Posting
RESEARCH ASSOCIATE
Position Title:
Part-time Research Associate
Hiring Unit:
Department of Physiology
Supervisor:
Dr. Ursula Stochaj
Work Location:
McIntyre Building room 1115
Hours/Week & Schedule:
15 hours/week- Mon/Wed/Fri (9h00 – 14h00)
Hourly Wage:
$24.19
Planned Start Date & End Date:
Start date: 01 June 2015
possibility of extension
Date of Posting:
13 May 2015
Deadline to Apply:
20 May 2015
End date: 31 May 2017 with
PRIMARY DUTIES
The Research Associate will work on a project that addresses the biology of the nucleus under different
physiological conditions. The project focuses on the development and use of nanosensors to interrogate
changes in cell physiology.
The successful candidate will:
- Conceive, design and introduce innovative experimental approaches related to nanosensors,
establish and improve protocols for the development of nanosensors;
- Coordinate experiments, collect, analyze and interpret data derived from experiments; discuss
findings with colleagues and collaborators;
- Prepare progress reports
- Attend journal club
- Write scientific part of grant applications
- Prepare first draft of manuscript to be published in high impact factor peer-review journal
- Present findings at scientific meetings
- Mentor and supervise lab personnel: undergraduate and graduate students as well as
Postdoctoral Fellows
- Lead all aspects and ensure its movement toward completion of the project;
Develop his/her own ideas toward an independent research position
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
PhD degree in Physiology or Pharmacology and at least five (5) years of research experience.
OTHER QUALIFYING SKILLS & ABILITIES
Strong expertise in morphology and biochemistry of cellular organelles; background in nanotechnology;
cell culture; quantitative microscopy; image analysis; knowledge and application of imaging software .
HOW TO APPLY
Please submit your application to:
Please submit your CV to Hélène Duplessis, Human Resources Administrator, AEC 10, Faculty of
Medicine at: helene.duplessis@mcgill.ca
McGill University is committed to equity in employment and diversity. It welcomes applications from
indigenous peoples, visible minorities, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, women, persons of
minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and others who may contribute to further diversification.