-molecule inhibitors that could be developed as anti-virulence
drugs to fight bacterial infectious diseases. The principal model
organisms of interest for our work are the plant pathogen Agrobacterium
tumefaciens and the human pathogens Brucella suis and Helicobacter
pylori. Our group uses a wide variety of methods from molecular biology
to protein biochemistry and small molecule screening, and we seek to
add structural biology as an additional expertise in future. Candidates
interested in these positions should hold a Ph.D. degree and have a
strong background in protein biochemistry and/or structural biology.
Available: March 2009
Contact Information :
Dr. Christian Baron
Professor and Chair
Université de Montréal
Département de biochimie
C.P. 6128, Succ. Centre-ville
Montréal, Qc H3C 3J7
E mail; christian.baron@umontreal.ca
Web Site: http://www.bcm.umontreal.ca/bottin/baron.html
Two Post-Doc Positions Available
Department of Food Science, University of Guelph, ON, Canada
Positions:
Two Post-Doc positions are available in the Food Bioactive Factors group at University of Guelph, ON beginning in April 1, 2009. In general, the projects are related to bioactive peptides on anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory functions in gut health and immunity. Dr. Mine is currently leading an interdisciplinary project of AFMNet (Network Centre of Excellence).
Length of appointment: 1 year with the possibility of renewal for a second year.
Project Descriptions:
(1). Food derived bioactive peptides in mucosal immunity. This project aims to understand molecular mechanisms of di/tri-peptides gene interaction and its impact on gut health and immunity.
(2). Molecular allergology of food allergens. This project aims to design the recombinant allergens of egg proteins to induce tolerance and understanding its cellular mechanisms.
(3) Anti-microbial peptides as innate immunity. This project aims to discover novel immunological defense mechanisms of anti-microbial peptides.
Requirements:
Post Doctoral candidates: Candidates should have a Ph.D. in biochemistry, immunology, biomedical science, nutritional science, food science, or a related subject. Preference will be given to candidates who have demonstrated high productivity in research (in terms of publications and presentations), and who have good critical thinking, research design, communication, self-motivation, and team working skills.
Application Submission:
Please submit a resume and three letters of recommendation by February 15, 2009 to:
Yoshinori MINE, Ph.D., Professor
Department of Food Science
University of Guelph
Guelph, Ontario, Canada N1G2W1
Phone: +1-519-824-4120 x52901
Fax: +1-519-824-6631
E mail; ymine@uoguelph.ca
Web Site: http://www.yminelab.com/ymine.html
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