Postdoctoral Fellow (Research Institute)
About the role
Job Description
RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF THE MUHC
The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) is a world-renowned biomedical and hospital research centre. Located in Montreal, Quebec, the Institute is the research arm of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at McGill University. The RI-MUHC is supported in part by the Fonds de recherche du Québec - Santé (FRQS).
Introduction
We are looking for an outstanding postdoctoral researcher to join our team at McGill University. The Sjöström lab studies neocortical circuits, with a focus on synaptic plasticity, NMDA receptor signaling, 2-photon optogenetics, and advanced 2-photon imaging. We are particularly interested in candidates with strong expertise in whole-cell patch-clamp electrophysiology and/or 2-photon imaging, and a solid track record of relevant publications. Applicants should be experienced with whole-cell recordings and/or cutting-edge imaging approaches.
Our lab is based at the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre, in vibrant, multicultural Montreal—a city that offers exceptional quality of life. McGill and its neighbouring universities form one of the most dynamic neuroscience communities in the world.
For examples of our current directions, see:
• Chou et al The Innovation 2025, www.cell.com/the-innovation/fulltext/S2666-6758(24)00173-5
• Wong et al Neuron 2024, www.cell.com/neuron/fulltext/S0896-6273(23)00767-5
Responsabilities and Objectives
Responsibilities will include performing electrophysiology patch-clamp and 2-photon microscopy experiments, analyzing and presenting data locally and internationally, writing manuscripts, and occasionally mentoring junior lab members.
Education / Experience
Education:
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Must hold a PhD.
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Must be registered as a Postdoctoral Fellow with McGill University.
Field of Study:
Neuroscience, Molecular biology, Physics
Required Skills
• Excellent French and English, spoken and written,
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills,
• Ability to work independently or with teams with minimum supervision,
• Attention to detail and accuracy,
• Good analytical and logic skills.
About RI-MUHC | Research Institute of the MUHC | #rimuhc
The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (The Institute) brings together pediatric and adult research programs, accelerating the translation of biomedical research to improve human health.
Postdoctoral Fellow (Research Institute)
About the role
Job Description
RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF THE MUHC
The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) is a world-renowned biomedical and hospital research centre. Located in Montreal, Quebec, the Institute is the research arm of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at McGill University. The RI-MUHC is supported in part by the Fonds de recherche du Québec - Santé (FRQS).
Introduction
We are looking for an outstanding postdoctoral researcher to join our team at McGill University. The Sjöström lab studies neocortical circuits, with a focus on synaptic plasticity, NMDA receptor signaling, 2-photon optogenetics, and advanced 2-photon imaging. We are particularly interested in candidates with strong expertise in whole-cell patch-clamp electrophysiology and/or 2-photon imaging, and a solid track record of relevant publications. Applicants should be experienced with whole-cell recordings and/or cutting-edge imaging approaches.
Our lab is based at the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre, in vibrant, multicultural Montreal—a city that offers exceptional quality of life. McGill and its neighbouring universities form one of the most dynamic neuroscience communities in the world.
For examples of our current directions, see:
• Chou et al The Innovation 2025, www.cell.com/the-innovation/fulltext/S2666-6758(24)00173-5
• Wong et al Neuron 2024, www.cell.com/neuron/fulltext/S0896-6273(23)00767-5
Responsabilities and Objectives
Responsibilities will include performing electrophysiology patch-clamp and 2-photon microscopy experiments, analyzing and presenting data locally and internationally, writing manuscripts, and occasionally mentoring junior lab members.
Education / Experience
Education:
-
Must hold a PhD.
-
Must be registered as a Postdoctoral Fellow with McGill University.
Field of Study:
Neuroscience, Molecular biology, Physics
Required Skills
• Excellent French and English, spoken and written,
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills,
• Ability to work independently or with teams with minimum supervision,
• Attention to detail and accuracy,
• Good analytical and logic skills.
About RI-MUHC | Research Institute of the MUHC | #rimuhc
The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (The Institute) brings together pediatric and adult research programs, accelerating the translation of biomedical research to improve human health.