The University of Manitoba College of Pharmacy is one of Canada's eleven faculties/colleges of pharmacy. It is located on Bannatyne Campus in the state-of-the-art Apotex Centre, which features modern laboratories, teaching facilities, and student spaces. The University of Manitoba is a member of Canada's U15 group of research-Intensive universities.
Current Open Positions:
Staff Position: We are seeking a full-time (5 days/week) or a part-time (3 days/week) Research Assistant/Technician. The RA will (1) recruit participants for various clinical research projects (requires travel to various sites), (2) assist in writing research protocols and developing projects in REDCap/other databases, (3) draft human research ethics applications [previous experience at the University of Manitoba or at another Canadian institution or research facility is required for No. 1-3], (4) help with background research for grant submission, (5) help with biostatistical analysis and graphical presentation of data from clinical and online-based datasets, and (6) co-author publications and research reports [previous experience is an asset for No. 4-6].
Please e-mail [[email protected]] us a letter of interest highlighting your qualifications and your CV or resume so we can discuss the opportunity.
This is an on-site position at the University of Manitoba College of Pharmacy. An undergraduate degree is required. If you are not a Canadian citizen or PR, you must have a valid Canadian work permit (sponsorship is not available).
Undergraduate Students:
PharmD and U of M undergraduate students can apply to various summer student funding opportunities (e.g., UM Undergraduate Research Award (URA), College of Pharmacy PharmD Undergraduate Summer Research Experience).
https://rfhs.myjboard.io/jobs/97794270-ura-summer-student-clinical-pharmacogenetics
Research Interns:
Internship positions (local or international, onsite or remote) are open on a rolling basis.
Graduate Students:
We will recruit one graduate student (MSc/PhD) from biostatistics or bioinformatics background who is interested in quantitative and qualitative research methodologies (2026).
Prospective students/trainees are requested to contact Dr. Maruf via e-mail to inquire about open positions and potential fit in the lab. We will reply with interview details if you are considered for a position.
Current Priorities for Graduate Positions:
General Qualifications:
Funding: $20,000/year (MSc) and $25,000 (PhD). This includes tuition fees and living cost. Please note that if a student receives a major (e.g., Rady, UMGF, Research Manitoba, Vanier) scholarship, the scholarship amount will replace the stipend, and a top-up will be provided.
Tuition Fees: https://umanitoba.ca/registrar/tuition-fees/graduate
Check Section: All other master's programs >> 2023 - 2024 Full-time master's program fees.
**International MSc students with GPA >3.5 (out of 4.0) in the last two semesters typically get an entrance scholarship (IGSES) that covers the differential fees from local students (~$7,000).**
https://umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/funding/108.htm
Self-Funding: If you have received an external fund, it is possible to get support and admission for graduate studies. Please e-mail Dr. Maruf to discuss suitable projects. Please note ALL students must secure funding before getting admission to our college.
English Language Requirement: https://umanitoba.ca/graduate-studies/graduate-student-admissions/requirements#english-language-proficiency-requirements
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Please send the following (if available) for consideration:
Current Open Positions:
Staff Position: We are seeking a full-time (5 days/week) or a part-time (3 days/week) Research Assistant/Technician. The RA will (1) recruit participants for various clinical research projects (requires travel to various sites), (2) assist in writing research protocols and developing projects in REDCap/other databases, (3) draft human research ethics applications [previous experience at the University of Manitoba or at another Canadian institution or research facility is required for No. 1-3], (4) help with background research for grant submission, (5) help with biostatistical analysis and graphical presentation of data from clinical and online-based datasets, and (6) co-author publications and research reports [previous experience is an asset for No. 4-6].
Please e-mail [[email protected]] us a letter of interest highlighting your qualifications and your CV or resume so we can discuss the opportunity.
This is an on-site position at the University of Manitoba College of Pharmacy. An undergraduate degree is required. If you are not a Canadian citizen or PR, you must have a valid Canadian work permit (sponsorship is not available).
Undergraduate Students:
PharmD and U of M undergraduate students can apply to various summer student funding opportunities (e.g., UM Undergraduate Research Award (URA), College of Pharmacy PharmD Undergraduate Summer Research Experience).
https://rfhs.myjboard.io/jobs/97794270-ura-summer-student-clinical-pharmacogenetics
Research Interns:
Internship positions (local or international, onsite or remote) are open on a rolling basis.
- Clinical Data Analyst (Biostatistics/Bioinformatics background)
Graduate Students:
We will recruit one graduate student (MSc/PhD) from biostatistics or bioinformatics background who is interested in quantitative and qualitative research methodologies (2026).
Prospective students/trainees are requested to contact Dr. Maruf via e-mail to inquire about open positions and potential fit in the lab. We will reply with interview details if you are considered for a position.
Current Priorities for Graduate Positions:
- Have experience or interest in using large high dimensional data sets, including genomic data (i.e., array-based genotyping, CNV, sequencing) or transcriptomic data (i.e., RNA sequencing).
- Have experience or interest in clinical data collection, management (e.g., cleaning, linking), analysis (preparing detailed analytic plans using basic statistical methods), visualization, and interpretation.
General Qualifications:
- A bachelor's and/or master's degree (e.g., biomedical/health sciences/biostatistics/statistics/computer science)
- Excellent academic track record in the last two semesters (GPA > 3.7)
- Excellent English language skills (IELTS overall 7.0 with no band score < 6.5)
- A creative and proactive person who is passionate about research
- An ambitious team player who can also work independently
- A strong commitment to do research work full-time while pursuing the degree
Funding: $20,000/year (MSc) and $25,000 (PhD). This includes tuition fees and living cost. Please note that if a student receives a major (e.g., Rady, UMGF, Research Manitoba, Vanier) scholarship, the scholarship amount will replace the stipend, and a top-up will be provided.
Tuition Fees: https://umanitoba.ca/registrar/tuition-fees/graduate
Check Section: All other master's programs >> 2023 - 2024 Full-time master's program fees.
**International MSc students with GPA >3.5 (out of 4.0) in the last two semesters typically get an entrance scholarship (IGSES) that covers the differential fees from local students (~$7,000).**
https://umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/funding/108.htm
Self-Funding: If you have received an external fund, it is possible to get support and admission for graduate studies. Please e-mail Dr. Maruf to discuss suitable projects. Please note ALL students must secure funding before getting admission to our college.
English Language Requirement: https://umanitoba.ca/graduate-studies/graduate-student-admissions/requirements#english-language-proficiency-requirements
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Please send the following (if available) for consideration:
- Add a subject line: Research Position Inquiry
- A cover letter describing your research background, future research interests, and how your qualifications fit the criteria mentioned in one or more of Maruf Lab's research priorities or current open positions (as an attachment)
- Detailed academic CV with a list of 2 referees (as an attachment)
- Copy of bachelor and graduate-level transcripts (as an attachment)
- Copy of academic IELTS/TOEFL (Academic) results (as an attachment)
