Post Doctoral Fellow - Physics
Top Benefits
About the role
Department: Physics (Faculty of Science)
Position supervisor: Professor Raffi Karshafian
Contract length: Two years
Hours of work per week: 36.25
Position type: Term Vacancy
Start Date: ASAP
Rate of pay: $50,000 to $55,000 per annum plus 18% benefits.
About Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University)
At the intersection of mind and action, Toronto Metropolitan University is on a transformative path to become Canada’s leading comprehensive innovation university. Integral to this path is the placement of equity, diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our institutional culture. Our current academic plan outlines each as core values and we work to embed them in all that we do.
Toronto Metropolitan University welcomes those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion and will assist us to expand our capacity for diversity in the broadest sense. In addition, to correct the conditions of disadvantage in employment in Canada, we encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
As an employer, we are working towards a people first culture and are proud to have been selected as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and a Greater Toronto’s Top Employer for 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018.
About the program/department/team
The Department of Physics (https://www.torontomu.ca/physics/) has a very active research and innovation environment and currently hosts 20 full-time faculty members, 34 adjunct faculty members, 7 staff members, 9 post-doctoral fellows, over 66 graduate students, and over 200 undergraduate students. The Department offers an undergraduate honors degree in Medical Physics and teaches numerous courses to various undergraduate programs in Science and Engineering. Furthermore, the Department offers master’s and doctoral degrees in the field of Biomedical Physics with an option in Medical Physics accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Medical Physics Education Programs (CAMPEP).
The Institute for Biomedical Engineering, Science and Technology (iBEST) is a partnership between Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) and St. Michael’s Hospitalthat brings together TMU’s engineering and science strengths with St. Michael’s biomedical research and clinical expertise to translate research concepts into testable healthcare solutions. Located within the St. Michael’s Keenan Research Centre for Biomedical Science, iBEST’s access to biomedical, technological and clinical expertise allows its members and partners to identify challenges and rapidly pilot, modify and introduce biomedical discoveries and inventions to improve health. Biomedical ultrasound in various diagnostic and therapeutic applications is one of the major streams of research and development at iBEST.
The opportunity
One Postdoctoral Fellow position is available for Prof. Raffi Karshafian at his lab “Therapeutic Applications of Ultrasound and Microbubbles”within the Faculty of Science at Toronto Metropolitan University, Toronto, Canada. The research work will be conducted at research laboratories in iBEST, Toronto, Canada. The successful applicant will conduct research and development on a project funded by NSERC Alliance and Mitacs.
Qualifications
The following qualifications and skills are required:
- PhD in Physics or Biomedical Engineering.
- Ability to conduct independent research, data collection and analysis, and write technical reports, research grant proposals, and peer-reviewed journal articles
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Capability to work in a collaborative and multidisciplinary research group
- A track record of peer-reviewed published research work in ultrasound and acoustics journals.
- Background knowledge of cavitation physics and monitoring.
The following backgrounds would be considered as asset / highly desired:
- Background knowledge of AI signal processing.
- Knowledge and experience in in vitro or in vivo experiments.
- Knowledge and experience in characterization of ultrasound transducers.
- Background knowledge of ultrasound bioeffects such as sonoporation.
How to apply
Please email your application to Dr. Raffi Karshafian at karshafian@torontomu.ca. In the subject line please indicate: “Application” and upload the following as one PDF document:
- Cover letter outlining how exactly you meet the above qualification requirements
- Current CV including the list of publications
- Two relevant sample papers/publications
- Contact information of three professional references. Note: we will inform you before we contact them so you can make them aware
Toronto Metropolitan University’s commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
- We encourage all First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples or Indigenous peoples of North America, to self-identify in their applications. If you are an Indigenous applicant and require support during the recruitment process, please reach out to James McKay, Indigenous HR Lead at james13@torontomu.ca.
- Toronto Metropolitan University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and aims to ensure that independence, dignity, integration and equality of opportunity are embedded in all aspects of the university culture.
- We will provide an accessible experience for applicants, students, employees, and members of the Toronto Metropolitan University community. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the recruitment process. If you have restrictions that need to be accommodated to fully participate in any phase of the recruitment process,please reach out to Human Resources:
- Current employees can contact HR by logging into AskHR to submit a request.
- External candidates who do not have TMU login credentials can contact HR by visiting torontomu.ca/human-resources/askhr/.
- All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
About Toronto Metropolitan University
Toronto Metropolitan University is located in the heart of Canada's largest city. Its distinctly urban campus features a culture that's innovative and entrepreneurial, a community that's welcoming and inclusive, and a learning environment that's incredibly creative. Our mission is to serve societal need and engage communities both locally and across the globe.
