Dr. Bowen Li is an incoming Tenure-Stream Assistant Professor of Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University of Toronto (starting Jan 2022). He is currently a postdoctoral associate at MIT, working with Professor Robert Langer and Professor Daniel Anderson. His current research is focused on employing engineering approaches to enhance the performance of mRNA-based therapeutics and vaccines for combating cancer and infection diseases.
Post : Postdoctoral Fellow Position
A postdoctoral fellow position is available in Dr. Bowen Li's laboratory (li-bowen.com) in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University of Toronto (UofT). The UofTisatop public research university in Canada. The university ranked 16th in the world by U.S. News & World Report Best Global University Ranking (2022) and its Faculty of Pharmacy ranked 4»h in the world for pharmacy & pharmacology by QS World University Ranking (2019).
The successful applicant will be expected to :
• Pursue independent and collaborative research projects that involve the design, development, and application of polymer and lipid nanoparticle systems for RNA delivery.
• Contribute to grant proposals, publish original research, and present research at national and international conferences.
• Communicate closely with the PI, lab members, and collaborators on project development, material characterization, and experimental results.
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students in the lab
Required qualifications
• PhD in chemistry, immunology, molecular biology, bioengineering, pharmaceutical sciences, materials science, or a related field.
• Hands-on experience with flow cytometry, animal studies, cell culture, and molecular biology techniques (e.g. western blotting, PCR) is desirable.
• Highly self-motivated and well organized.
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.
To apply
Interested candidates should e-mail Dr. Bowen Li at lilab.toronto@gmail.com with their cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references. The cover letter should include a description of the candidate's relevant research experience, research interests, expectations for the position, short- and long-term career goals, and preferred start date. The initial appointment is for one year with the ability to renew annually pending satisfactory progress. Start date immediately or upon mutual agreement.
Priority date for application is Dec. 30th 2021
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