Research Associate

McGill University; Canada; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading research university in Canada seeks a part-time bioinformatics researcher to work on metabolomics and data analysis. Responsibilities include developing workflows and algorithms, maintaining servers, and presenting results. A PhD and coding experience in multiple languages are required. This role offers a salary of $33.96/hour.

Benefits

Diversity and equity support

Accommodations for disabilities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant research experience.
• Experience with hardware and server maintenance.
• Effective communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-performance computing workflows for metabolomics data analysis.
• Develop deep learning algorithms for integrating multi-omics.
• Assist team members with data analytics tasks.
• Present findings at conferences.
• Lead or contribute to manuscript writing.

Skills

Bioinformatics

Multi-omics integration

Deep learning

Data analytics

Coding in R, Java, C++, or Python

Education

PhD in bioinformatics and metabolomics

Tools

Linux servers

Job description

Time left to apply: End Date: August 29, 2025 (5 days left to apply)

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Position Summary:

Dr. Jianguo (Jeff) Xia's lab focuses on leveraging bioinformatics, metabolomics, and systems biology to study the effects of biological (e.g., gut microbiome and helminths) and environmental factors on health and disease.

The incumbent will perform duties including, but not limited to:

1. Developing high-performance computing workflows for large-scale metabolomics data analysis.
2. Developing deep learning algorithms for multi-omics integration.
3. Maintaining servers and databases in a Linux environment.
4. Assisting team members with data analytics.
5. Presenting work at least once at a relevant conference.
6. Leading or contributing to manuscript writing.
7. Applying deep learning techniques and working with large language models.

Salary will depend on the candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications.

Qualifications:

• PhD in bioinformatics and metabolomics with at least 5 years of relevant research experience.
• Coding experience in at least two languages (R, Java, C++, or Python).
• Experience with hardware and server maintenance.

Additional Notes:

To work at McGill University, you must be authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in Quebec at the campus where the position is based.

McGill University conducts most activities in English, requiring effective communication skills in English, both verbally and in writing.

Additional Details:

Hourly Salary: $33.96

Hours per Week: 10 hours (Part-time), Wednesdays and Fridays

Location: Life Sciences Building

Supervisor: Professor

Position Start Date: September 1, 2025

Position End Date: August 31, 2026

Deadline to Apply: August 28, 2025

This position is covered by the AMURE collective agreement.

McGill is committed to diversity and equity, welcoming applications from all qualified candidates, including racialized persons, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and members of minority groups. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities upon request.

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