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PhD Student in Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Deep Litter Systems

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Applicants are invited for a PhD fellowship/scholarship at Graduate School of Technical Sciences, Aarhus University, Denmark, within the Biological and Chemical Engineering programme. The position is available from 01 May 2026 or later. You can submit your application via the link under ‘how to apply’. Title: PhD Student in Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Deep Litter Systems Research area and project description: The PhD project is part of the research project DEEP-EMIS, which aims to quantify the climate impact of deep litter systems in cattle barns under Danish production conditions. Deep litter systems are widely used, yet emissions of methane (CH4) and nitrous oxide (N2O) from these systems remain poorly quantified and are currently represented by generic emission factors in national greenhouse gas inventories. The project will focus on experimental quantification of greenhouse gas emissions from cattle barns under current manure management and under scenarios with more frequent manure removal. Measurements will be conducted in commercial barns using chamber-based methods, combined with detailed characterization of manure and bedding properties and measurements of oxygen conditions within the litter to better understand emission drivers. In addition, emissions of N2O and ammonia (NH3) following field application of digestate containing different proportions of digested deep litter will be quantified, allowing assessment of the full manure management chain from barn to field. The PhD student will play a central role in planning and executing measurement campaigns, data analysis, and interpretation of results. The resulting datasets will form the basis for developing Danish emission and reduction factors suitable for inclusion in national greenhouse gas inventories and farm-level climate assessments. Depending on the interests and background of the PhD candidate, the project also offers opportunities to use the experimental data for process-based or empirical modelling of emissions, including development of emission factors with improved temporal resolution. The project is carried out in close collaboration with farmers, advisors, and researchers to ensure high scientific quality and relevance for regulation, inventory reporting, and practical implementation. Project description: For technical reasons, you must upload a project description. Please simply copy the project description above and upload it as a PDF in the application. Qualifications and specific competences: Applicants to the PhD position must have a relevant applicants must have a relevant academic background and a strong interest in experimental research on greenhouse gas emissions and manure management, including interactions with biogas systems. A master’s degree (120 ECTS) or at least one completed year of a master’s programme in environmental science, agricultural science, environmental or chemical engineering, biotechnology, bioengineering, agroecology, or a related field. Interest in greenhouse gas emissions from agriculture, manure management, and the role of anaerobic digestion in climate mitigation. Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary research team. Experience with field experiments, including handling organic materials, is an advantage. Experience with physical and chemical analysis of manure, digestate, or other organic materials is an advantage. Solid skills in data analysis and handling of large datasets with multiple variables (e.g. R, Python, Matlab, or similar). Ability to analyse and interpret experimental data and contribute to modelling activities. Good written and spoken English. Danish language skills are an advantage but not required. Driving license is an advantage but not required. Place of employment and place of work: The place of employment is Aarhus University, and the place of work is Blichers Allé 20, 8830 Tjele, Denmark. Contacts: Applicants seeking further information regarding the PhD position are invited to contact: Anders Peter S. Adamsen, apa@bce.au.dk (main supervisor) Jesper Nørlem Kamp, jk@bce.au.dk (co-supervisor) For information about application requirements and mandatory attachments, please see our application guide. If answers cannot be found there, please contact: admission.gradschool.tech@au.dk How to apply: Please follow this link to submit your application. Application deadline is 01 March 2026 at 23:59 CET. Preferred starting date is 01 May 2026. Please note: Only documents received prior to the application deadline will be evaluated. Thus, documents sent after deadline will not be considered. The programme committee may request further information or invite the applicant to attend an interview. Shortlisting will be used, which means that the evaluation committee only will evaluate the most relevant applications. Aarhus University’s ambition is to be an attractive and inspiring workplace for all and to foster a culture in which each individual has opportunities to thrive, achieve and develop. We view equality and diversity as assets, and we welcome all applicants. All interested candidates are encouraged to apply, regardless of their personal background. Salary and terms of employment are in accordance with applicable collective agreement. Application form

PhD Programmes under the project “Heterologous Production of Natural Products in Photorhabdus laumondii”

