Research Associate (Research Institute)

McGill University Health Centre; Montreal; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious research institute as a full-time Research Associate, where you will work under the guidance of a leading clinician-scientist. This role focuses on advancing research in genetic white matter diseases and leukodystrophies. You will supervise student researchers, maintain iPSC cultures, and engage in innovative CRISPR technology applications. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research in a collaborative environment, making a significant impact on the understanding and treatment of CNS disorders. If you are passionate about scientific research and eager to contribute to meaningful projects, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Expertise in iPSCs and CNS cell cultures is essential.
• Experience in CRISPR technology and grant writing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and train student researchers in the lab.
• Maintain cultures of iPSCs and generate CRISPR edited lines.
• Contribute to grant writing and overall iPSC Platform supervision.

Skills

iPSCs expertise

CNS cell cultures

CRISPR technology

Grant writing

Education

MD or MSc in relevant field

Tools

Laboratory equipment for cell culture

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
The MyeliNeuroGene Research Laboratory, directed by Dr. Genevieve Bernard, MD, MSc, a clinician-scientist, is looking for a motivated person to fill the position of full-time Research Associate. The team specializes in genetic white matter diseases, leukodystrophies, and related disorders. Under the direction of the principal investigator, the candidate participates in the execution of various activities including expertise in iPSCs, OPCs, OLs, organoids, and other CNS cell cultures. The incumbent is also expected to contribute to grant writing.

General Duties

1. Supervise and train student researchers;
2. Supervise the overall iPSC Platform;
3. Maintain cultures of iPSCs and differentiated cell types;
4. Generate CRISPR edited iPSC lines;
5. Contribute to grant writing.