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Job Description
This Postdoctoral Research Fellow position focuses on cell division and cancer biology, specifically investigating how errors in cell division and tissue organization contribute to hereditary and childhood cancers. The role requires expertise in epithelial biology, immune interactions, or cell division mechanisms, along with a strong publication record and experience in advanced imaging, mouse models, or cell culture systems. Responsibilities include conducting research, analyzing data, writing publications and grants, and mentoring trainees.
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Key Responsibilities
- Applicants may contribute to one or more of the following:
- 1. Epithelial cell fate and division orientation
- Mechanisms controlling symmetric vs asymmetric division
- Role of spindle orientation in differentiation and tumor initiation
- 2. Epithelial – immune cell interactions in hereditary cancer syndromes
- Functional consequences of BRCA1 pathway perturbation
- Novel strategies for cancer prevention
- 3. Cell division regulation in epithelial tissue architecture
- 4. Translational cancer modeling
- Patient-derived mammary epithelial systems
- In vivo modeling of cancer predisposition states
- The fellow will be responsible for conducting basic/translational research in one or more of the above research focus areas, design and execute research plans and perform data analyses, contribute to writing manuscripts and grants, present research findings in internal and external meetings, and mentor junior trainees in the laboratory.
Requirements
- 1. PhD in Cell Biology, Cancer Biology, Developmental Biology, Biochemistry,
- or related field. The ideal candidate should have obtained their PhD within
- the last 2 years and possess the ability to work independently and
- 2. Strong expertise in at least one of the following:
- Epithelial biology or organoid systems
- Epithelial-Immune cell interactions
- Cell division / mitosis / spindle dynamics
- 3. Proven record of first-author publications in high-impact journals
- 4. Experience with at least one of the following:
- Live-cell imaging or advanced microscopy
- Mouse models or genetically engineered systems
- Primary cell culture or organoid systems
- Molecular perturbation (CRISPR, RNAi, etc.)
- Background in epithelia – immune interactions
- Experience in epithelial polarity or tissue architecture
- Demonstrated ability to lead projects independently
- Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in
- Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness,
- knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
About This Position
When do applications close for this position?
Applications for Postdoctoral Research Fellow at University of British Columbia close on 5 November 2026. Make sure your application reaches the university's recruitment system before the deadline — late submissions are generally not accepted.
What does this position pay?
The advertised salary for this role is CAD 65,000 – 65,000. The final offer within the band depends on qualifications and experience, as set by University of British Columbia's enterprise agreement.
Where is this position based?
The position is based at University of British Columbia, in British Columbia, CA. Check the job description above for flexible or hybrid arrangements.
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