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Applicants are invited for a PhD fellowship/scholarship at Graduate School of Technical Sciences, Aarhus University, Denmark, within the Biological and Chemical Engineering programme. The position is available from 01 May 2026 or later. You can submit your application via the link under ‘how to apply’. Title: Heterologous Production of Natural Products in Photorhabdus laumondii Research area and project description: The project aims to unlock the biosynthetic potential of Photorhabdus laumondii as a novel heterologous host for the production of RiPPs (ribosomally synthesized and post-translationally modified peptides). Despite the identification of numerous RiPP biosynthetic gene clusters (BGCs) in Photorhabdus and Xenorhabdus species, many remain uncharacterized due to poor expression in the native strains or conventional heterologous hosts like E. coli. This project addresses the critical challenge of low-yield RiPP production by developing a streamlined workflow for cloning, expression, and fermentation in P. laumondii, a genetically tractable bacterium with a rich natural product repertoire and ecological adaptations that favor non-toxic metabolite production. The project combines synthetic biology, microbial engineering, and natural product chemistry. The projects is done in collaboration between the lab of Assoc. Prof. Thomas Tørring at Aarhus university and the lab of Prof. Helge Bode at the Max Planck Institute for Terrestrial Microbiology in Marburg. Project description. For technical reasons, you must upload a project description. Please simply copy the project description above and upload it as a PDF in the application. Qualifications and specific competences: Applicants must have a relevant Master’s degree (120 ECTS) or obtain a relevant Master’s degree in the summer of 2026 at the latest. The student must have good communication skills and thrive in collaborations. Prior work or knowledge within natural product biosynthesis, analytical chemistry, use of bioreactors, and heterologous protein production will be considered positively. Place of employment and place of work: The place of employment is Aarhus University, and the place of work is Department of Biological and Chemical Engineering, Gustav Wieds Vej 10, 8000 Aarhus C, Denmark. Contacts: Applicants seeking further information regarding the PhD position are invited to contact: Associate Professor Thomas Tørring, thomast@bce.au.dk (main supervisor) For information about application requirements and mandatory attachments, please see our application guide. If answers cannot be found there, please contact: admission.gradschool.tech@au.dk How to apply: Please follow this link to submit your application. Application deadline is 1 March 2026 at 23:59 CET. Preferred starting date is 1 May 2026. Please note: Only documents received prior to the application deadline will be evaluated. Thus, documents sent after deadline will not be taken into account. The programme committee may request further information or invite the applicant to attend an interview. Shortlisting will be used, which means that the evaluation committee only will evaluate the most relevant applications. Aarhus University’s ambition is to be an attractive and inspiring workplace for all and to foster a culture in which each individual has opportunities to thrive, achieve and develop. We view equality and diversity as assets, and we welcome all applicants. All interested candidates are encouraged to apply, regardless of their personal background. Salary and terms of employment are in accordance with applicable collective agreement. Application form

