Dr. Marlene Oeffinger

Associate Professor

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Biography

Marlene Oeffinger is an Associate Professor at the University of Montreal, specializing in health and medical sciences, particularly in the regulation and dynamics of RNA maturation pathways. Her research focuses on understanding the temporal and spatial coordination of RNA maturation factors and identifying the underlying control mechanisms that lead to the processing, modification, and assembly of various RNAs in Saccharomyces cerevisiae and humans. Oeffinger combines proteomic, biochemical, and computational approaches to construct dynamic images of RNA maturation pathways in various cellular contexts and organisms, providing insight into how RNA maturation is connected to other cellular processes, including DNA damage detection and repair pathways, development, and the onset of diseases such as Alzheimer's disease and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). She has been involved in multiple research projects, securing funding from significant Canadian research institutes to further explore RNA-binding proteins and their roles in gene expression pathways.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2018-06-21 — Present

University of Montreal • Montreal, QC, Canada

Conducting research in RNA biology, teaching graduate and undergraduate courses, and supervising student research projects.

Requirements for University of Montreal

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree or equivalent
Application Checklist
  • Official transcripts
  • Birth certificate
  • Proof of French proficiency (B2 level)
  • CV/Resume
  • Two letters of recommendation
Specialization Notes

Most programs require French B2 level; specific departments may require C1 or C2.