POSITION OVERVIEW:
The postdoctoral fellow will work in a multidisciplinary team investigating epigenetic mechanisms and gene regulatory networks that are involved in brain development and disease (i.e., Rett syndrome and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD)). The projects involve multi-omics approaches with that of molecular and cellular neurobiology techniques. The project will be completed in Dr. Mojgan Rastegar’s lab in the Department of Biochemistry and Medical Genetics, University of Manitoba. The priority will be given to applicants who are within the first two years of completing their PhD. This position will initially be for 1 year, and based on performance, can be expended for additional years.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
- PhD in Neuroscience, Molecular Biology, or related field(s).
- Strong background in neuroscience with expertise in in vivo and in vitro research techniques, immunohistochemistry, and brain anatomy.
- Standard techniques to study DNA, RNA, and protein, and their analyses
- Experience with multi-omics studies is a
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
The Department of Biochemistry and Medical Genetics is located on the Bannatyne Campus, the main medical and health sciences campus of the University of Manitoba. The department is home to biochemistry, molecular biological sciences, and medical genetics expertise, practiced in an intellectually enriching research and teaching environment in the Max Rady College of Medicine and Faculty of Graduate Studies.
The Rastegar lab explores epigenetic control of murine and human brain development, stem cell differentiation, and neurodevelopmental disorders including Rett Syndrome and FASD. Her research team focuses on the role of DNA methylation reader, MeCP2, in determining neuronal structure and function using different in vitro and in vivo model systems using multi-omics, candidate gene approaches, stem cells, cell and molecular biology studies, microscopic imaging, and neuroscience techniques.
HOW TO APPLY? Interested applicants should send their applications as one single .pdf file to Dr. Mojgan Rastegar (mojgan.rastegar@umanitoba.ca), with following information:
- The subject of the email should be “Postdoc NeuroGeneticEpigenetic_BMG”
- Two-page CV
- Publication List
- One page Research Summary
ABOUT THE CITY
Manitoba encompasses prairie, boreal plains, boreal shield, taiga shield, Hudson plains, and southern arctic ecozones offering a wide range of research as well as recreational opportunities. The City of Winnipeg (www.tourismwinnipeg.com), located where the Red and Assiniboine Rivers meet, is recognized for its vibrant, multicultural community and diverse culture. With a growing population of more than 766,000, the city is home to internationally renowned festivals, galleries, and museums, the historic Exchange District and The Forks, and ever-expanding research, education, and business sectors. The City boasts a lively arts scene, including a major symphony orchestra, the Royal Winnipeg Ballet, and Qaumajuq – the Inuit Art Centre at the Winnipeg Art Gallery.