PhD Student in Biogas Utilisation from Deep Litter

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Applicants are invited for a PhD fellowship/scholarship at Graduate School of Technical Sciences, Aarhus University, Denmark, within the Biological and Chemical Engineering programme. The position is available from 01 May 2026 or later. You can submit your application via the link under ‘how to apply’. Title: PhD Student in Biogas Utilisation from Deep Litter Research area and project description: The PhD project is part of the research project DEEP-GAS, which investigates the potential for biogas production using deep litter from barns. Removal frequent may affect the biogas potential of deep litter by changing degradation losses in the barn, but scientific knowledge on how litter age and inclusion level affect biogas production, process stability, and digestate emissions is limited. The PhD project will focus on laboratory and pilot-scale biogas experiments to quantify the biochemical methane potential (BMP) of slurry containing deep litter of different ages and at varying inclusion levels. Based on laboratory screening, selected treatments will be tested in pilot-scale reactors to reflect realistic operating conditions at Danish biogas plants. The project will also quantify emissions from storage of digestate with different deep litter contents, providing essential data on climate effects. The PhD student will be responsible for planning and conducting biogas experiments, analysing gas production and degradation kinetics, and contributing to carbon and nitrogen balance modelling for biogas systems. The results will support the development of practical guidelines for integrating deep litter into biogas plants and provide knowledge relevant for climate mitigation strategies in agriculture. The project is conducted in close collaboration with farmers, SEGES, and the Danish biogas sector to ensure strong practical relevance. Project description: For technical reasons, you must upload a project description. Please simply copy the project description above and upload it as a PDF in the application. Qualifications and specific competences: Applicants to the PhD position must have a relevant academic background and a strong interest in biogas technology, anaerobic digestion, and experimental research. A master’s degree (120 ECTS) or at least one completed year of a master’s programme in biotechnology, environmental engineering, chemical engineering, agricultural science, bioengineering, or a closely related field. Documented interest in anaerobic digestion, biogas production, bioenergy systems, or organic waste management. Ability to work independently and take responsibility for experimental planning, while also contributing effectively within a research team. Experience with laboratory or pilot-scale biogas experiments, including BMP testing or reactor operation, is an advantage. Experience with physical and chemical analysis of biomass, manure, or digestate is an advantage. Strong quantitative and analytical skills, including experience with data analysis tools such as R, Python, Matlab, or similar. Ability to analyse and interpret experimental data and contribute to process modelling and mass balance assessments. Good written and spoken English. Danish language skills are an advantage but not required. Place of employment and place of work: The place of employment is Aarhus University, and the place of work is Blichers Allé 20, 8830 Tjele, Denmark. Contacts: Applicants seeking further information regarding teh PhD position are invited to contact: Henrik B. Møller, henrikb.moller@bce.au.dk (main supervisor) Jesper Nørlem Kamp, jk@bce.au.dk(co-supervisor) For information about application requirements and mandatory attachments, please see our application guide. If answers cannot be found there, please contact: admission.gradschool.tech@au.dk How to apply: Please follow this link to submit your application. Application deadline is 01 March 2026 at 23:59 CET. Preferred starting date is 01 May 2026. Please note: Only documents received prior to the application deadline will be evaluated. Thus, documents sent after deadline will not be taken into account. The programme committee may request further information or invite the applicant to attend an interview. Shortlisting will be used, which means that the evaluation committee only will evaluate the most relevant applications. Aarhus University’s ambition is to be an attractive and inspiring workplace for all and to foster a culture in which each individual has opportunities to thrive, achieve and develop. We view equality and diversity as assets, and we welcome all applicants. All interested candidates are encouraged to apply, regardless of their personal background.Salary and terms of employment are in accordance with applicable collective agreement. Application form

