The Canadian Association for Neuroscience is proud to announce Dr. Mark Cembrowski will be awarded the 2025 Canadian Association of Neuroscience (CAN) New Investigator Award. Dr. Cembrowski has established himself as an outstanding scientist, collaborator, and mentor, conducting leading-edge research on the cellular and molecular underpinnings of cognition and brain disorders, particularly in memory.
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The Guo Lab at the Hotchkiss Brain Institute and Alberta Children’s Hospital Research Institute, University of Calgary is seeking candidates for two postdoctoral positions. The long-term goal of the Guo lab is to define fundamental principles governing the functional wiring of the brain. Toward this goal, we are focused on primary cilia, signaling antennae of almost all cells in the brain. Long considered as evolutionary remnants of little significance, primary cilia in the past decade have sparked enormous interest, fueled by the discoveries that mutations in 150+ ciliary genes lead to 30+ human disorders collectively termed “ciliopathies”. The brain is particularly vulnerable to ciliary dysfunction as reflected by the prominent brain anomalies and neurological deficits associated with neurodevelopmental and psychiatric disorders found in ciliopathy patients. Nevertheless, due to the lack of mechanistic insights, how primary cilia can exert such a profound impact on the brain remains a long-standing mystery.
How do primary cilia, only a few m long protrusions from the cell soma, exert such a profound impact on the brain? The Guo lab is incorporating recent technical advances including single cell/nucleus RNAseq and ATACseq, human iPSCs, Serial Block face EM, mouse genetics, biochemistry, cell signaling control, in vivo 2-photon live imaging, and translational pharmacology to peel back the layers of this mystery from gene→cell→circuit→behavior→therapeutics (Guo et al., Developmental Cell 2017; Guo et al., Developmental Cell 2019; Wang et al., Nature Neuroscience 2024). The Guo lab has established a wide range of national and international collaborations. PDFs in the Guo lab have ample opportunities to learn cutting-edge technologies in molecular/cellular/system neuroscience and be co-supervised by Dr. Jeff Biernaskie (scRNAseq/ATACseq, U of C) and Dr. Grant Gordon (in vivo 2-photon imaging, U of C), Dr. Tomas Nowakowski (viral genomic technology to study the human brain, UCSF).
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Qualifications:
Individuals interested in this opportunity should submit the following components in a single PDF document to Dr. Jiami Guo (Jiami.guo@ucalgary.ca).
The position is located in Calgary, Alberta. Applications will be accepted until suitable candidates are identified.
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Dr. Jiami Guo,
jiami.guo@ucalgary.ca
The Lohman and Nguyen Labs at the University of Calgary and Hotchkiss Brain Institute are seeking motivated applicants for a post-doctoral position studying gliovascular, glymphatic and immune dynamics in models of brain injury and neurodegeneration (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis / ALS and Alzheimer’s disease / AD). Projects will involve in vivo multiphoton imaging of glia, vascular, perivascular and immune cells following traumatic brain injury and in neurodegeneration using genetically-encoded biosensors and optogenetic tools. The desired applicant will have experience in microscopy, with an emphasis on live cell and, ideally, in vivo cranial window imaging. The successful applicant will be expected to work as part of a team while managing independent projects. Dr. Alex Lohman’s research program focuses on repetitive, mild traumatic brain injuries during adolescence and the unique consequences on neuroinflammation using mouse and rat models. Dr. Nguyen’s research program investigates the pathogenic mechanisms underlying ALS and AD. The applicant will be further supported by Dr. Grant Gordon who has extensive expertise with in vivo cranial window multiphoton imaging and optogenetics. This position is funded through a CIHR Project Grant and Brain Canada Operating grant, but the successful applicant will be encouraged to apply for extramural funding opportunities.
Lohman Lab: https://cumming.ucalgary.ca/departments/bmb/profiles/dr-alexander-w-lohman
Nguyen Lab: www.cytoskeletonexus.com
Individuals interested in this opportunity should submit (in pdf format) the following via email to Alex Lohman (alex.lohman@ucalgary.ca) and Minh Dang Nguyen (mdnguyen@ucalgary.ca) .
