The Department of Physiology in the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Manitoba invites applications for a full-time tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the areas of type 2 diabetes mellitus or related problems of metabolism. Candidates with prior experience and research goals related to these research areas and who use in vivo model(s) in their investigations of type 2 diabetes are particularly encouraged to apply. Applicants must have an earned doctorate or equivalent degree in physiology or a related field in the medical sciences. A successful period of postdoctoral training is expected. This position will have a significant research component with some teaching in relevant areas. A productive publication history in high quality, peer-reviewed journals and the potential to secure competitive, extramural research funding are required. Experience in teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses in the area of metabolic disorders is desirable. Position Number 12976
The successful candidate will be expected to develop and maintain an externally-funded research program in the area of diabetes and/or problems of metabolism and to contribute to the mentoring and training of graduate students and fellows. The successful candidate will be a member of the Endocrinology and Metabolic Diseases Division/Research Group (E&MD), and is expected to establish a laboratory within new space in the Manitoba Institute of Child Health (MICH). Opportunities exist to collaborate with both biomedical and clinical researchers in the Institute, as well as members of E&MD, other departments and research centres within the University of Manitoba. Start-up funds will be provided, and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The successful candidate will have access to core resources including a transgenic mouse facility, animal imaging and proteomics capabilities. Further information on the Department of Physiology and MICH can be obtained through the following websites: http://umanitoba.ca/ and http://www.mich.ca/
Review of applications will begin September 1, 2011 and will continue until the position is filled. The start date for this position is January 3rd, 2012 or as negotiated. Applicants should apply by e-mail only (pdf files), sending a letter of application (referencing position number 12976) with an outline of research plans, professional and teaching interests, a curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of three references to Peter A. Cattini, Ph.D., Acting Head, E&MD, Tel: (204) 789-3696, E-mail: peter_cattini@umanitoba.ca. Only complete applications will be considered.
Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provisions of “The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy” (Manitoba). Please note that the curriculum vitaes may be provided to participating members of the search process.
The University of Manitoba encourages applications from qualified women and men, including members of visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples and persons with disabilities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
The successful candidate will be expected to develop and maintain an externally-funded research program in the area of diabetes and/or problems of metabolism and to contribute to the mentoring and training of graduate students and fellows. The successful candidate will be a member of the Endocrinology and Metabolic Diseases Division/Research Group (E&MD), and is expected to establish a laboratory within new space in the Manitoba Institute of Child Health (MICH). Opportunities exist to collaborate with both biomedical and clinical researchers in the Institute, as well as members of E&MD, other departments and research centres within the University of Manitoba. Start-up funds will be provided, and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The successful candidate will have access to core resources including a transgenic mouse facility, animal imaging and proteomics capabilities. Further information on the Department of Physiology and MICH can be obtained through the following websites: http://umanitoba.ca/ and http://www.mich.ca/
Review of applications will begin September 1, 2011 and will continue until the position is filled. The start date for this position is January 3rd, 2012 or as negotiated. Applicants should apply by e-mail only (pdf files), sending a letter of application (referencing position number 12976) with an outline of research plans, professional and teaching interests, a curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of three references to Peter A. Cattini, Ph.D., Acting Head, E&MD, Tel: (204) 789-3696, E-mail: peter_cattini@umanitoba.ca. Only complete applications will be considered.
Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provisions of “The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy” (Manitoba). Please note that the curriculum vitaes may be provided to participating members of the search process.
The University of Manitoba encourages applications from qualified women and men, including members of visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples and persons with disabilities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
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