Two fully funded PhD candidate positions in Electromicrobiology

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Two fully funded PhD candidate positions in Electromicrobiology (3 years) We invite applications for two 3-year PhD student positions in the team of Professor Amelia-Elena Rotaru at the University of Southern Denmark. The PhD candidates will be supervised by Dr. Rhitu Kotoky and Dr. Konstantinos Anestis in close collaboration with Prof. Amelia-Elena Rotaru. The two PhD projects will address complementary aspects of how electric fields and electrode-associated niches influence the structure, function, and stability of methanogenic microbial communities in bioelectrochemical reactors. Together, the projects combine classical microbiology, microbial physiology, experimental evolution, and omics-based approaches to link microbial interactions and system performance across spatial and functional scales. PhD position in adaptive responses of defined methanogenic communities (3 years) This position centers on defined syntrophic microbial consortia, mapping how controlled electrochemical environments shape metabolic interactions, electron-transfer strategies, and functional specialization. You will run targeted experiments with defined methanogenic communities, compare ancestral and evolved consortia across conditions and integrate phenotypic readouts with functional omics to identify the processes underlying key performance changes. You will work closely with a postdoc evolving these consortia and with collaborators developing genome-scale and process-level models. PhD position in adaptive responses of complex methanogenic microbiomes (3 years) This position centers on complex microbial communities derived from anaerobic digestion systems, investigating how electrochemical environments drive community re-assembly, population dynamics and functional resilience. You will follow changes in community composition and function across conditions, connect these shifts to reactor-level phenotypes, and contribute to omics-enabled analyses that identify key taxa and functions linked to performance and stability. You will work closely with a postdoc evolving these microbiomes and with collaborators developing genome-scale and process-level models. Your tasks will be: –    setting up, operating, and monitoring bioelectrochemical reactors –    mapping microbial distributions across reactor niches –    functional omics and targeted assays for key taxa/functions –    establish standards of practice in collaboration with staff scientists in the team –    publish scientific articles based on the data you generate –    present research findings at research meetings and conferences Your profile: We seek candidates with: –    a relevant MSc degree in environmental microbiology, molecular ecology, microbiology, biochemistry or a closely related field –    an excellent academic track record –    a strong commitment to sustainable technology developments –    interest in interdisciplinary research –    ability to write and communicate professionally in English –    ability to collaborate tightly within a multidisciplinary consortium and across career stages Starting date: April 1st 2026, or soon after. Applicants seeking further information can contact: Dr. Konstantinos Anestis (anestis@biology.sdu.dk), Dr. Rhitu Kotoky (kotoky@biology.sdu.dk) or Prof. Amelia-Elena Rotaru arotaru@biology.sdu.dk Who are we? The successful candidates will be employed at the Department of Biology (~200 people) and embedded in the Nordcee research section (~60 people), an interdisciplinary environment spanning environmental microbiology, biogeochemistry, microbial ecology, and Earth–life interactions. Nordcee hosts a strong international research community with shared laboratory infrastructure and permanent administrative and technical support. The positions will be hosted by the Rotaru Lab, which studies electromicrobiology, microbial syntrophy, and microbe–mineral/electrode interactions, with a particular focus on methane-cycling microorganisms and the development of sustainable bioelectrochemical technologies. The positions are part of the Microbial Electrochemical Methanation Initiative, a large collaborative research program funded by the Novo Nordisk Foundation (50 million DKK) with academic partners at DTU Biosustain, Aarhus University (CORC and Biology), Toulouse Biotechnology Institute, and Wageningen University, as well as industry partners. We recommend that as an international applicant, you take the time to visit Work in Denmark where you will find information and facts about moving to, working and living in Denmark, as well as the International Staff Office at SDU. Contact information If you experience technical problems, please contact hcm-support@sdu.dk Application, salary etc. Appointment as a PhD Research Fellow is for three years. Employment stops automatically at the end of the period. (the 5 plus 3 programme). Further information about the PhD programme at the Faculty of Science can be found at the homepage of the University. The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background. Application must be in English and made in the form of a Declaration of Interest including the following: A letter explaining your motivation and qualifications to join this project Detailed CV, including personal contact information and date entries Copies of diplomas, Bachelor as well as Master’s degree, including transcript of notes/grades. The names and complete contact details (phone numbers and e-mail) of at least two referees details for at least 2 referees who can vouch for your skills. Shortlisting may be used in the assessment process. Incomplete applications and applications received after the deadline will neither be considered nor evaluated. This also applies to reference letters. Applications will be assessed by an expert assessor/committee. Applicants will be informed of their assessment by the university. Applications should be sent electronically via the link “Apply now“. The faculty expects applicants to read the information “How to apply for a position at SDU” before applying. Please note that the application documents should be in pdf-format and attached as three documents: motivation letter, CV and the remaining documents. We recommend that as an international applicant you take the time to visit Work in Denmark where you will find information and facts about moving to, working and living in Denmark, as well as the International Staff Office at SDU. Apply Now

