OUR TEAM
Lab lunch and celebration, Summer 2022
Principal Investigator: Peter J. Thompson, PhD
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Peter completed his BSc in Genetics and MSc in Molecular Biology at the University of Alberta. He went on to a PhD in Medical Genetics at the University of British Columbia where he studied epigenetic mechanisms of gene regulation in embryonic stem cells. He carried out his postdoctoral training at the Diabetes Center at University of California San Francisco, where he began applying his prior training in gene regulation and cell fate to investigate beta cell biology and diabetes. In 2020 he became an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physiology & Pathophysiology and a Principal Investigator in the Children’s Hospital Research Institute of Manitoba (CHRIM) at the University of Manitoba. Outside the lab, he enjoys resistance training, playing music, exploring the outdoors, checking out new restaurants and chess.
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Research Technician: Gabriel Brawerman, MSc
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Gabriel completed his BSc in Genetics (Honours) and MSc in Pharmacology and Therapeutics at the University of Manitoba. His thesis focused on the effects of Resveratrol supplementation in a gestational diabetic pregnancy to determine whether it would prevent adverse outcomes in the offspring. His MSc work has been published in the Journal of Physiology. After his MSc training, he was hired as a technician in the laboratory of Dr. Vern Dolinsky at CHRIM to further develop his skills and techniques. He is very excited to be joining the Thompson lab where he is hoping to learn many more techniques that will further his career as well as help students with their research goals. Outside the lab, he enjoys watching TV and soccer, following the news, listening to music, walking, video games, eating good food and hanging out with family and friends.
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Graduate student: Jasmine Pipella, BSc, Pbd
Jasmine completed her BSc with a major in Biochemistry from the University of Jamestown in June 2021. In September 2021, she joined the lab as a postbaccalaureate diploma (Pbd) student in the Department of Physiology & Pathophysiology for two terms of lab rotations in PHGY5012 and completed her Pbd in medical physiology & pathophysiology. In September 2022 she joined the lab as an MSc student. Jasmine's project will examine the effects of anti-CD3 monoclonal antibody therapy on senescent beta cell accumulation in a mouse model for T1D.
Lab Alumni.
Jasmine Manji, Summer Undergraduate Researcher, Summer 2022
Camille Prefontaine, Summer Undergraduate Research Assistant, Summer 2022
Jasmine Pipella, postbaccalaureate diploma student PHGY5012, Fall 2021-Winter 2022
Camille Prefontaine, Summer Undergraduate Research Assistant, Summer 2022
Jasmine Pipella, postbaccalaureate diploma student PHGY5012, Fall 2021-Winter 2022
Interested in joining the team? We're recruiting!
Research Technician position.
The Thompson Lab is currently seeking to recruit a junior Research Technician (RT) to start as early as November 2022. The RT will assist in lab operation, perform basic molecular/cell-based assays and will assist other team members in carrying out studies on mouse models. The RT position will only be available to Canadian Applicants. Please check back soon for updates on this position.
Research Associate position.
The Thompson Lab is currently seeking to recruit a Research Associate (RA) to start as early as November 2022. The RA will be expected to independently carry out research, manage lab operation, supervise students and contribute to knowledge translation efforts. The RA position will only be available to Canadian Applicants.
For details on this position and how to apply, please visit the UManitoba Careers page here.
For details on this position and how to apply, please visit the UManitoba Careers page here.
Postdoctoral Scholar position.
The Thompson Lab anticipates recruiting a postdoctoral scholar for Spring 2023 to work on projects related to beta cell senescence, immune signaling and T1D pathogenesis. The postdoctoral scholar will participate in a mentored research training program in islet biology and diabetes tailored for their desired career goal and consisting of independent research, supervision of students and knowledge translation. Please reach out directly to Dr. Thompson by email for details (peter.thompson@umanitoba.ca).
Graduate Student positions.
Two (2) graduate student positions are available in the Thompson Lab. For domestic applicants (Canada, US), the position(s) start May 2023. For international applicants, the position(s) start Sept 2023. The positions are for study towards either the MSc or PhD in Physiology. See additional details posted at UM grant funded student positions here and here.
Required Qualifications:
-BSc (Hons or Major) in Physiology, Immunology, Genetics, Cell Biology, Biochemistry or a related area
-Cumulative GPA at least 3.5 on a 4.5 UManitoba scale (B+); OR at least 4.0 on a 4.5 scale in last 2 years of full-time study
-Prior molecular/cell biology research experience (e.g. at least 1 summer research term)
-Evidence of research productivity and excellence (e.g. research poster presentations, oral presentations or publications)
-Excellent written and oral communication skills in English (for International applicants from non-English-speaking countries, IELTS score of 7.0 or higher)
To apply:
Please email Dr. Thompson (peter.thompson@umanitoba.ca) with your CV, transcripts from prior studies (BSc and MSc, if applicable, unofficial is fine), and contact information (email and phone) for 2 references. If you have previously emailed your application materials to Dr. Thompson during summer 2022, there is no need to email it again, it will be reviewed. However, applicants that do not provide all of the required materials (CV with references and transcripts) or applicants that do not meet the minimum required qualifications above will be removed from the pool.
Students should meet or exceed the required qualifications above in order to be admitted to the Physiology graduate program at UManitoba (see the guidelines here for more info: https://umanitoba.ca/explore/physiology-pathophysiology-msc).
Application deadline:
Nov 1, 2022.
Notification & Selection:
Short-listed applicants will be contacted directly by Dr. Thompson to arrange for interviews (typically over Zoom, or in-person if student is already in Winnipeg). Dr. Thompson welcomes applications from persons from diverse backgrounds and gender(s). International applicants are welcome to apply, but domestic applicants will be given priority.
Required Qualifications:
-BSc (Hons or Major) in Physiology, Immunology, Genetics, Cell Biology, Biochemistry or a related area
-Cumulative GPA at least 3.5 on a 4.5 UManitoba scale (B+); OR at least 4.0 on a 4.5 scale in last 2 years of full-time study
-Prior molecular/cell biology research experience (e.g. at least 1 summer research term)
-Evidence of research productivity and excellence (e.g. research poster presentations, oral presentations or publications)
-Excellent written and oral communication skills in English (for International applicants from non-English-speaking countries, IELTS score of 7.0 or higher)
To apply:
Please email Dr. Thompson (peter.thompson@umanitoba.ca) with your CV, transcripts from prior studies (BSc and MSc, if applicable, unofficial is fine), and contact information (email and phone) for 2 references. If you have previously emailed your application materials to Dr. Thompson during summer 2022, there is no need to email it again, it will be reviewed. However, applicants that do not provide all of the required materials (CV with references and transcripts) or applicants that do not meet the minimum required qualifications above will be removed from the pool.
Students should meet or exceed the required qualifications above in order to be admitted to the Physiology graduate program at UManitoba (see the guidelines here for more info: https://umanitoba.ca/explore/physiology-pathophysiology-msc).
Application deadline:
Nov 1, 2022.
Notification & Selection:
Short-listed applicants will be contacted directly by Dr. Thompson to arrange for interviews (typically over Zoom, or in-person if student is already in Winnipeg). Dr. Thompson welcomes applications from persons from diverse backgrounds and gender(s). International applicants are welcome to apply, but domestic applicants will be given priority.
Summer undergraduate student positions.
No positions are currently available. Please check back in January 2023 for updates on positions for Summer 2023.
