Job Title: Fully funded 2-year MSc position to develop and validate a transgenic zebrafish line to quantify PFAS effects on pancreatic development and glucoregulatory function

Location: Ottawa, ON, CAN

Job Type: Graduate Student

Description: The Mennigen (University of Ottawa) and Bruin labs (Carleton University) are looking to recruit strong, highly motivated candidates for a MSc position to work on the development, validation and use of a transgenic zebrafish line to quantify PFAS effects on pancreatic development and glucoregulatory function. Experience in zebrafish husbandry, molecular biology, biochemistry and toxicology / New Approach Methodologies are assets but not mandatorily required. The position is available as of September 2026 until filled, with an alternative starting date possibility in January 2027. The Mennigen / Bruin labs are committed to fostering positive and inclusive work environments and work-life balance. Interested students are invited to submit an unofficial transcript, a recent CV, a brief statement of motivation, and the name of two references to jan.mennigen@uottawa.ca and jennybruin@cunet.carleton.ca.

Application Email Address: jan.mennigen@uottawa.ca

Company Name: University of Ottawa

Application Close Date: December 31, 2026