Student positions - Doctorate (Ph.D)/Poste d’étudiants au doctorat

Description: Dr. Guylaine Ferland's "Nutrition Lab" invites PhD applications for projects on the role of vitamin K in cardiovascular and brain functions, and cognitive health. The projects are carried out in animal models with cardiovascular risk factors and use techniques in biochemistry, molecular biology, immunohistochemistry, and behavioral testing. These are full-time positions for which scholarships will be offered according to the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) scales. The start date is immediate but flexible.

Requirements: Candidates must have a degree in biochemistry, molecular/cellular biology, pharmacology, or related field, and be proficient in French and English (oral and written). A strong background in statistics will be an asset.

How to apply: Interested candidates should send their CV, a brief cover letter describing their research experience and interest in the position, their university transcript, as well as the contact information of 2-3 references by email to: guylaine.ferland@umontreal.ca

Note. Our lab is an equal opportunity employer. Please note that the masculine form used above refers to both women and men, with the masculine gender being used indiscriminately and for the sole purpose of lightening the text. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Description: Le « Laboratoire de Nutrition » de Dre. Guylaine Ferland sollicite des candidatures au doctorat pour des projets portant sur le rôle de la vitamine K dans la santé cérébrale et cognitive. Les projets sont réalisés dans des modèles animaux présentant des facteurs de risque cardiovasculaire et font appel à des techniques de biochimie, biologie moléculaire, immunohistochimie, et tests comportementaux. Il s’agit de postes à temps plein pour lesquels des bourses seront offertes selon les barèmes des Instituts de Recherche en Santé du Canada (IRSC). La date de début est immédiate mais flexible.

Exigences: Les candidats doivent être détenteurs de diplômes en biochimie, biologie moléculaire/cellulaire, pharmacologie, ou domaine connexe, et bien maîtriser le français et l’anglais (oral et écrit). Une solide formation en statistique sera un atout.

Démarches: Les candidats intéressés doivent faire parvenir leur CV, une lettre décrivant leur intérêt pour le poste et leur expérience en recherche, leur relevé de notes universitaire, ainsi que les coordonnées de 2-3 références par courriel à : guylaine.ferland@umontreal.ca

P.S. Notre laboratoire souscrit à l'équité en matière d'emploi. Veuillez noter que la forme masculine utilisée ci-dessus désigne aussi bien les femmes que les hommes, le genre masculin étant utilisé sans aucune discrimination et dans le seul but d’alléger le texte. Nous remercions déjà tous les candidats de leur intérêt toutefois, seules les personnes sélectionnées pour une entrevue seront contactées.

Fully Funded MSc Position in Biomedical Research – Mazerolle Lab

The Mazerolle Lab at St. Francis Xavier University is offering a fully funded MSc position (stipend: $27,000/year for 2 years) for a motivated student to join our interdisciplinary team through the Biology MSc program. This project merges cutting-edge biomedical research with computational science to develop innovative, low-cost, and portable technology for assessing brain vascular health. Specifically, you’ll work with functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) to enhance the repeatability and precision of cerebrovascular reactivity (CVR) measurements through advanced data analysis and automation techniques. 

We are seeking candidates with a background in biology, neuroscience, biomedical engineering, computer science, or related fields. If you are passionate about combining biomedical research with data science, automation, coding, and machine learning, this project offers a unique opportunity to contribute to advancements in medical imaging and rural healthcare. 

The Mazerolle Lab, within the Department of Psychology, offers a collaborative and interdisciplinary environment focused on human neuroscience. You’ll be part of projects involving functional MRI, fNIRS, and computational approaches to improve reproducibility in neuroimaging. Lab members also benefit from the Vascular Training (VAST) platform, which provides specialized training in vascular health, cognitive impairment, and related computational methods. 

To apply, please submit a cover letter, CV, unofficial transcript, and a writing sample (e.g., undergraduate thesis or relevant work) to emazerol@stfx.ca. For further information, contact Dr. Erin Mazerolle at the same email. 

Take part in advancing brain health with the power of computational and biomedical science! 

Girouard Lab, Université de Montréal - Research in neurovascular coupling

Dr. Hélène Girouard at the Université de Montréal has positions open for masters, phd and postdoctoral fellow projects about neurovascular coupling.

A competitive salary support will be offered.

Contact: helene.girouard@umontreal.ca

Callahan Lab, University of Calgary - Research in aging brain health and ADHD

The Department of Psychology in the Faculty of Arts at the University of Calgary is accepting applications for a Postdoctoral Scholar in Aging Brain Health. This Postdoctoral Scholar will be supervised by Dr. Brandy Callahan, Associate Professor of Clinical Psychology and full member of the Hotchkiss Brain Institute. The successful applicant will be expected to apply for external fellowships, including the E. Marie and R. Garey Cameron Postdoctoral Fellowship in Dementia. This Postdoctoral Scholar will be working with Dr. Brandy Callahan and collaborators on a project investigating pathways driving dementia risk in adults with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). This project will involve analysis of cognitive, physiological and neuroimaging markers of brain health. 

Qualifications:
•    PhD in Psychology (or related discipline) must have been awarded within the last 5 years
•    Expertise in clinical research related to brain aging
•    A strong background in quantitative data analysis 
•    Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
•    Demonstrated productivity for peer-reviewed publications

The following would be considered an asset: 
•    Knowledge and experience analyzing neuroimaging data and/or biosamples
•    Experience working with older adults (with or without cognitive impairment) 
•    Experience mentoring undergraduate and graduate students 

Interested candidates should e-mail Dr. Brandy Callahan (brandy.callahan@ucalgary.ca). Please include: 
•    A cover letter outlining relevant qualifications, research experience, and career goals
•    A curriculum vitae
•    Samples of three related peer-reviewed publications

Contact: brandy.callahan@ucalgary.ca

Smith Lab, University of Calgary - Research in aging, neuroimaging, and cerebral blood flow

The Department of Clinical Neurosciences at the University of Calgary is recruiting for a MSc or PhD level graduate student interested in better understanding changes of cerebral blood flow with healthy aging, cerebral small vessel disease, and CoV-19 infection. Primary research activities will focus on processing pipelines and quality review of pseudo-continuous arterial spin labelling magnetic resonance images to generate cerebral blood flow maps. Associations between cerebral blood flow and other measures of brain structure and function including other neuroimaging, cognitive, medical outcomes may be examined depending on the degree program. Data analyses will be guided by the objectives of the Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging (https://www.clsa-elcv.ca). Experience with image processing neuroimage analyses using pipelines FSL or FreeSurfer is desired but not required. Individuals with a background in neuroscience, biomedical physics or engineering, medical science, or psychology will be considered.

Candidates with a strong interest in aging, neuroimaging, and cerebral blood flow should apply to the Vascular Cognitive Impairment Research Group (https://cumming.ucalgary.ca/labs/smith-research) by submitting letters of interest and a CV to Jennifer Cameron (email below).

Contact: Jennifer.Cameron@ahs.ca