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Category: Clinical Research	Date Posted: 14-Jul-2025	End Date: 28-Jul-2025	ID: 3090
Post Doctoral Fellow
Contact/Scientist: Dr. Jing Wang Program: Regenerative Medicine
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 Our research focuses on delineating molecular mechanisms that regulate neural stem cell reprogramming and differentiation, with the ultimate goal of the development of stem cell- based therapy to promote neural repair in the context of various neurological disorders. The individual filling this position is particularly involved in the ongoing project focusing on ischemia-induced neural reprogramming and its underlying mechanisms, supported by Heart and Stroke Foundation Grant. A variety of molecular, cellular, and behavioral techniques are used in the laboratory, including transgenic mouse models, primary cell culture, stereotaxic surgery, and transcriptomic analysis, etc. Basic Requirements (Education/Experience): •PhD •Experience in rodent stroke models, stereotaxic surgery, Cell Biology (cell line or primary cell culture, immunohistochemistry and immunocytochemistry) and in vivo animal study. •Excellence in research with strong publication records •Excellent written and oral communication skills •Self-motivated and strong desire to learn Preferred Qualifications: •Primary rodent/human cell culture experience is an asset Contract Details: This is a 1-year full-time contract with the possibility of renewal. Salary: PDF (0-2 years post-PhD) Minimum Annual Stipend – $49,621 Salary: PDF (more than 2 years post-PhD) Minimum Annual Stipend – $52,787 Commensurate with experience Comments to Applicant: Please provide your CV and a cover letter to clearly demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the position listed to jiwang@ohri.ca Contact Info: Name: Dr. Jing Wang, Ph.D. Title: Senior Scientist, Associate Professor, Department of Cellular & Molecular Medicine, University of Ottawa Program: Regenerative Medicine Ottawa Hospital Research Institute Address: 501 Smyth Road, Ottawa, ON Email: jiwang@ohri.ca Website: https://www.ohri.ca/profile/jiwang 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.