Postdoctoral Fellow - Precision Medicine in Autism (PRISMA)

at  University of Alberta

Department Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry - Psychiatry Dept
Posted date February 5, 2024
Closing date Will remain open until filled.
Position Type Full Time

DESCRIPTION

This position has an appointment of 2 years and offers a benefits package found at Postdoctoral Fellows Benefits.
Location - Work primarily takes place at North Campus Edmonton.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

The candidate must have an MD, or PhD, or equivalent degree, with a focus on psychiatry, neurodevelopment, or mental health, and genetics, translational research, and data science.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to communicate fluently in other languages beyond English (in particular Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese).
At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. If suitable Canadian citizens or permanent residents cannot be found, other individuals will be considered.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
The University of Alberta is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women; First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; persons with disabilities; persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression; and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply

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