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Post Doctoral Fellow - Physics
Top Benefits
About the role
Department: Physics (Faculty of Science)
Position supervisor: Professor Raffi Karshafian
Contract length: Two years
Hours of work per week: 36.25
Position type: Term Vacancy
Start Date: ASAP
Rate of pay: $50,000 to $55,000 per annum plus 18% benefits.
About Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University)
At the intersection of mind and action, Toronto Metropolitan University is on a transformative path to become Canada’s leading comprehensive innovation university. Integral to this path is the placement of equity, diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our institutional culture. Our current academic plan outlines each as core values and we work to embed them in all that we do.
Toronto Metropolitan University welcomes those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion and will assist us to expand our capacity for diversity in the broadest sense. In addition, to correct the conditions of disadvantage in employment in Canada, we encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
As an employer, we are working towards a people first culture and are proud to have been selected as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and a Greater Toronto’s Top Employer for 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018.
About the program/department/team
The Department of Physics (https://www.torontomu.ca/physics/) has a very active research and innovation environment and currently hosts 20 full-time faculty members, 34 adjunct faculty members, 7 staff members, 9 post-doctoral fellows, over 66 graduate students, and over 200 undergraduate students. The Department offers an undergraduate honors degree in Medical Physics and teaches numerous courses to various undergraduate programs in Science and Engineering. Furthermore, the Department offers master’s and doctoral degrees in the field of Biomedical Physics with an option in Medical Physics accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Medical Physics Education Programs (CAMPEP).
The Institute for Biomedical Engineering, Science and Technology (iBEST) is a partnership between Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) and St. Michael’s Hospitalthat brings together TMU’s engineering and science strengths with St. Michael’s biomedical research and clinical expertise to translate research concepts into testable healthcare solutions. Located within the St. Michael’s Keenan Research Centre for Biomedical Science, iBEST’s access to biomedical, technological and clinical expertise allows its members and partners to identify challenges and rapidly pilot, modify and introduce biomedical discoveries and inventions to improve health. Biomedical ultrasound in various diagnostic and therapeutic applications is one of the major streams of research and development at iBEST.
The opportunity
One Postdoctoral Fellow position is available for Prof. Raffi Karshafian at his lab “Therapeutic Applications of Ultrasound and Microbubbles”within the Faculty of Science at Toronto Metropolitan University, Toronto, Canada. The research work will be conducted at research laboratories in iBEST, Toronto, Canada. The successful applicant will conduct research and development on a project funded by NSERC Alliance and Mitacs.
Qualifications
The following qualifications and skills are required:
- PhD in Physics or Biomedical Engineering.
- Ability to conduct independent research, data collection and analysis, and write technical reports, research grant proposals, and peer-reviewed journal articles
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Capability to work in a collaborative and multidisciplinary research group
- A track record of peer-reviewed published research work in ultrasound and acoustics journals.
- Background knowledge of cavitation physics and monitoring.
The following backgrounds would be considered as asset / highly desired:
- Background knowledge of AI signal processing.
- Knowledge and experience in in vitro or in vivo experiments.
- Knowledge and experience in characterization of ultrasound transducers.
- Background knowledge of ultrasound bioeffects such as sonoporation.
How to apply
Please email your application to Dr. Raffi Karshafian at karshafian@torontomu.ca. In the subject line please indicate: “Application” and upload the following as one PDF document:
- Cover letter outlining how exactly you meet the above qualification requirements
- Current CV including the list of publications
- Two relevant sample papers/publications
- Contact information of three professional references. Note: we will inform you before we contact them so you can make them aware
Toronto Metropolitan University’s commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
- We encourage all First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples or Indigenous peoples of North America, to self-identify in their applications. If you are an Indigenous applicant and require support during the recruitment process, please reach out to James McKay, Indigenous HR Lead at james13@torontomu.ca.
- Toronto Metropolitan University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and aims to ensure that independence, dignity, integration and equality of opportunity are embedded in all aspects of the university culture.
- We will provide an accessible experience for applicants, students, employees, and members of the Toronto Metropolitan University community. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the recruitment process. If you have restrictions that need to be accommodated to fully participate in any phase of the recruitment process,please reach out to Human Resources:
- Current employees can contact HR by logging into AskHR to submit a request.
- External candidates who do not have TMU login credentials can contact HR by visiting torontomu.ca/human-resources/askhr/.
- All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
About Toronto Metropolitan University
Toronto Metropolitan University is located in the heart of Canada's largest city. Its distinctly urban campus features a culture that's innovative and entrepreneurial, a community that's welcoming and inclusive, and a learning environment that's incredibly creative. Our mission is to serve societal need and engage communities both locally and across the globe.