McGill University

Postdoctoral Researcher

Parasitology Bldg. Full time

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Position available in Prof. Reza Salavati's lab, at Macdonald Campus, McGill University.

Position Summary:
The postdoc will contribute to the D2R (Data-to-Reality) applied research program aimed at developing novel data-driven protocols, pipelines, and validation strategies for real-world deployment. Work includes method development, reproducible workflows, data curation, and experimental design to support multi-project integration under the D2R umbrella. This project will develop the postdoc’s expertise in applied AI/data workflows, interdisciplinary collaboration, reproducible science, experimental planning, project management, and dissemination of scientific outputs. The postdoc will gain experience leading data-centric experiments and contributing to high-impact deliverables in an industry-aligned environment.


Qualifications:
Group C (Unionized) Postdoctoral Researchers are Research Fellows recognized by the Quebec government employed at McGill with a valid Doctoral degree (PhD or MD) for a maximum of 5 years after obtaining their Doctoral Degree.

Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.

McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are conducted in the English language, thereby requiring English communication both verbally and in writing.

Annual Salary:

$48,000.00

Hours per Week:

35 (Full time)

Location:

Parasitology Bldg.

Supervisor:

Professor

Position Start Date:

2026-01-01

Position End Date:

2027-09-30

Deadline to Apply:

2025-12-15

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