A postdoctoral research position is available immediately in the laboratory of Dr. Michael Wade in the Environmental Health Science & Research Bureau of Health Canada at Tunney’s Pasture, Ottawa. The research focuses on the influence of exposures to anthropogenic substances on hormonal signalling and the consequent effects on development. There is particular interest in the role of thyroid hormone receptors and cell surface estrogen receptors in mediating the adverse developmental effects of such substances. A description of the laboratory and a list of recent publications are located here.

Candidates with experience in molecular biology and cell biology techniques are encouraged to apply. Candidates should have a recent Ph.D. and experience performing molecular biology techniques such as real time RT PCR, Western blots, cell transfection, reporter gene assays, microarray analyses, ChIP, and/or immunofluorescence. Applicants must have experience in three or more of these in order to be considered.

Salaries are at the current NSERC Visiting Scientist Rate (Can$43,724 per year) and the term is for one year with possible renewable for up to two further years.

Send curriculum vitae, statement of research interest, and names and contact information of at least two references. Applicants should also be registered with the NSERC Visiting Fellowships in Government Laboratories Program (http://www.nserc.gc.ca/sf_e.asp?nav=sfnav&lbi=3d).

The deadline for submitting applications is Oct 31, 2008 or until the position is filled. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens.

Applications should be sent via email to: Mike_Wade[ at ]hc-sc.gc.ca