Job Board > Assistant professor in Immunology and/or Cancer Omics (2 positions) - Universite de Sherbrooke, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Department of Immunology and Cell Biology
REQUIRED PROFILE
Applications are sought from exceptional candidates with training in cancer immunology, immunotherapy, and functional omics of cancer biology. The Department is particularly interested in applications whose research program requires the use of immunological and omics techniques such as conventional/spectral cytometry, multiplex immunofluorescence, RNA sequencing, proteomics,
metabolomics, the use of large-scale CRISPR/Cas9 screening, as well as the generation and use of preclinical (animal) and translational (organoid) models replicating malignant transformation to test targeted therapies. The integration of artificial intelligence and the exploitation of medical or other
databases will be viewed positively.
FUNCTIONS
• Teach in French at the three levels of study in the FMSS programs (BSc, MSc, PhD).
• Supervise graduate students and postdoctoral fellows.
• Develop fundamental or applied research activities and maintain a competitive research program funded by competitive external grants.
• At the beginning of the position, obtain salary support (scholarship) from provincial or national programs.
• Participate in university and departmental life.
• Contribute to academic service.
REQUIREMENTS
• Hold a doctoral degree (Ph.D.) or M.D./Ph.D. in immunology, cellular/molecular biology, or equivalent.
• Have 2 to 5 years of postdoctoral experience in related fields.
• Have participated in training undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate students.
• Have a strong interest in teaching, along with excellent skills in research, development, and innovation.
• Demonstrate leadership qualities, initiative, and excellent capacity to communicate and interact effectively and harmoniously with various internal and external partners.
• Have a publication record attesting to the excellence of the research contributions.
• Ability to teach in French or achieve this ability within a reasonable time frame (3 years). Laboratory activities may be carried out in English.
• Be able to comply with the obligations related to responsible conduct in research. Ability to comply with the requirements of responsible research conduct.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Working conditions are defined by the memorandum of understanding between the University and the
Association of Professors of the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Sherbrooke (APPFMUS).
Regular full-time position.
Start date: 2025 (flexible).
EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
The Université de Sherbrooke (UdeS) values equity, diversity, equality and inclusion in employment within its community and invites all qualified individuals to apply, particularly women,
members of visible and ethnic minorities, Aboriginal peoples and persons with disabilities in compliance with the Quebec Act respecting equal access to employment in public bodies. The
screening and assessment tools can be adapted according to the needs of persons with disabilities who request them, and this, in complete confidentiality. The Université de Sherbrooke also encourages people of all sexual orientations and gender identities to apply. Priority will be given to Canadians and permanent residents. Learn more about equity, diversity and inclusion at UdeS.
Salary: According to APPFMUS guidelines
APPLICATION PROCESS
Check our website then submit your application online. For this opportunity, see offer 07216.
Direct link: https://www.usherbrooke.ca/emplois/offre/no/07216
The deadline for submitting applications is 5 p.m. on January 3, 2025.
Please attach:
1. Your resume.
2. A cover letter.
3. A research program proposal (maximum 2 pages) including the main areas related to your previous relevant work, the objectives pursued, a timeline of your research activities, the
integration with the priority themes of the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, the training of highly qualified personnel, funding avenues, and collaborations.
In addition, please send 3 letters of recommendation directly from the signatories to the following address:
Professeur François Boudreau, Ph. D.
Directeur du Département d’immunologie et de biologie cellulaire
Faculté de médecine et des sciences de la santé
Job posting #07216
Université de Sherbrooke
3001, 12eme Avenue Nord
J1H 5N4 – Sherbrooke
QC – Canada
Email: recrutementIBC@USherbrooke.ca
ABOUT THE FACULTY
Basic, applied and clinical research is a particular strength of our institution. The Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences of the Université de Sherbrooke enjoys a first-rate reputation thanks to its innovative teaching, its constant adaptation to the changing needs of society, and the success of its world-class research teams. The Université de Sherbrooke stands out as the only faculty in Canada, and the only French-speaking one worldwide, to be designated as a World Health Organization collaborating center for health training. It is also among the top 10 Canadian universities with the highest research income, and in 2021, it ranked first for revenue growth. Additionally, in Forbes' July 9, 2024 ranking, the Université de Sherbrooke was recognized among the top 100 Canadian companies and organizations excelling in diversity.
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT
The Department of Immunology and Cell Biology is composed of 17 professors, several of whom are closely associated with the Cancer Research Institute of the University of Sherbrooke (IRCUS), and most of its researchers are affiliated with the Cancer Axis of the Research Center of the University Hospital Center of Sherbrooke (CRCHUS). The department has approximately 70 graduate students and postdoctoral fellows spread across the two graduate programs of cell biology and immunology and a research staff of 18 individuals. The research laboratories are well-funded by national and provincial
organizations (CIHR, NSERC, CRS, FRQNT, and FRQS) and include state-of-the-art equipment. The research activities for each team are varied and cover most of the main areas of immunology in addition to cellular and molecular biology. Most of the research focuses on studying different cancer development processes, mainly in digestive tract, gynecological, and urogenital cancers. Some teams are also interested in multiple chronic inflammatory conditions. The numerous technological platforms (Spatial immunofluorescence, Organoids, Proteomics) combined with the expertise of biologists, immunologists, and physicians make it an extremely favorable work environment for the development of new approaches in immunotherapy and multi-omics. The Department seeks individuals whose application will contribute to diversity and equity in higher education through their teaching, research, and community involvement. Regarding gender parity, the Department stands out with a faculty
composed of 8 women and 9 men. Structured and sustained mentoring will be provided to selected individuals to promote their successes.