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Do you want to work for a worldrenowned 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 (RIMUHC) you can be part of an organization focused on scientific discovery and innovation in patientcentered medicine. Join us today and make a difference!
Job Description
RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF THE MUHC
The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RIMUHC) is a worldrenowned 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 RIMUHC is supported in part by the Fonds de recherche du Qubec Sant (FRQS).
Position summary
Department / Research Program: Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RIMUHC) / Cancer Research Program
Laboratory of Dr. Joanna Przybyl an earlycareer Principal Investigator of the Cancer Research Program is seeking a Data Analyst to participate in translational cancer research. Research program of Dr. Przybyl aims to resolve diagnostic and therapeutic challenges in the treatment of patients with sarcoma. More specifically laboratory of Dr. Przybyl develops novel clinically applicable liquid biopsy (circulating tumor DNA and extracellular vesicles) assays for patients with sarcoma. The group of Dr. Przybyl also applies multiomic (genomic transcriptomic proteomic and methylome) highthroughput methods to discover new diagnostic markers and therapeutic targets in sarcomas.
The incumbent will build bioinformatic pipelines analyze the highthroughput data and interpret the results using statistical techniques. The selected candidate will be developing and implementing data analyses and acquiring data from primary or secondary data sources and maintaining databases.
General Duties
The selected candidate will have the following responsibilities analyzing a variety of highthroughput data (next generation sequencing data microarray data):
Participates in designing studies and recommending analytical strategies
Performs literature review to learn about gold standard data analysis methods
Cleans datasets and codes and manages data
Writes scripts runs analyses and visualizes data
Solves problems regarding data analysis
Troubleshoots and adapts published methodologies
Prepares data for a variety of projects and creates figures for papers posters and more
Supervises and trains several trainees in their quantitative research projects
Works on research protocols and grants to be submitted to federal / provincial / others funders and ethics committees
Presents their work at internal and potentially local national and international meetings
Accomplishes any other related tasks as required by the immediate supervisor.
Website of the organization
Education / Experience
Education: Bachelors Degree
Field of Study: Computer science (bio)statistics biomedical fields or similar
Other education considered an asset for this position:
Masters Degree in (bio)statistics Computer science Biomedical fields or similar
Work Experience: 2 years
Professional Membership: Yes No
Required Skills
Must have demonstrable experience in programming in R Python and Unix/bash
Proficiency in study design/development and data models
Experience analyzing highthroughput genomic epigenomic and transcriptomic data (e.g. microarray data next generation sequencing data) supported by published peerreviewed studies
Adept at queries writing reports and making presentations
Attention to detail and accuracy
Good analytical and logic skills
Autonomy (with minimum supervision after appropriate training) initiative creativity curiosity
Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word Excel Power Point and Outlook).
To be considered candidates are to provide in ONE COMBINED PDF FILE:
Cover letter (including description of competencies experience productivity and specific interest in this position)
CV
Contact information for 2 references.
Additional information
Status: Temporary full time 35hour workweek)
Pay Scale: Commensurate with education and work experience. $48503.00 $90090.00.
Work Shift: Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm
Work Site: GLEN Site 1001 boul. Decarie
***To be considered candidates are to provide in a single combined PDF:***
Cover letter (including description of competencies experience productivity and specific interest in this position)
CV
Contact information for 2 references.
Why work with us
***FOR FULLTIME ***
4week 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!
***FOR PARTTIME 15 to 34 HOURS)***
6 days of paid sick leave per year which includes a maximum of 3 personal day
Vacation calculated on a prorata basis based on a percentage of your salary
Modular group insurance plan (including gender affirmation coverage)
RREGOP government pension plan (defined benefit plan)
5.3 of your gross earnings will be added to your paycheque in lieu of statutory holidays.
https://rimuhc/careers
To learn more about our benefits please visit http://rimuhc/en/compensationandbenefits
THIS IS NOT A HOSPITAL POSITION.
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 selfidentify 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
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
