Vascular and Renal Health in Chronic Hypoparathyroidism

Description

The research team of Claudia Gagnon, endocrinologist and clinician-scientist at the Research Center of CHU de Québec – Université Laval, is seeking a motivated student to undertake a Master's degree in clinical research focusing on hypoparathyroidism, a rare endocrine disease affecting calcium metabolism and leading to several complications, including renal, cardiovascular, and bone complications, which significantly impact patients' quality of life.

The project aims to characterize the profile of renal and vascular complications in participants with chronic hypoparathyroidism in order to improve understanding of the disease's pathophysiology and optimize disease management strategies. The project will take place in a multidisciplinary translational clinical research environment.

Scientific Responsibilities
- Development of the study protocol
- Implementation and management of data collection
- Analysis of real-world clinical data
- Evaluation of renal, metabolic, bone, and other complications
- Writing of a Master's thesis in article format within Université Laval's required timeline

Project Implementation
The student must be enrolled in a Master's program at the Faculty of Medicine of Université Laval. The Master's program must be completed in Quebec City, primarily in person at the CHU de Québec Research Center – Université Laval (CHUL site).

Research Field

- Chronic hypoparathyroidism
- Clinical research
- Endocrinology
- Renal and vascular complications
- Rare diseases

Research Supervisor

Claudia Gagnon

Research Environment

CRCHU de Québec-Laval University

The CHU de Québec–Université Laval Research Center is one of the largest hospital-based research centers in Canada. Affiliated with Université Laval, it brings together more than 500 researchers, clinician-scientists, and research professionals working in a multidisciplinary environment at the forefront of biomedical innovation.

Research activities span several major fields, including neuroscience, oncology, infectious and immune diseases, cardiovascular and respiratory health, as well as regenerative medicine and genomics. The center provides a dynamic scientific environment, state-of-the-art technological platforms, and numerous opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration.

Joining the CHU de Québec–Université Laval Research Center as a master's student offers the opportunity to develop advanced research skills while contributing to projects that have a direct impact on patient care and health outcomes.

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Financial Aid Available by Program of Study

Master's Degree in Clinical and Biomedical Sciences with thesis

Program description

Financial Aid Available*

Financial Aid Related to Research Project

$21000 per year for 1 year.

$21,000 per year – up to 2 years possible
First year guaranteed: Renewal based on academic progress and scholarship applications

Program-Specific Financial Aid

Graduate Studies Awards

Milestone	Amount
First submission of thesis by the end of the 5th semester of full-time registration	$2,000
Language training	$250
Total	$2,250

Université Laval: Student Financial Aid

Sources de financement	Montant
Leadership and Comittment Scholarship (Canadians & permanent residents)	$10,000
Citizens of the World Scholarship (International students)	$20,000
Mobility Grant for Out-of-Province Internships or Research Visits (in French)	$1,500 to $3,000
Graduate Scholarships from Granting Agencies	$20,000 to $27,000
Online Directory of Graduate Scholarships (in French)	$500 to $50,000

_{* Amounts shown represent maximum financial aid available. Certain conditions apply. Subject to change without prior notice. For further information, contact sponsoring organizations directly.}

Master's Degree in Epidemiology - Clinical Epidemiology with thesis

Program description

Financial Aid Available*

Financial Aid Related to Research Project

$21000 per year for 1 year.

$21,000 per year – up to 2 years possible
First year guaranteed: Renewal based on academic progress and scholarship applications

Program-Specific Financial Aid

Graduate Studies Awards

Milestone	Amount
First submission of thesis by the end of the 5th semester of full-time registration	$2,000
Language training	$250
Total	$2,250

Université Laval: Student Financial Aid

Sources de financement	Montant
Leadership and Comittment Scholarship (Canadians & permanent residents)	$10,000
Citizens of the World Scholarship (International students)	$20,000
Mobility Grant for Out-of-Province Internships or Research Visits (in French)	$1,500 to $3,000
Graduate Scholarships from Granting Agencies	$20,000 to $27,000
Online Directory of Graduate Scholarships (in French)	$500 to $50,000

_{* Amounts shown represent maximum financial aid available. Certain conditions apply. Subject to change without prior notice. For further information, contact sponsoring organizations directly.}

Master's Degree in Epidemiology with thesis

Program description

Financial Aid Available*

Financial Aid Related to Research Project

$21000 per year for 1 year.

