Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Academic

Job Category

Faculty Non Bargaining

Job Title

Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Department

Hayden Laboratory | Department of Medical Genetics | Faculty of Medicine (Michael Hayden)

Posting End Date

July 30, 2026

Note:Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.

Job End Date

August 31, 2027

The expected pay for this position is $55, per year

JOB SUMMARY

The candidate would work within a dynamic and vibrant lab with a proven track record of outstanding achievements and contributions in translational biomedical research. This position allows the candidate to contribute bold and innovative research that can be translated to new approaches to treatments for patients.

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 Huntington disease, molecular mechanisms of Huntington disease pathogenesis 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 technicians 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 full-time grant funded position with the University of British Columbia, Centre for Molecular Medicine and Therapeutics, allows the candidate to flourish under the guidance of an experienced mentor who is the most cited author in the field of Huntington Disease.

Strong applicants should demonstrate a passion for studying brain disease, a proven track record of productivity, a strong work ethics, and evidence of creativity and scientific independence.

Organizational Status

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

Work Performed:
 Management and supervision of technicians;
 May be involved in recruitment and training of technicians;
 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. Hayden 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 biosciences
 At least 4 years experience in laboratory research
 Experience in cell biology with an emphasis on neurobiology
 Extensive knowledge of cellular and molecular biology, biochemistry and genetics
 Experience with disease model systems 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. Michael Hayden
 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

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.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Benefits

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