Human Biology – LAB in Science

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Position Title Biol 140-041/042 – Human Biology – LAB Faculty/Department Faculty of Science Unit Science-CCE Employee Group URFA CUPE 5791 Job Family Category Sessional Number of Vacancies 1 Position Summary An introductory level course covering the principles of biology with examples taken from humans. * Note: This course is designed to apply the study of biological principles to humans. Position Requirements Minimum MSc. Physical Demands Pay Grade Faculty Sessional Salary Range As per URFA Collective Agreement Status Term Work Hours Course Modality Face-to-Face Course Dates and Time 041 – T 1:00 pm – 3:45 pm – 042 R – 1:00 pm – 3:45 pm Duration (if Term/Temporary) May 1, 2026 – June 30, 2026 Full-Time/Part-Time Other Preference Posting No Preference Target Posting Not Targeted Additional Information Contact Information Job Open Date 02/01/2026 Job Close Date 02/14/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Application Instructions For existing Sessionals: Your curriculum vitae and teaching dossier are kept on file and automatically attached to your application. You may update your curriculum vitae and teaching dossier at any time by clicking on the “Attach” link next to the document you wish to upload and then upload your edited version. To remove your previous uploaded document from your application for this position, click the “Remove” link next to the document you wish to remove. Existing sessional instructors do not have to provide new references and transcripts with each application. After you have been hired the first time, just type n/a in the text box provided on the manage documents screen.If you require further information regarding this competition please contact the faculty/department you are applying to. Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, and the work associated with this position must be performed within Canada. Diversity Statement The University of Regina is committed to an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the community that we serve. The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including individuals within the University’s employment equity categories of women, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, individuals of diverse gender and sexual orientation and all groups protected by the Human Rights Code. Documents Required Required Documents Resume/Curriculum Vitae Cover Letter Teaching Philosophy Optional Documents If you need assistance, please contact Human Resources at UofR.Recruitment@uregina.ca. Apply Now

Assistant Professor in Pathology and Microbiology

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The Department of Pathology and Microbiology at the Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC), University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI), invites applications for a full-time tenure-track faculty position in Veterinary Virology. An appointment will be made at the assistant professor level. AVC is one of 5 veterinary colleges in Canada, and serves the provinces of Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Newfoundland and Labrador. Educational facilities are complemented by an on-site primary care and referral veterinary hospital, a regional diagnostic laboratory, and CL2/AQC2 in vitro and in vivo research facilities for the study of terrestrial and aquatic animal diseases. The DVM program is fully accredited by the AVMA/CVMA. Graduate programs include MSc and PhD research programs and clinical specialty training programs. We seek candidates with basic research interests related to virology that complement our areas of active research in disease mechanisms, host-pathogen interactions, and population health in domestic and wild animals, including aquatic species. Our research teams contribute to UPEI’s Signature Programs in Research Excellence, which include Healthy Animals, Healthy Communities, and Environmental Stewardship. Signature programs and emerging priority areas are described in UPEI’s 2023-2029 Strategic Research Plan, at www.upei.ca/research. Additional information about our faculty and research can be found at www.upei.ca/avc/pathology-and-microbiology and www.upei.ca/avc/research. Responsibilities: Primary responsibilities will include development and maintenance of an active externally funded basic research program (for example, NSERC and/or CIHR) related to veterinary virology, teaching at the graduate and professional (DVM) student levels, and supervising MSc and PhD graduate students. Qualifications: Minimum qualifications are ACVM (Virology) Diplomate status (or board-eligibility) and a PhD degree, and can show strong potential for success in research, including experience in mentoring, scientific publication, and securing research funding. Opportunities to participate in clinical service and applied research within our diagnostic laboratory exist, however the emphasis of this position is on research and teaching. The ability to leverage the College’s current research infrastructure, including Animal Resources, would be an asset. Salary: The salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Full-time, permanent faculty receive a comprehensive fringe benefits package with benefit details provided at the time of offer in accordance with the collective agreement. This appointment is subject to budgetary approval. AVC is located on the campus of UPEI in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island (PEI). Nestled on the east coast of Canada, PEI is one of the world’s most beautiful islands and is home to sandy beaches, championship golf courses, bike and cross-country ski trails, and a vibrant arts community. Further details can be obtained at www.upei.ca/~avc and www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/about-pei. Application Instructions: To apply, submit a letter of intent, a statement of teaching philosophy and research goals, a curriculum vitae, and contact information (including e-mail addresses) of 3 referees to: Dr. Chelsea Martin Associate Professor and Chair Department of Pathology and Microbiology Atlantic Veterinary College, University of Prince Edward Island 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PE, Canada, C1A 4P E-mail: ckmartin@upei.ca, Phone: 902-566-0857 UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups, including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. Applications will be received until March 2, 2026, or until a suitable candidate is found. The starting date is ideally June 1, 2026.

