Research Assistant 2 (Dr. T. Coderre Lab)

at  McGill University

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Position Summary:

Under the direction of the immediate supervisor, the incumbent will:

• Design protocols within research objectives set by the Principal Investigator(PI) and the general direction of the project.
• Plan and develop research methodology.
• Co-ordinate breeding and genotype transgenic mice using RT-PCR.
• Assess rodent pain-related behavior and administer drug treatments.
• Prepare solutions (paraformaldehyde, phosphate buffer, perfusion buffer, hemotoxylin and safranin stains)
• Perform intra-cardiac perfusions of laboratory rodents.
• Perform immunohistochemistry experiments and relevant microscopy
• Perform Co-immuntoprecipitation and Western Blot
• Compile and analyze data.
• Use expertise and scholarly background to advance research and break new ground.
• Resolve conceptional problems in design(independently)
• Develop models and trouble shoots methods(independently)
• Write manuscripts or components of manuscripts.
• Works autonomously and focuses on research objectives while recognizing unanticipated opportunities in the course of a project.
• Assist in the technical training of of graduate and undergraduate students.
• Supports administrative functions of the laboratory (ordering equipment, supplies and chemicals, maintaining chemical inventories, ensuring lab safety, preparation of animal protocols.)

Qualifications:

Master’s degree with supervisory experience and experience in web-lab and microscopy techniques. Knowledge of basic computer software for data analysis, quantification and statistical analyses.

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Hourly Salary:
$30.75
Hours per Week:
35 (Full time)
Location:
Duff Medical Bldg.
Supervisor:
Professor
Position Start Date:
2024-10-21
Position End Date:
2025-12-31
Deadline to Apply:
2024-10-29
This position is covered by the Association of McGill University Research Employees (AMURE) collective agreement.
McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence,
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