Optical Bio-Imaging: Post Doctoral Fellow

University Health Network/University of Toronto

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Abstract: A 2-3 year appointment is available immediately to work on the application of optical imaging/spectroscopy to cardiac regenerative medicine within a multidisciplinary group. Details from Dr B.Wilson: wilson@uhnres.utoronto.ca

Start Date: Immediately

Specific Details: Project: The Cardiac Regeneration (CARE) Project assembles a multi-disciplinary team of leading scientists to advance the explosive potential of cardiac regenerative approaches (cell transplantation and tissue engineering) to clinical applications for patients suffering from ischemic heart disease or congenital heart defects. The CARE Project’s research plan proposes a highly innovative, multidisciplinary initiative that mingles the latest advances in proteomics, nanotechnology and imaging with cutting edge cell transplantation and biomaterials research.

Environment: Located in the heart of Toronto (Ontario, Canada), the University Health Network (UHN) is a world-class institution and a major landmark in Canada’s healthcare system and a teaching hospital of the University of Toronto. Within the UHN network: the STTARR (Spatio-Temporal Targeting and Radiation Response) Innovation Center (cutting edge radiological, optical and guided imaging equipment and personnel), the Centre for Imaging Cellular Function (live cell imaging), the Beamish Convergence Centre (mass spectrometers and proteomics), the Advanced Optical Microscopy Facility (AOMF) (intravital and bioluminescent imaging/microscopy equipment), the Laboratory for Biophotonics (novel optical technology development). These facilities are all strategically located within Toronto’s Discovery District that also includes the University of Toronto’s Institute of Biomaterials and Biomedical Engineering, the Ontario Cancer Institute and the Toronto General Research Institute.

The Ideal Candidate will possess a PhD in the area of biophysics and bioimaging, with a particular emphasis on optical imaging and spectroscopy research interests. Previous experience in the application of optical bio-imaging/spectroscopy techniques to (cardiac) disease research would be an asset, but not necessary. Skills and experience in animal handling, optical imaging/instrumentation, image analysis, histology, cell culture and molecular techniques are desirable. A highly disciplined individual who can work as part of a multidisciplinary team must have a strong interest in translational research and preclinical development, and must be currently eligible for employment in Canada.

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