Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Responsibilities

• Conduct basic and translational research investigating cell division, spindle orientation, and their roles in hereditary and childhood cancers.
• Design and execute research plans and perform comprehensive data analyses.
• Contribute to the writing of high-quality manuscripts and grant applications.
• Present research findings at internal and external scientific meetings.
• Mentor junior trainees and students within the laboratory.

Requirements

• PhD in Cell Biology, Cancer Biology, Developmental Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field.
• Strong expertise in mammary epithelial biology, organoid systems, cell division/mitosis, or genome instability.
• Proven record of first-author publications in high-impact scientific journals.
• Experience with live-cell imaging, advanced microscopy, mouse models, or primary cell culture.

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in BRCA1, HMMR, PLK1, or related mitotic regulators.
• Experience in epithelial polarity or tissue architecture.
• Proficiency in quantitative or systems biology approaches, such as imaging analytics, proteomics, or genomics.
• Demonstrated ability to lead research projects independently.
• Commitment to enhancing awareness and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on fundamental questions in cell division and cancer biology.
• Access to human tissue models and state-of-the-art imaging platforms.
• Strong mentorship toward academic independence or research scientist careers.
• Integration into a collaborative translational pediatric oncology network.
• Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.

About the Company

The Maxwell Laboratory at the University of British Columbia and BC Children’s Hospital Research Institute investigates how cell division is regulated at the molecular and tissue level, and how its disruption contributes to hereditary and pediatric cancers. We provide a highly collaborative research environment focused on advancing precision oncology and personalized medicine.