Research Assistant - Montréal, Canada - Centre universitaire de santé McGill
Description
Organization description
Le Centre universitaire de santé McGill (CUSM) est un centre hospitalier universitaire intégré, reconnu à l'échelle internationale pour l'excellence de ses programmes cliniques, de sa recherche et de son enseignement.
Le CUSM a pour objectif d'assurer aux patients des soins fondés sur les connaissances les plus avancées dans le domaine de la santé et de contribuer au progrès des connaissances.
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
We are looking for an motivated individual to join a research laboratory which investigates the impact of genetics and nutrition on birth defects and liver disease.
The position involves the use of molecular and biochemical techniques to assist in studying mouse models of human disease. Experience with mice and embryo collection would be useful but not required.General Duties
- Participate in laboratory projects and experiments,
- Perform histological techniques such as tissue processing and embedding,
- Prepare stock solutions,
- Record results, perform calculations and compile data,
- Perform some statistical analyses of data,
- Contribute to figures and publications,
- Participate in general laboratory management tasks.
Education / Experience
Education:
Master's Degree
Field of Study:
any area of Life Sciences
Work Experience:
- Experience with some molecular biology techniques, ideally PCR,
- Previous experience working with animal models would be an asset.
Professional Membership:
- Yes No
Other Requirements:
- Able to work independently,
- Excellent organizational skills,
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well with others,
- Excellent communication skills,
- Motivated and resourceful.
Status:
Temporary Full-Time (35-hour workweek) 1 year renewable
Pay Scale:
$47,320 to $87,887.80 / Commensurate with education and experience
Work Shift:
Day shift
Work Site:
Glen
THIS IS NOT A HOSPITAL POSITION.
Equal Opportunity Employment Program
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