The position is located in Calgary, Alberta. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is identified.
The terms and conditions of employment are covered under the UCalgary and PDAC Collective Agreement. To find out more about postdoctoral scholar program at the University of Calgary visit our Postdocs website.
About the University of Calgary
UCalgary is Canada’s entrepreneurial university, located in Canada’s most enterprising city. It is a top research university and one of the highest-ranked universities of its age. Founded in 1966, its 36,000 students experience an innovative learning environment, made rich by research, hands-on experiences and entrepreneurial thinking. It is Canada’s leader in the creation of start-ups. Start something today at the University of Calgary. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.
About Calgary, Alberta
Calgary is one of the world’s cleanest cities and has been named one of the world’s most livable cities for years. Calgary is a city of leaders – in business, community, philanthropy and volunteerism. Calgarians benefit from the strongest economy in the nation and enjoy more days of sunshine per year than any other major Canadian city. Calgary is less than an hour’s drive from the Rocky Mountains and boasts the most extensive urban pathway and bikeway network in North America.
The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.
As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (equity@ucalgary.ca) and requests for accommodations can be sent to Human Resources (hrhire@ucalgary.ca).
Alex Lohman (alex.lohman@ucalgary.ca) and Minh Dang Nguyen (mdnguyen@ucalgary.ca) .
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Electroneurophysiology Technologist I Calgary Foothills Medical Centre
Under general supervision, the EEG Technologist I performs either standard and complex EEG recordings or Nerve Conduction Studies (EMG). They may provide EEG Technologist support to the Seizure monitoring unit and may or may not do Ictal SPECT injections depending on the scope of their license. The technologist will also train in other modalities. There is an expectation that the technologist will also assist in the in-service training of junior personnel. The technologist is required to operate, maintain and troubleshoot electroneurophysiology equipment and keep accurate patient records. This position requires travel to and working at other adult acute care sites in the Calgary Zone as required.
Neurophysiologist, Calgary Foothills Medical Centre
Your Opportunity:
This opportunity is for a qualified Neurophysiologist to join our team within the Calgary Zone Clinical Neurophysiology labs. As a Neurophysiologist, you are responsible for the continuing development of the Intraoperative Neurological Monitoring programs. Your responsibilities include providing Intraoperative neuromonitoring for a variety of Orthopedic, Neurosurgical, ENT and Neurological procedures as well as the performance and interpretation of advanced multimodality IONM (Intraoperative neuromonitoring) studies. You will work as part of an interdisciplinary team, including Neurophysiologists and trained IOM technologists, to provide intraoperative neurophysiological assessments to the clinical team to facilitate optimal surgical outcome. As the successful candidate, you will exhibit excellent communication skills and demonstrate effective interpersonal skills. You will demonstrate initiative, adaptability and flexibility to meet varying clinical and operational needs. The Neurophysiologist is required to operate, maintain and troubleshoot neurophysiologic monitoring equipment and keep accurate patient records.
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https://careers.albertahealthservices.ca/jobs/search/118349531
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2025/03/31
Fraser Health is seeking a General Neurologist and a Stroke Specialist Neurologist to join the team of five neurologists at Abbotsford Regional Hospital. In this role, you will oversee the implementation and growth of inpatient stroke services, provide general neurological inpatient consultations, and contribute to the hospital-based Rapid Access outpatient neurology clinics. Additionally, you will share calls for emergency acute stroke care and general neurology calls. There is also an option and encouragement to build a private office practice.
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Why Fraser Health?
If you are an experienced Neurologist seeking a dynamic and impactful role, we encourage you to apply and become part of our growing team at Abbotsford Regional Hospital.
