Postdoctoral Scholar in Neuromuscular Diseases

Dr. Toshifumi Yokota’s laboratory at the University of Alberta is seeking applications from highly motivated postdoctoral scholars who have earned their PhD within the past three years.

Dr. Yokota’s laboratory is internationally recognized for its pioneering work in genome-editing and antisense technology. The research program focuses on developing treatments for muscular dystrophy and rare genetic diseases through a combination of experimental and computational approaches. Current projects incorporate cutting-edge techniques including antisense oligonucleotides, delivery technologies, CRISPR/Cas9, and machine learning to advance therapeutic development and understanding of these conditions. Postdoctoral scholars will work in a highly collaborative and interdisciplinary research environment.

Postdoctoral scholars will have opportunities to develop expertise across a broad range of advanced research techniques, including in silico drug design, muscle cell culture (human and animal cells), animal models, muscle physiology studies, histology, confocal and two-photon laser microscopy, molecular analyses such as RNA-seq and quantitative real-time RT-PCR, molecular cloning, protein biochemistry, and proteomics. The laboratory is committed to providing comprehensive mentorship and training to support scholars in building successful academic or health-related research careers.

Candidates who are passionate about advancing treatments for muscular dystrophy and genetic diseases and contributing to innovative biomedical research are encouraged to apply. Applicants should submit a CV, a brief statement of research interests and career goals, and contact information for three references to toshifumi.yokota@ualberta.ca