Post-Doctoral Research Associate in carbon emission reduction and mitigation

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The Canadian Centre for Climate Change and Adaptation (CCCCA) at the University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI) is seeking a Post-Doctoral Research Associate to work on several research projects on carbon emission reduction and mitigation. The CCCCA is a 45,000-square-foot research facility in St. Peter’s Bay, PEI. The facility and its surrounding lands serve as a living laboratory, providing unlimited access to nearby wetlands, forests, and coastal habitats. The CCCCA is a world-leading research and teaching center dedicated to understanding and adapting to the impacts of climate change. Term: February 1, 2026, to March 31, 2028 (Term may be reduced or extended depending on performance, available funding, and the University’s requirements). RESPONSIBILITIES: The research focus of this position will include: •    Quantifying and analyzing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from agricultural systems in Atlantic Canada through field-based measurements •    Application of machine learning–based modeling to support climate-smart best management practices (BMPs) for agricultural production. •    Assessing crop physiological and photosynthetic responses to climate variability and management practices, linking plant-level indicators with soil processes and GHG dynamics. •    Evaluating the soil amendment and regenerative agriculture strategies integrating circular bioeconomy principles to enhance soil health, climate resilience, and sustainable production. •    Developing and implementing irrigation strategies to enhance potato yield and drought resilience, and to identify water management practices that reduce yield losses under drought stress. •    Integrate remote sensing, spatial analysis, and economic assessment to support profitability and sustainability mapping and facilitate knowledge transfer to producers and stakeholders. In addition to leading these research activities, the Post-Doctoral Research Associate is expected to: •    Publish research results promptly in high-impact journals. •    Write project reports and assist with research proposals. •    Collect soil, crop, yield, and sensor data from lab and field environments. •    Analyze research data using advanced statistical, geospatial, and modeling techniques. •    Organize meetings, workshops, and training courses for farmers. •    Supervise and mentor graduate and undergraduate students working on various pillars of ongoing research. QUALIFICATIONS: •    PhD in agricultural engineering, Agricultural Water and Soil Engineering, or related fields. •    Excellent written and oral communication skills. •    Strong quantitative analysis skills. •    Self-motivated and have demonstrated experience managing multiple tasks. •    Strong quantitative analysis and data visualization skills for environmental data analysis. •    Be willing to collaborate and work with a multi-disciplinary research team. •    Ability to work independently and in a team. •     Commitment to a collegial and inclusive workplace. •    Experience working with external partners and collaborators. Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week Salary:$50 000 per annum (Grant Funded) and Additional Benefits Application Instructions: Please submit electronically a cover letter quoting the competition number, a resume, and a reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link posted on the UPEI Human Resources website. Applications will not be accepted via email. If you are unable to apply online, you can drop off your resume to the Human Resources Department, Kelley Memorial Building, University of Prince Edward Island, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3, Fax Number (902) 894-2895. UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups, including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. Closing date is February 11, 2026.

