Postdoctoral Fellow in Microbiology (University of Alberta)

Description This position is part of the Postdoctoral Fellows Association and has an initial appointment of 3 years. This position has a comprehensive benefits package Location - This role is in-person at North Campus Edmonton. Working at the University of Alberta The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all FirstPeoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community. The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide. Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people — from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more. Working for the Department of Medical Microbiology and Immunology The Department of Medical Microbiology and Immunology (MMI), Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry (FoMD), is a research-intensive department focusing on advanced studies in Virology. Position Summary Reporting to the Principal Investigator, Dr. Matthias Gotte, the PDF works in a laboratory that studies medical countermeasures for protection against viral infections. Dr. Gotte is the Director of UofA’s pandemic preparedness program SPP-ARC, which provides an interdisciplinary, collaborative environment covering strong expertise in virology, immunology, biochemistry, chemistry and structural biology (https://www.ualberta.ca/en/striving-for-pandemic-preparedness/index.html). The PDF will study viruses associated with a high epidemic potential with emphasis placed on the design of effective antivirals or vaccines against influenza viruses. Duties Expression and purification of recombinant proteins. Works with baculovirus, bacterial and/or mammalian expression systems. Protein engineering and functional testing. Works with structural biologists with focus on cryo-EM studies Testing of antiviral drugs and/or vaccines in cell-based and cell-free systems. Development of enzyme and/or neutralization assays. Presents research findings at local, national and international conferences. Other duties as determined by the principal investigator, including writing of scientific publications. Qualifications PhD degree in area of virology, biochemistry or related disciplines is required. Experience in aspects of drug and/or vaccine development is preferred. Experience in influenza research is considered an asset. At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted. The University of Alberta is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women; First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; persons with disabilities; persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression; and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply. Note: This opportunity will be available until midnight June 13, 2025, Edmonton, Alberta local time. If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Bioloxy

Description

This position is part of the Postdoctoral Fellows Association and has an initial appointment of 3 years.

This position has a comprehensive benefits package

Location - This role is in-person at North Campus Edmonton.

Working at the University of Alberta

The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all FirstPeoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.

The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people — from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more.

Working for the Department of Medical Microbiology and Immunology

The Department of Medical Microbiology and Immunology (MMI), Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry (FoMD), is a research-intensive department focusing on advanced studies in Virology.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Principal Investigator, Dr. Matthias Gotte, the PDF works in a laboratory that studies medical countermeasures for protection against viral infections. Dr. Gotte is the Director of UofA’s pandemic preparedness program SPP-ARC, which provides an interdisciplinary, collaborative environment covering strong expertise in virology, immunology, biochemistry, chemistry and structural biology (https://www.ualberta.ca/en/striving-for-pandemic-preparedness/index.html). The PDF will study viruses associated with a high epidemic potential with emphasis placed on the design of effective antivirals or vaccines against influenza viruses.

Duties

Expression and purification of recombinant proteins.
Works with baculovirus, bacterial and/or mammalian expression systems.
Protein engineering and functional testing.
Works with structural biologists with focus on cryo-EM studies
Testing of antiviral drugs and/or vaccines in cell-based and cell-free systems.
Development of enzyme and/or neutralization assays.
Presents research findings at local, national and international conferences.
Other duties as determined by the principal investigator, including writing of scientific publications.

Qualifications

PhD degree in area of virology, biochemistry or related disciplines is required.
Experience in aspects of drug and/or vaccine development is preferred.
Experience in influenza research is considered an asset.

At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

The University of Alberta is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women; First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; persons with disabilities; persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression; and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.

Note: This opportunity will be available until midnight June 13, 2025, Edmonton, Alberta local time.

If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Bioloxy

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