Shyamala Dakshinamurti
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PhD Position in Physiology & Pathophysiology on Neonatal Pulmonary Biology University of Manitoba in Canada
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Physiology
Funding
The student will be supported to apply for scholarships. No stipend, tuition, or full funding details are explicitly stated in the post.
Deadline
Oct 1, 2026
Country
Canada
University
University of Manitoba
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About this position
PhD opportunity in Physiology & Pathophysiology at the University of Manitoba, joining the Neonatal Pulmonary Biology Lab at the Children’s Hospital Research Institute of Manitoba.
The lab studies circulatory transition and the effects of hypoxia on regulation of newborn pulmonary arterial relaxation and cardiac contraction. The project will be tailored to the selected student’s strengths, with an interdisciplinary approach spanning organism-to-molecule research, clinical relevance, research precision, teamwork, and science communication.
Degree level: PhD opening. Start date: ideally Jan 2027 for Canadian/US applicants or May 2027 for international applicants.
Eligibility highlights: MSc in biomedical sciences or a related field; converted GPA above 3.5/4.5; prior wet lab experience; cardiovascular physiology background and/or biochemistry/molecular biology experience are assets; strong time management, motivation, and ability to work independently.
Funding: the student will be supported to apply for scholarships, but the post does not specify a guaranteed stipend or full funding package.
How to apply: email a letter of interest, CV, and transcript to Shyamala Dakshinamurti by Sept 15. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a Zoom interview and asked for letters of reference. The complete application deadline to the University of Manitoba is Oct 1, 2026.
Funding details
The student will be supported to apply for scholarships. No stipend, tuition, or full funding details are explicitly stated in the post.
What's required
Applicants should have an MSc in biomedical sciences or a related field, a converted GPA above 3.5/4.5, prior wet lab experience, and strong time management, motivation, and ability to work independently. Cardiovascular physiology background and experience in biochemistry and/or molecular biology are assets.
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Professors
Professor of Pediatrics and Physiology
Canada
Research Interests
Pharmacology
Biochemistry
Endothelial Function
Ischemic Physiology
G Protein-coupled Receptor
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