Laboratory Technician
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Do you want to work for a world-renowned research institute that pushes the boundaries of biomedical science and health research Right here in Montreal! At the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) you can be part of an organization focused on scientific discovery and innovation in patient-centered medicine. Join us today and make a difference!
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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: Child Health and Human Development Program Reproductive/Stem cell biology and Protein engineering
We are looking for a temporary lab technician with strong expertise in molecular biology and tissue culture. This is a full-time 6-month position to substitute a parental leave. The overall goal of our project is to generate a protein compound that modulate blood-testis barrier such that the efficiency of stem cell transplantation is improved. Some perspectives of our research can be found in:
- Song et al. (2024) Sci Rep 14 :2299
- Rajachandran et al. (2024) Cell Rep 42 :112737
- Gamero-Estevez et al. (2024) US Patent Nagano
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General Duties
Construct target expression constructs
Produce our target protein compounds
Apply the compounds to tissue culture
Immunological staining and image analysis
Optimize troubleshoot and adapt methodologies
Strong communication skills and team-work ability.
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Required Skills
Knowledge of French is required.
A basic knowledge of oral English and an intermediate knowledge of written English are required as the position requires regular contact as well as processing specific information with researchers or international students who are exclusively proficient in English. The position also requires complex writing or in-depth analysis of documents in English related to a research project.
Expertise in molecular biology techniques such as western blotting molecular cloning and immunoprecipitation
Expertise in cell culture and immunostaining and analyses
Excellent organizational skills
Punctuality
Excellent interpersonal skills
Enthusiasm and diligence.
Additional information
Status: Temporary full time (35-hour workweek)
Pay Scale: Commensurate with education and experience
Work Shift: Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm
Other: Personal situations will be considered.
Work Site: Glen Site 1001 Decarie Blvd.
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Why work with us
4-week vacation 5th week after 5 years
Bank of 12 paid days (personal days and days for sickness or family obligations)
13 paid statutory holidays
Modular group insurance plan (including gender affirmation coverage)
Telemedicine
RREGOP (defined benefit government pension plan)
Training and professional development opportunities
Child Care Centres
Corporate Discounts (OPUS Perkopolis)
Competitive monthly parking rate
Employee Assistance Program
Recognition Program
Flex work options and much more!
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Equal Opportunity Employment Program
The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity diversity and inclusion within its community. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who self-identify as members of racialized groups/visible minorities women Indigenous persons persons with disabilities ethnic minorities and 2SLGBTQIA persons. We also welcome candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may confidentially contact
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About Company
The McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) is a bilingual academic health network, and one of the largest and most modern in North America. We provide tertiary and quaternary care to the population of Montreal and Quebec. In other words, care that requires hospitalization, complex sur ... View more
