Research Associate

at  University of Alberta

Department Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry - Medicine Dept
Salary range $59,822 to $67,303
Posted date November 13, 2024
Closing date December 6, 2024
Position Type Full Time - Trust Funded

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• PhD in biochemistry, chemistry or biophysics or in a related field subject
• 4/5 years of postdoctoral experience encompassing broad protein interaction research

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Wide knowledge and experience of various protein expression models and strategies for working within them
• Working knowledge and experience in RNA production, purification and handling.
• Working knowledge and experience in working with multiple biophysical techniques and equipment, with a minimum proficiency in operation of fast-performance liquid chromatography (FPLC) machines and microscale thermophoresis (MST)
• Proven accomplishments in biophysical studies pertaining to protein-protein and/or protein-nucleic acid interactions
• Working experience in BL2 bio-containment laboratories
• Working experience in a range of cloning strategies
• Working knowledge and/or experience of molecular virology
• Working experience of computational design methods
• Ability to work independently as well as contributing to team development, including during the supervisor’s periodic absences from the lab
  This position has an anticipated start date in January 2025.
  At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.
  We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
  The University of Alberta is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women; First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; persons with disabilities; persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression; and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.
  Note: This opportunity will be available until midnight December 6, 2024, Edmonton, Alberta local time

• Designs and conducts experiments specifically as it relates to viral protein-nucleic acid interactions under the direction of the Principal Investigator
• Plans out research activity objectives in consultation with the Principal Investigator
• Keeps informed of evolving literature in the area(s) directly relating to the projects and proposes new areas of exploration, where appropriate
• Troubleshoots experimental protocols
• In consultation with the Principal Investigator, develops and documents research methods and protocols
• Assists with the preparation of manuscripts, research grant applications and/or contract proposals in conjunction with the Principal Investigator
• Presents research results at laboratory meetings, departmental seminars, scientific conferences, and related settings
• Fosters communication with off-campus partners, including sample shipments where applicable.
• Participates in the scientific oversight of the laboratory; assists the Principal Investigator in supervision of students, technicians, and other staff in the laboratory