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Funded PhD opportunity in the Invertebrate Neuroethology Laboratory
Department of Biological Sciences, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB, CANADA
Dr. Byron N Van Nest is seeking a talented PhD student to start in September 2025 (preferably) or January 2026 to study aspects of sensory physiology and learning in the context of pollination ecology. Using honey bees and other arthropods, our laboratory employs immunohistochemistry, microscopy, electrophysiology, and a wide variety of behavioural assays. We have active collaborations with the University of Manitoba Departments of Entomology and Electrical & Computer Engineering, East Tennessee State University, and the Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich.
Completion of a research-based master’s degree is required prior to commencing the PhD.
For more information, see PDF below or contact Dr. Van Nest at byron.vannest@umanitoba.ca. Send applications to Dr. Van Nest by May 1st, 2025.
All qualified persons are encouraged to apply, and we particularly invite applications from persons who are a member of one or more marginalized communities: Indigenous, Black or racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of all genders and sexual identities.
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2025/05/01
Gliomas are types of cancers that arise in the brain and are extraordinarily difficult to treat. They are the leading cause of brain tumour-related deaths in both children and adults. Two pioneering scientists are awarded The Brain Prize 2025 for their discoveries that open up an entirely new way of thinking about and understanding these lethal diseases, and the potential strategies to treat them.
Copenhagen, Denmark, March 5th, 2025. Neuroscientists, Professors Michelle Monje (USA) and Frank Winkler (Germany), have made transformative discoveries by showing that neural activity in the brain can promote cancer initiation, growth, spread and treatment resistance. Thus, the everyday activity that takes place in the brain promotes the development of cancers within it. Striking recent studies further show that the influence of the nervous system is not limited to tumours in the brain, but also tumours throughout the body.
These remarkable findings have laid the foundation for an entirely new field of research called ‘Cancer Neuroscience’ that represents a paradigm shift in the understanding of these cancers, and which offers vital new opportunities for treatment.
Their efforts are rewarded with The Brain Prize 2025, the world’s largest award for outstanding contributions to neuroscience, established by the Lundbeck Foundation.
The Brain Prize 2025 worth DKK 10 million (€1.3 million) is awarded to:
Michelle Monje MD, PhD, the Milan Gambhir Professor of Pediatric Neuro-Oncology at Stanford Medicine and Howard Hughes Medical Institute Investigator,
and
Frank Winkler, MD, Professor of Experimental Neurooncology, Heidelberg University, Heidelberg University Hospital, Department of Neurology, and German Cancer Research Center
Congratulations to the winners!
Learn more on the Brain Prize website: https://brainprize.org/
JOB DESCRIPTION
Posting # – RI-25-011
| POSITION: | Scientist in Neuroimaging and Precision Child Youth Mental Health |
| POSTING PERIOD | February 18, 2025 to April 30, 2025 |
| TERM: | Full-time (1.0 FTE) Three (3) year contract, with possibility of renewal |
| SALARY: | Commensurate with skills & experience |
| REPORTS TO: | Director, Precision Child Youth Mental Health Collaboratory |
Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario Research Institute (“CHEO RI” https://www.cheoresearch.ca/) is the research arm of the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario – Ottawa Children’s Treatment Centre (“CHEO”) and an affiliated institute of the University of Ottawa. We acknowledge that Ottawa is built on un-ceded Algonquin Anishinabek territory. The Algonquin Anishinabek Nation have lived on this territory for millennia and we honour them and this land. Their culture and presence have nurtured and continue to nurture this land. CHEO RI also honours all First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples and their valuable past and present contributions to this land. CHEO is a beloved institution and workplace that is widely recognized for being an anchor in our community. CHEO RI works to create new knowledge and evidence to support CHEO in its provision of world-class care to our children. Our mission at CHEO RI is to connect exceptional talent and technology in pursuit of life-changing research for every child, youth, and family in our community and beyond.
We are inviting applications for an early to mid-career Ph.D. full-time Neuroimaging Scientist for the Precision Child Youth Mental Health Collaboratory. The goal of the position is to create an independent research program focused on neuroimaging markers of diagnosis, treatment response, or prognosis to support advancement of precision child and youth mental healthcare.
