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David Juncker

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PhD and Postdoc Positions in Bioengineering, Microfluidics, and Nanobiotechnology at McGill University (Canada Impact+ Award) McGill University in Canada

I am recruiting PhD students and postdocs for fully funded positions in bioengineering at McGill University (Canada Impact+ Award).

Keywords

Chemistry
Biomedical Engineering
Materials Science
Nanotechnology
Biology
Wearable Technology
Biophotonics
Medical Science
Immunoassay
Microfluidic
Hydrogel
bio engineering

Description

The Juncker Lab at McGill University, led by Professor David Juncker, is recruiting outstanding PhD students and postdoctoral fellows for nomination to the prestigious Canada Impact+ Research Training Award. This opportunity is open to candidates currently outside Canada and offers competitive funding: $40,000/year for three years for PhD students and $70,000/year for two years for postdocs. The research focus includes micro- and nanobioengineering, microfluidics (capillaries, open space microfluidics, microfluidic chain reaction), photopolymerization 3D printing, wearables, single extracellular vesicles (EVs), lipid nanoparticles (LNPs), biophotonics, hydrogel, and advanced immunoassays. The lab is known for its collaborative and supportive environment, with strong internal and external partnerships and a track record of successful spin-offs such as Nomie Bio and Sensoréal. Applicants should have a strong research background, creativity, curiosity, and interdisciplinary interests aligned with the lab's focus areas. Interest in entrepreneurship is considered a plus. PhD applicants must also apply to a McGill graduate program (e.g., BBME) and provide two letters of reference. Application materials include a cover letter, CV, 1-page project proposal, and transcripts, to be sent to [email protected]. The deadline for applications is January 10, 2026. For more details, visit the Juncker Lab webpage and the official government announcement. This award is part of a major Canadian initiative to recruit top international research talent in strategic areas such as advanced digital technologies, health, clean technology, environment, food and water security, democratic resilience, manufacturing, and defence technologies.

Funding

The Canada Impact+ Research Training Award provides $40,000 per year for three years for PhD students and $70,000 per year for two years for postdoctoral fellows. The award is fully funded and covers stipend; further details on tuition coverage are not specified but the award is competitive and prestigious.

How to apply

Send a cover letter, CV, 1-page project proposal, and transcripts to [email protected] with the subject 'Impact+ Postdoc' or 'Impact+ PhD'. PhD applicants must also apply to a McGill graduate program and provide two letters of reference. Visit the Juncker Lab webpage for more information.

Requirements

Applicants must be currently outside of Canada. PhD candidates must complete an official application for graduate studies at McGill University (e.g., BBME program) and provide two letters of reference. Both PhD and Postdoc applicants should be creative, curious, and self-driven, with a strong track record of research accomplishments, awards, and interdisciplinary interests in micro- and nanobioengineering. Interest in entrepreneurship is a plus. Application materials include a cover letter, CV, 1-page project proposal, and transcripts.

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