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* (First Nations, Inuit and Métis), persons with disabilities and racialized persons*.
* The Employment Equity Act, which is under review, uses the terminology Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities. Candidates are asked to self-declare when applying to this hiring process. OrganizationalUnit:Human Health Therapeutics Classification:RO Duration: 2 years Language

Requirements:
English or French Work arrangements:
- Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements, this position will require full-time physical presence at the NRC work location identified. At the NRC, we recognize that Indigenous candidates may have important connections to their communities and you may be eligible for an exception to this work arrangement. Alternative work arrangements may also be considered to accommodate candidates as required. To learn more about these options, please contact the NRC Hiring team using the contact information below. The program Development of a VSV-vectored vaccine for Eastern Equine Encephalitis virus as a biodefense medical countermeasure The role The successful Postdoctoral Fellow will lead an independent research project focused on the development of a novel vaccine. This involves designing, executing, and managing experiments, and data collection. The position also involves the analysis and interpretation of research findings, writing scientific manuscripts and present their findings. The Fellow is expected to work in a multidisciplinary team with close collaborations with a team of experts and external partners to advance the project.



The position offers opportunities to present research findings at national and international scientific conferences and to publish in high-impact peer-reviewed journals. Education Ph.
D. degree in virology or related field
- Demonstrated research excellence in virus vector engineering and molecular biology.
- Experience working with virus as related to human infection and prevention.
- Experience working with different cell culture systems.
- Experience in preparing and presenting research findings in peer-reviewed publications and scientific conferences
- Experience in flow cytometry techniques may be considered an asset For a Reliability Status, verification of background information over a period of 5 years is required.
- Must be able to work with animals.
- Must be able to work in containment level-3 lab conditions handling risk group 2 and/or 3 pathogens. Who is eligible?
- Fellowships will be for two years contingent on satisfactory progress achieved during the first year.
- Candidates should have obtained a PhD (or equivalent) within the past three years (PhD received on or after July 1, 2024*) or expect to complete their PhD within 6 months of appointment.
- Fellows will work in a lab under the direct supervision of an NRC researcher. *Exceptions may be considered to recognize personal or family related leave. Please connect with us using the contact information below to discuss in more detail.



Compensation The intent of this hiring action is to staff the position at the AsRO level, which is an early-career level position with a salary range of $83,985 to $116,641. This wide range accounts for varying degrees of expertise and impact, and growth within the role. Salary determination will be based on a thorough evaluation of the successful candidate's prior experience. This evaluation will consider specific achievements, skills, and contributions that demonstrate the candidate's impact and expertise. As a guide, the average starting rate for new PhD graduates entering this role is $83,985. The NRC is committed to supporting career progression within the organization, providing access to the opportunities and resources needed for a pathway to a fulfilling career. NRC employees also enjoy a wide-range of competitive benefits including a robust pension plan, comprehensive health and dental coverage, disability and life insurance, office closure at the end of December, and additional supports to enhance your well‑being throughout your career and beyond. Discover the possible Anything is possible at the NRC, named in 2026 one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People, Top Employer in the National Capital Region and Forbes Canada’s Best Employers As Canada’s largest research and innovation organization, our world-renowned research pushes the boundaries of science and engineering to make the impossible, possible. Every day we explore new ideas through innovative research and help companies discover possibilities that impact Canada’s future and the world. At the NRC, you’ll also discover recent possibilities. Our supportive workplace fosters a culture of creativity, welcoming fresh perspectives and innovation at all levels. We value t

📌 Postdoctoral Fellow, Infectious Diseases Team (Ottawa)
🏢 National Research Council of Canada
📍 Ottawa