$21,000 per year – up to 2 years possible
First year guaranteed: Renewal based on academic progress and scholarship applications

Program-Specific Financial Aid

Graduate Studies Awards

Milestone	Amount
First submission of thesis by the end of the 5th semester of full-time registration	$2,000
Language training	$250
Total	$2,250

Université Laval: Student Financial Aid

Sources de financement	Montant
Leadership and Comittment Scholarship (Canadians & permanent residents)	$10,000
Citizens of the World Scholarship (International students)	$20,000
Mobility Grant for Out-of-Province Internships or Research Visits (in French)	$1,500 to $3,000
Graduate Scholarships from Granting Agencies	$20,000 to $27,000
Online Directory of Graduate Scholarships (in French)	$500 to $50,000

_{* Amounts shown represent maximum financial aid available. Certain conditions apply. Subject to change without prior notice. For further information, contact sponsoring organizations directly.}

Master's Degree in Microbiology-Immunology with thesis

Program description

Financial Aid Available*

Financial Aid Related to Research Project

$21000 per year for 1 year.

$21,000 per year – up to 2 years possible
First year guaranteed: Renewal based on academic progress and scholarship applications

Program-Specific Financial Aid

Graduate Studies Awards

Milestone	Amount
First submission of thesis by the end of the 5th semester of full-time registration	$2,000
Language training	$250
Total	$2,250

Université Laval: Student Financial Aid

Sources de financement	Montant
Leadership and Comittment Scholarship (Canadians & permanent residents)	$10,000
Citizens of the World Scholarship (International students)	$20,000
Mobility Grant for Out-of-Province Internships or Research Visits (in French)	$1,500 to $3,000
Graduate Scholarships from Granting Agencies	$20,000 to $27,000
Online Directory of Graduate Scholarships (in French)	$500 to $50,000

_{* Amounts shown represent maximum financial aid available. Certain conditions apply. Subject to change without prior notice. For further information, contact sponsoring organizations directly.}

Master's Degree in Public Health with thesis

Program description

Financial Aid Available*

Financial Aid Related to Research Project

$21000 per year for 1 year.

$21,000 per year – up to 2 years possible
First year guaranteed: Renewal based on academic progress and scholarship applications

Program-Specific Financial Aid

Graduate Studies Awards

Milestone	Amount
First submission of thesis by the end of the 5th semester of full-time registration	$2,000
Language training	$250
Total	$2,250

Université Laval: Student Financial Aid

Sources de financement	Montant
Leadership and Comittment Scholarship (Canadians & permanent residents)	$10,000
Citizens of the World Scholarship (International students)	$20,000
Mobility Grant for Out-of-Province Internships or Research Visits (in French)	$1,500 to $3,000
Graduate Scholarships from Granting Agencies	$20,000 to $27,000
Online Directory of Graduate Scholarships (in French)	$500 to $50,000

_{* Amounts shown represent maximum financial aid available. Certain conditions apply. Subject to change without prior notice. For further information, contact sponsoring organizations directly.}

Desired Profile

- Administration, Organizational Information Systems, and Human Resource Management
- Support and social services
- Health
- Medecine
- Occupational Therapy
- Speech Therapy
- Physiotherapy
- Biomedical Science
- Medical Microbiology
- Biochemistry
- Biology
- Mathematics, Statistics and Actuarial Science
- Clinical Immunology and Allergy
- Statistic
- Epidemiology
- Microbiology

Requirements and Conditions

We are seeking a motivated individual with training in a field related to healthcare and an interest in endocrinology, clinical research, and rare diseases.

Required Skills
- Strong proficiency in scientific English
- Strong scientific analytical skills
- Interest in clinical research

Assets
- Research experience
- Scientific writing experience

Required Documentation

- Curriculum vitæ
- Student transcript

Interested candidates are invited to submit:
- Academic CV
- Letter of motivation
- University transcripts
- Contact information for academic references

Find Out More

Sandrine Hegg
Coordonnatrice de recherche
École des sciences de la réadaptation
sandrine.hegg-deloye@crchudequebec.ulaval.ca