Research Associate – Stem Cell Process Development & GMP Manufacturing

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ABOUT THE TEAM The Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry is one of the world’s top academic health science centres. With 21 departments, multiple research institutes and centres, and a focus on excellence in education, research, and clinical care, the faculty trains outstanding medical and dental professionals and drives global health innovation in collaboration with partners across sectors. JOB DESCRIPTION This position has an initial appointment of 12 months. Location – This role is in-person at North Campus Edmonton. The Shapiro Stem Cell Diabetes Lab, led by Principal Investigator Dr. James Shapiro, is seeking a highly qualified Senior Research Associate to drive Cell Therapy Process Development and Manufacturing of autologous islets derived from human pluripotent stem cells. This role is pivotal in establishing a core stem cell facility and advancing translational research into clinical cell therapies, with a focus on pancreatic cell development and differentiation. We are seeking a Researcher who can: Lead bioengineering research on human pluripotent stem cells, optimizing processes for large-scale manufacturing of clinical-grade stem cell and islet products. Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for pre-GMP and GMP-compliant cell manufacturing, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards. Independently plan, execute, and analyze complex experiments to produce high-quality, safe, and functional stem cell-derived islet cell products. Collaborate with the Clinical Islet Transplant Program (CITP) to support translational research and clinical trials for novel patient treatments. Why Join Us? This role offers the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in stem cell therapy and diabetes treatment, working alongside a world-renowned team at the Alberta Diabetes Institute. You’ll play a key role in translating scientific discoveries into life-changing clinical applications while adhering to the highest standards of quality and safety. RESPONSIBILITIES GMP Process Development & Technology Transfer: Lead high-level research design, optimize manufacturing protocols, manage technology transfer and drive protocol implementation. Advanced Research & Laboratory Operations: Manage laboratory facilities, execute cutting-edge experiments, drive automation innovation, data analysis. Quality Control & Regulatory Compliance: Execute quality testing, manage regulatory documentation, ensure data integrity, SOP management. Scholarly Dissemination and Communication: Publish research findings, present scientific findings at lab meetings, national and international scientific conferences, collaborate on reporting with the PI and collaborators. Financial and Grant Management to support the CITP Operations Director: Manage budgets, secure funding, manage space and equipment grants. Personnel Leadership and Supervision: Supports the CITP Operations director with supervision of lab staff by providing daily oversight of research personnel. Supports the Operations Director with recruitment activities to hire postdoctoral fellows, technicians and graduate students, provide training and mentorship to research personnel, public relations activities along side the PI to promote the labs work. QUALIFICATIONS PhD in Islet Biology, Stem Cell Regenerative Medicine, or a related discipline. Required Experience: A minimum of 5 years of postdoctoral experience plus 2 years of previous research associate experience. Research Focus: Extensive background in pluripotent stem cell biology, somatic cell reprogramming, pancreatic development, islet biology, physiology, and/or transplantation with a proven high-quality publication record. Stem Cell Expertise: Extensive hands-on experience with Human ESC/iPSC culture and somatic cell reprogramming. Differentiation: Expert knowledge in pancreatic cell differentiation and the generation of islet cells in 2D and 3D culture systems (planar, suspension bags, and 3D suspension bioreactor-based cell culture). Manufacturing: Knowledge of gene-edited cell manufacturing and cell processing for clinical grades. Core Assays: Proficiency in immunohistochemistry, advanced molecular microscopy, real-time gene expression (PCR/Gene array), and ELISA assays. Advanced Genomics: Skills in single-cell RNA sequencing (sc-RNA seq) data generation/analysis, spatial transcriptomics, and karyotyping. Gene Editing: Experience with CRISPR/Cas9 technology (vector production and gene editing). Surgical Skills: Hands-on experience with animal surgeries, specifically islet transplantation. Procedures: Proficiency in dosing, injections, IPGTTs (Intraperitoneal Glucose Tolerance Tests), as well as blood and tissue collection. Flow Cytometry: Expert knowledge and skills in multi-parameter flow cytometry. Research Design: High-level skills in experimental design, data analysis, and troubleshooting. Regulatory Knowledge: Demonstrated knowledge of GLP (Good Laboratory Practice) and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) procedures, including reviewing and approving GMP SOPs. Communication: Strong verbal and written science communication skills for manuscript and abstract writing, presentations, and drafting/submitting research funding applications (including CFI). Management: Experience in designing and developing core facilities, along with supervisory and project management duties. Application Instructions Click “Apply Now” to submit your curriculum vitae and list of publications. This position offers comprehensive benefits package with an annual salary range of $80,772 to $111,086. The terms and conditions of this appointment are governed by Schedule E of the Collective Agreement between the Board of Governors of the University of Alberta and the Association of the Academic Staff of the University of Alberta. Apply Now

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