Charles H. Best Postdoctoral Fellowship: The Donnelly Centre, a global research hub renowned for advancing genomic technology, invites applications for the prestigious Charles H. Best Postdoctoral Fellowship. This fellowship honors the legacy of Dr. Charles H. Best, co-discoverer of insulin, and offers a unique opportunity for emerging researchers to propel their careers in a leading interdisciplinary institute.
Designation:
Postdoctoral Fellow
Research Area:
- Molecular Biology
- Stem Cell Biology
- Genetics
- Systems Biology (Genomics, Proteomics, Metabolomics)
- Biomedical Engineering
- Computational Biology
Location:
The Donnelly Centre at the University of Toronto, Canada
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Must have graduated from a PhD program a maximum of two years ago by the application deadline.
- Background in molecular biology, stem cell biology, genetics, systems biology, biomedical engineering, or computational biology.
- Must be sponsored by a Donnelly Centre faculty member.
Job Description:
The selected fellow will engage in cutting-edge research exploring global gene regulation and signal transduction. Using systems biology approaches, including functional genomics, proteomics, metabolomics, and computational biology, the fellow will contribute significantly to advancing discovery, medicine, and health. This fellowship provides the opportunity to collaborate with a network of leading scientists and to develop solutions to some of the most pressing challenges in genomic research today.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should reach out directly to a Donnelly Centre faculty member for sponsorship. The application package must be submitted electronically by the sponsoring faculty member to ccbr.info@utoronto.ca. Please use the naming convention: LastFirst_BestFellow_2025.pdf. The application must include the following documents in this order:
- Completed application form
- Curriculum vitae
- Two-page statement of research interests
- Transcripts (undergraduate and graduate levels)
- Three reference letters (two from external referees and one from the Donnelly Centre supervisor)
Last Date for Apply:
October 14, 2024
For any inquiries, include “Charles H. Best Fellowship” in the subject line of your email to ccbr.info@utoronto.ca.
