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Université Laval

PhD in Functional Genetics and Genomics of Cardiovascular Diseases Université Laval in Canada

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Computer Science

Funding

Full funding available

Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

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Canada

University

Université Laval

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Keywords

Computer Science
Molecular Biology
Biomedical Engineering
Biology
Functional Genomics
Medical Science
Transcriptional Regulation
Chromatin Biology
Rna-seq
Genetic
Statistics
Bioinformatic

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PhD opportunity in Functional Genetics and Genomics of Cardiovascular Diseases at Université Laval, Canada.

The laboratory of Dr. Patrick Mathieu at the Centre de recherche, Institut universitaire de cardiologie et pneumologie (IUCPQ), Université Laval, is recruiting a motivated doctoral student to study the genetic and molecular mechanisms underlying cardiovascular diseases, including aortic stenosis and coronary artery disease.

This project focuses on non-coding regulatory elements, genetic variants, gene expression control, chromatin regulation, enhancers, and 3D genome organization. The lab uses modern genomic and molecular approaches such as ChIP-seq, ATAC-seq, HiChIP, Hi-C, CRISPRi perturbation screens, qRT-PCR, western blotting, and cell culture, with an emphasis on human primary cardiac/valve cells and patient-derived tissues.

Ideal candidates should hold a master’s degree in biomedical sciences, biology, biochemistry, microbiology, or bioinformatics (or equivalent). Strong knowledge of cell and molecular biology, solid wet-lab skills, analytical thinking, autonomy, and excellent scientific communication in English and French are expected. Experience or strong interest in bioinformatics, genomic data analysis (ChIP-seq, ATAC-seq, GWAS, RNA-seq, 3D genome), and programming in Bash, R, or Python is an advantage.

The position is supported by public funding from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR). The starting date is 2027-01-04, and the application deadline is 2026-09-30.

For more information, see the IUCPQ research center, the Université Laval PhD program in Molecular Medicine, and the Patrick Mathieu lab website.

Funding details

Full funding including tuition fees and living expenses is available for this position. The scholarship covers all educational costs and provides a monthly stipend.

How to apply

Please submit your application including a cover letter, CV, academic transcripts, and contact information for two references. Applications should be sent via the online portal before the deadline.

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