Build a perinatal biomedical research program at the University of Alberta using cellular biology, molecular biology, and advanced physiological models. The appointment is full-time and tenure-track.

WCHRI and the Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry seek an outstanding early-career researcher focused on fundamental pregnancy mechanisms. Study maternal-fetal signaling, placental function, fetal programming, or developmental disruption. Translate discovery science toward biomarkers, therapeutic interventions, and improved maternal and child health outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

- Establish an innovative independent research program
- Investigate maternal, placental, fetal, and developmental mechanisms
- Bridge pregnancy complications with pediatric outcomes




- Build collaborations across the perinatal research ecosystem
- Deliver teaching, mentorship, governance, and service

Requirements:

- PhD in a relevant biomedical or physiological discipline
- Three to five years of high-impact postdoctoral training
- Solid international peer-reviewed publication record
- Demonstrated potential for competitive external funding
- Teaching or mentorship ability with diverse trainees

Bring perinatal physiology, cellular and molecular biology, and translational research expertise to an academic faculty career.

📌 Perinatal Biomedical Research Professor (Edmonton)
🏢 Culture Alberta
📍 Edmonton