Scientist (CMCF Beamlines)

at  Canadian Light Source Inc

The Canadian Light Source Inc. (CLSI) is a national research facility of the University of Saskatchewan. CLS produces very bright light to explore the nature and structure of molecules and serves national and international users from academia, industry, and government institutions.
CLSI is now accepting applications for a Scientist position at the Canadian Macromolecular Crystallography Facility (CMCF) within our Bio/Life Sciences department. The CMCF is an umbrella facility that operates two CMCF-ID and CMCF-BM beamlines at the CLSI. Both beamlines enable high-resolution structural studies of proteins, nucleic acids, and other macromolecules.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Essential:

• Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Biophysics, Structural Biology, or a closely related field.
• Experience with macromolecular crystallography techniques, including protein purification, crystallization, and data collection.
• Experience in operating and maintaining beamline instrumentation (highly desirable).
• Excellent data analysis skills, including experience with crystallographic software packages (e.g., XDS, CCP4, Phenix).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Publication record in peer-reviewed scientific journals.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Working flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, is a requirement of the position.

Desirable:

• Experience with specific techniques relevant to macromolecular crystallography (e.g., anomalous diffraction, serial crystallography).
• Experience with automation and scripting for beamline operation.
• Experience in user interaction and scientific support.
• Proficiency in a programming language (e.g., Python).

Salary: Salary Range is from $82,278 - $111,318 and will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Remuneration: Remuneration will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. A comprehensive benefits package, including supplemental health and dental insurance, life insurance, a pension plan, and four weeks’ vacation, is part of a competitive compensation package.
To Apply: Submit a cover letter, resume, and references in confidence online at www.lightsource.ca/careers. Applications will be accepted until May 20, 2024. While all applicants are thanked for their interest, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Canadian Light Source Inc. (CLSI) is an equal opportunities employer and encourages members of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities) to self-identify on their applications. One of our values is Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion and we strive to create a workforce that reflects our users and the community in which we live. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply, and we hope you will choose CLSI as your employer of choice. If you have any questions or concerns about accessible employment at CLSI, or to begin a confidential conversation about your individual accessibility or accommodation needs through our recruitment process, please contact us at jobs@lightsource.ca

• Provides user support to general users, Beam Team members, fee-for-service clients, and CLS staff.
• Beamline technical troubleshooting
• Prepares beamline documentation in written reports, guidelines, and logbooks, ensuring compliance with CLSI standards and other relevant codes, standards, and practices.
• Participates in the installation, maintenance, periodic upgrades and operation of beamline components.
• Participates in beamline quality assurance and preventative maintenance procedures for the safe and efficient operation of the beamline.
• Undertakes and oversees medium to large projects of high complexity on the beamline, providing scientific leadership within a project team.
• May provide expert technical review of beamtime proposals and input to the Peer Review Committee (PRC) concerning general user proposals.
• Develops recognized scientific expertise related to the beamline or equipment by establishing an approved research program (independently or collaboratively) in one of the research focus areas of health, agriculture, environment, or advanced materials, utilizing up to 20% of CLS resources (time, equipment, materials, beamtime).