Research Assistant - Guelph, Canada - University of Guelph

University of Guelph

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Guelph, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Position
in Microbiology/Molecular Biology at Canadian Research Institute for Food Safety (CRIFS)

Food Science Department, University of Guelph

The Canadian Research Institute for Food Safety (CRIFS) at the University of Guelph (Canada) is seeking applicants for one (1) Research Assistant position.

Research Assistant_WW (1 year position, with possibility of renewal)

We are seeking a highly motivated Microbiology and/or Molecular Biologist who will be involved in performing molecular assays and Next Generation Sequencing, as part of the Ontario Wastewater Surveillance Initiative which is a collaborative project involving microbiologists and public health officials who are conducting COVID-19 surveillance in wastewater to understand disease transmission.

Key Responsibilities:

Independently performs nucleic acid extraction from a variety of samples including environmental and food specimens, nucleic acid quantification, PCR amplification, qRTPCR, and library preparation for nextgeneration sequencing following established SOPs.
Analyze and upload data to databases, and prepare reports and manuscripts for publication, as well as attending meetings as required.
Ensures laboratory areas are clean and wellorganized.
Applies general technical knowledge and skills to perform routine, standardized laboratory research techniques and procedures.
Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications:

Knowledge and Skills:
Previous laboratory experience is also a must, specifically performing PCR and qPCR. NGS sequencing experience is an asset.

Education and Experience:
The successful applicant will have a B.Sc. in biology, biochemistry or related field. MSc degree is required. Experience working with complex samples is an asset.

Please Note:

All applicants must be residents in Canada.

Vaccines (COVID-19 and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types:
Full-time, Fixed term contract

Contract length: 12 months

Benefits:
Extended health care

Schedule:
Monday to Friday

Application deadline:

Job Types:
Full-time, Fixed term contract

Contract length: 12 months

Benefits: