The Ottawa Hospital Research Institute is the research arm of The Ottawa Hospital – one of Canada’s largest learning and research hospitals. We are proudly affiliated with the University of Ottawa and supported by The Ottawa Hospital Foundation. With more than 2200 scientists, clinician investigators, trainees and staff, and total revenues of more than $120 million, we are one of the foremost Canadian hospital-based research institutes. Our research spans more than a hundred different diseases, conditions, and specialties with an overall focus on translating discoveries and knowledge into better health.
Job Description
Dr. Ardolino's Lab at OHRI/University of Ottawa is seeking a talented and motivated post-doctoral fellow to join our team focused on harnessing the immune system's power against prostate cancer.
About Us:
We are a collaborative group of 11 researchers at the Ottawa Hospital Research Institute, affiliated with the University of Ottawa. Our lab is well-funded through CIHR and various cancer research foundations. We maintain a productive and positive work environment that balances scientific rigor with a supportive team atmosphere.
What You'll Do:
•Lead research projects investigating the immune responses against prostate cancer.
•Mentor and train junior lab members in research techniques and experimental design.
•Contribute to manuscript preparation and grant writing activities
What We're Looking For:
•PhD in Immunology, Cancer Biology, or a related field.
•Experience in tumor immunology and/or immune cell characterization.
•A self-motivated researcher who brings both expertise and enthusiasm to our expanding team.
•Someone who values collaboration and can thrive in our dynamic research environment
Why Join Us:
You'll contribute to important advances in cancer immunotherapy while working with a team that values both scientific excellence and a positive lab culture. We are serious about our science but maintain a supportive and engaging workplace.
Basic Requirements (Education/Experience):
•PhD
•Experience working with mice
•Good communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
•PhD in immunology, cancer immunology or prostate cancer.
•Experience with mouse models of prostate cancer.
•Experience with high dimensional flow cytometry.
•Experience with scRNA sequencing However, don't worry about knowledge gaps! We provide thorough training in all required techniques and approaches, allowing you to build on your existing expertise.
Contract Details:
This is a 1-year full-time contract with the possibility of renewal.
Minimum Stipend/ Salary: $27.024/hr
Comments to Applicant:
Please send a complete CV, a one-page (times new roman, font 12, 2 cm margin) cover letter highlighting your research experience and names for two academic references.
Contact Info:
Name: Dr. Michele Ardolino
Title: Senior Scientist
Program: Cancer Research
Ottawa Hospital Research Institute
Email: mardolino@ohri.ca
Website: www.ardolinolab.ca
The Ottawa Hospital Research Institute is committed to building and sustaining a welcoming and supportive culture that promotes equity, diversity and inclusion for trainees, researchers, and staff. We are devoted to identifying and removing barriers that limit equitable access to opportunities within our organization. The Ottawa Hospital Research Institute strongly supports initiatives that encourage the participation of all groups, in particular the four groups defined in the Employment Equity Act (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities).
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those invited for an interview will be contacted. The Ottawa Hospital Research Institute is an equal-opportunity employer. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process.
