Research Associate - Pharmacochemistry (Research Institute)

McGill University Health Centre; Montreal; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in biomedical research is seeking a talented individual to join their innovative team. This role focuses on developing new treatment approaches for glioblastoma, involving the synthesis of multifunctional molecules and advanced analysis techniques such as mass spectrometry imaging. The successful candidate will contribute to groundbreaking research that aims to improve patient outcomes. If you have a passion for medicinal chemistry and are eager to make a significant impact in the field, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• PhD in medicinal chemistry or equivalent required.
• Experience in mass spectrometry bioanalysis is essential.

Responsibilities

• Synthesize multifunctional molecules for glioblastoma treatment.
• Analyze molecules' ability to cross the blood-brain barrier.

Skills

Practical Organic Synthesis

NMR Analysis

LC-MS Analysis

Mass Spectroscopy Imaging

Knowledge of Spatial Omics

Knowledge of Proteomics

Education

PhD in Medicinal Chemistry

Equivalent Degree

Tools

Mass Spectrometry

Job description

RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF THE MUHC
The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) is a world-renowned biomedical and hospital research centre. Located in Montreal, Quebec, the Institute is the research arm of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at McGill University. The RI-MUHC is supported in part by the Fonds de recherche du Québec - Santé (FRQS).

Position summary
Department / Research Program: MeDiC

The project seeks to develop a new treatment approach for glioblastoma. In this role, the successful candidate will be responsible for the synthesis of multifunctional molecules and analyzing their ability to cross the blood-brain barrier using several techniques including mass spectrometry imaging. The incumbent must have a PhD in medicinal chemistry or equivalent with experience in mass spectrometry bioanalysis.

General Duties

1. Ability to perform practical organic synthesis.
2. Ability to perform and analyze NMR experiments.
3. Ability to perform LC-MS analysis and mass spectroscopy imaging.
4. Knowledge of spatial omics and proteomics is an asset.