Postdoctoral Fellow in Epigenetics & Biochemistry

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The laboratory of Dr. Eric Campos at the Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) (https://lab.research.sickkids.ca/campos) is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow to study histone chaperones and how they help perpetuate epigenetic information.

The position involves biochemical assays, protein engineering, and conventional biochemical purifications.  Experience in protein chromatography and chromatin biology is considered a strong asset and will be prioritized.

The candidate should have excellent communication skills, demonstrate critical thinking, and work well in a team.  A strong publication record is also favorably viewed.

Interested candidates are invited to submit a single PDF file containing a cover letter stating your fit for this position, CV, and contact information for two referees that we can contact.

Located at the heart of the Discovery District in downtown Toronto, the Hospital for Sick Children is composed of 225 principal investigators.  The state-of-the-art Centre for Research & Learning offers some of the best technologies and facilities, and aims to aims to improve child health through innovation (http://www.sickkids.ca/Research/AbouttheInstitute/index.html).

The successful candidate will be involved in bench research, in a highly collaborative environment. 

Employment Type: 

Temporary, Full-time (one year contract), flexible start date (Ph.D. candidates nearing graduation are encouraged to apply).

Location:

Toronto, ON

Lab:

Campos Lab (https://lab.research.sickkids.ca/campos)

Closing date:

not stated

Contact:

eric.campos@sickkids.ca