A postdoctoral position is available immediately in the Vectored Vaccine Group led by Dr. Suresh Tikoo for an ongoing project to work on the molecular biology of animal adenoviruses with emphasis on their development as vectors for vaccine delivery and human gene therapy. Candidates should have a Ph.D. with a strong background in molecular biology. Experience with molecular techniques in virology and virus vectoring is desirable.

The Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization (VIDO) is a research institute at the University of Saskatchewan. VIDO’s research activities are focused on multidisciplinary approaches to the control of infectious diseases in animals and humans through the development of novel vaccines and therapeutics, and methods for their use. The Organization provides a stimulating collaborative environment in a variety of disciplines, including molecular microbiology, immunology, genomics and proteomics, cell biology and clinical research. The successful candidate will be expected to work in a team-based research environment.

Interested candidates should direct applications, including a curriculum vitae and three names of references to:

Human Resources

Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization

20 Veterinary Road

Saskatoon, SK

S7N 5E3

Fax: (306) 966-7478

E-Mail: joyce.sander@usask.ca or contact Suresh Tikoo at Suresh.tik@usask.ca

The University is committed to Employment Equity. Members of Designated Groups (women, aboriginal people, people with disabilities and visible minorities) are encouraged to self-identify on their applications.