This will be a three-year, renewable appointment at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor commensurate with experience and does not confer eligibility for tenure. The successful candidate will be recommended for a faculty appointment in the Department of Cellular and Molecular Medicine and secondary appointments in other departments such as Psychiatry will also be available.
Required Qualifications: A Ph.D., superior research achievements in MRI neuroimaging related to child and youth mental health disorders, treatment response, or prognosis, evidence of interdisciplinary collaborations, experience in teaching and training of students at the graduate level, the ability to obtain external research funds, and excellent communication skills in either English or French. Passive knowledge of the other official language is considered an asset. Training in data analytics is also an asset.
The PCYMH Collaboratory is a ground-breaking research centre with close ties with SickKids in Toronto, ON, providing additional opportunities for networking and scientific development. The Collaboratory’s Strategic Priorities are to 1) Conduct Impactful PCYMH Research; 2) Use Technology to Deepen Understanding of Child and Youth Mental Health; 3) Nurture Teams That Translate Research to Real-Life PCYMH Care; and 4) Advance the Growth of PCYMH At Home and Worldwide. Expanding the extant neuroimaging research at the RI is one of our most important plans.
We are fully integrated within the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO) with collaboration opportunities with clinicians and access to patients. CHEO is the home to a vibrant research culture including the leadership of national programs on rare disease gene discovery (http://care4rare.ca/), neuro-muscular disorders (https://neuromuscularnetwork.ca/) and Concussion research (www.transcendentconcussion.ca) CHEO also houses Newborn Screening Ontario (https://www.newbornscreening.on.ca/), one of the largest newborn screening programs in North America.
We are also fully integrated within the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Ottawa, which comprises several research-intensive Departments supporting a vibrant research and educational environment with multiple strong foci in multiple health-related fields. Relevant to this position, the associated Department of the candidate will confer MSc and PhD degrees in respective fields of study (for example, within the uOttawa Department of Cellular and Molecular Medicine). The successful candidate will therefore become an integral member of the University of Ottawa’s core network, with access to a large and broad group of research collaborators as well as state-of-the-art equipment facilities across the University and affiliated Research Institutes, including the Ottawa Hospital Research Institute (OHRI), the University of Ottawa Heart Institute (UOHI), the Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre (ROMHC), Bruyère Research Institute, and Institut du Savoir Montfort. There are additional opportunities to join intellectual communities of practice with like-mined researchers within the uOttawa Brain Mind Research Institute (uOBMRI).
Join us in Ottawa, Canada’s capital and a cosmopolitan metropolis surpassing one million residents, making it the fourth largest city in Canada. With a vibrant technology sector and high median household income, Ottawa is the best place to live and do collaborative research. The region was first home to Indigenous Peoples who lived, met and traded commodities and knowledge; the city’s name is derived from the Algonquin word “Odawa” which means “traders.” The rich history of Algonquin Anishinaabe, along with that of the Europeans who arrived in the 1600s, is represented throughout the region.
Other Requirements:
To Apply:
The selection process will begin immediately after the closing date and will continue until the position is filled. Please send the application package by e-mail to pcymhi@cheo.on.ca.
We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those invited for an interview will be contacted. Your application package must include:
The CHEO Research Institute values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer who value diverse perspectives and support people to be their authentic selves. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process and welcome interest from all qualified applicants. Should an applicant require any accommodations during the application process, as per the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, please notify Human Resources at researchhr@cheo.on.ca.
The CHEO Research Institute seeks to increase equity, diversity, and inclusion in all of its activities, including research, education and career development, patient, family and donor partnerships. We value diverse and non-traditional career paths and perspectives, and value skills such as resilience, collaboration, and relationship-building. We welcome applications from members of racialized minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.
CHEO Research Institute does not use artificial intelligence during the selection and recruitment process.
Worksite, unless otherwise indicated will be at 401 Smyth Road, Ottawa, Ontario K1H 8L1. Applications will only be considered from those that are eligible to work in Canada
