Under her Canada Excellence Research Chair in photonic quantum science and technologies, Dr. Urbasi Sinha is setting up a state-of-the-art quantum optics lab that will work on different aspects of quantum technologies using photons. It will emphasize strong synergy between application-driven research, which addresses immediate needs, and foundational research, which enables the technologies of the future. 

As a part of this initiative, the successful candidate will develop and conduct quantum memories research with vacancies in diamond, especially nanofabrication experiments related to nitrogen, silicon and/or other vacancies in diamond. They will receive a $5,000 CAD research and travel allowance to support such requirements, subject to approval by the Principal Investigator. 

The Department of Physics and Astronomy in the Faculty of Science at the University of Calgary is accepting applications for a Postdoctoral Associate in Photonic quantum information processing

The position is part of a pioneering, international, dual-lab initiative including UCalgary and the Raman Research Institute in India, creating a platform of collaboration and exchange for advancing quantum communication, integrated photonic quantum computing, quantum sensing, precision tests of quantum mechanics, and the development of novel quantum-optical interfaces. 

A Postdoctoral Fellowship specializing in Pediatric oncology immunotherapy is available. This fellowship offers a unique opportunity to advance research focused on developing safe and effective precision medicines for childhood cancers, including innovative vaccines, by integrating genomic and computational approaches with molecular and in vivo immunological techniques. The position also provides structured career development opportunities in teaching, external research collaborations, and grant writing. Fellows will benefit from close interactions with clinicians and receive training in translational Pediatric oncology (see POETICPhase1.org).

The Health and Wellness Lab, led by Dr. Culos-Reed, conducts exercise oncology research and implementation of programs to enhance the quality of life of individuals living with and beyond cancer. We are looking for 1-2 post-doctoral fellows to join our work. The post-doctoral fellow research position(s) will focus on leading components of our Canadian Institutes of Health Research-Canadian Cancer Society, and Alberta Cancer Foundation-supported Project EXCEL: Exercise for Cancer to Enhance Living Well. This will include supporting data set management and analyses (REDCap), leading publications, and development of policy briefs. The post-doctoral fellows will mentor junior graduate students (MSc and PhD) and undergraduate students and will take on a lead role within the research project. There is an opportunity for teaching within the Faculty if interested and qualified. 

The post-doctoral fellows will be supervised by Dr. Nicole Culos-Reed. Duties will include management of EXCEL database analyses, development of policy briefs, and advocacy work to build exercise into standard cancer care. Within this role, the postdoctoral fellows will be encouraged and supported to build their independent research program across exercise oncology and will be supported to apply for external awards locally and nationally. 

The Department of  Biochemistry and Molecular Biology in the Cumming School of Medicine  at the University of Calgary is accepting applications for a Postdoctoral Scholar in Blood vessel stabilization in Development and Disease.

The successful candidate will work on a CIHR-funded, internationally collaborative project using zebrafish genetic models of vascular stabilization. The project aims to understand the genetic factors that contribute to cerebral small vessel disease and stroke using mechanistic development biology, molecular biology and genetic approaches. 

• The incumbent plans, organizes, and conducts research under the supervision of the principal investigator. 
• The successful applicant will evaluate alternative large-domain multi-model configurations of the NextGen WRM frameworklarge-domain hydrologic models on the basis of both scientific validity and operational feasibility
• Collaborate with the principal investigator on analyzing, and data for publication in professional journals.
• The successful candidate will demonstrate a high level of research performance through effective sharing and discussions of ideas in a highly collaborative environment that includes industrial and government partners.

The Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology and Medical Genetics in the Cumming School of Medicine  at the University of Calgary is accepting applications for a Postdoctoral Scholar in Medical Genomics/Bioinformatics.

Here, we are seeking a highly motivated post-doctoral research fellow with a strong background in genomics/bioinformatics/computational biology to drive development of tools for variant calling and interpretation in individual genomic backgrounds from the perspective of identifying genetic factors that contribute to variable expressivity and reduced penetrance of rare genetic disorders (genetic modifiers/genetic interaction identification).

This position offers the candidate a unique opportunity to be exposed to the multidisciplinary team (model organism researchers, molecular geneticist, clinicians, bioinformaticians and scientists), as well as multidisciplinary approaches and to contribute innovative research with a substantial direct translational potential.

We invite applications from highly self-driven, creative, and passionate postdoctoral scholars to join our dynamic and collaborative research team. We welcome individuals from all walks of life, including those from diverse cultural, academic, and professional backgrounds, and are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable research environment.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to lead interdisciplinary research and grow as a scientific leader in one of the following areas:

• Bacteriophage-host interactions
  • Apply omics approaches (e.g., RNA-seq, Tn-Seq, proteomics) to investigate specialized infection strategies used by bacteriophages to infect pathogenic E. coli
  • Characterize host receptors using site-specific mutagenesis and gene knockout techniques
  • Engineer bacteriophages using CRISPR/Cas systems
• Bacteriophage functional genomics
  • Characterize unique phage genes involved in host infectivity

Seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher with interest in gut-brain communication in health and disease. We have a long-standing interest in exploring gut-brain communication (if curious see our highlighted publications: Biological Psychiatry, Molecular Psychiatry, and Molecular Metabolism), and current projects in the lab include investigation of novel neurocircuits and 
behaviors affected but gut peptides such as GLP-1, GIP and amylin, as well as the vagus nerve.  

This position will require competence using molecular and in vivo experimental techniques. Work will include rodent behavioral testing, rodent neuroanatomy, confocal microscopy, in vivo 
opto/chemogenetics and metabolic characterization. It will also include work with genetic vectors and pharmacological techniques in combination with stereotaxic surgery in rats. 

Performing fundamental molecular techniques including RNAscope, immunohistochemistry, ELISAs and PCR will also be routine, support to learn these methods will be offered if needed. 
The successful candidate must have experience in working with at least some of the above mentioned methods and willingness to learn the others.