Research Assistant (Research Institute)

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! Job DescriptionRESEARCH 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: Obstetrics and Gynecology/Child Health and Human Development The sex chromosomes influence gene regulation and loss of one of them has multiple phenotypic consequences. The project is to study the impact of monosomy X on chromatin organization using mouse models and includes chromatin immunoprecipitation and sequencing (ChIP-seq). General Duties

• Performing ChIP experiments on mouse cells/tissues,
• Conducting quantitative PCR,
• Basic lab work and maintenance,
• Working with literature, analysis of published data, bioinformatics databases,
• Contributing to manuscript writing, presentation and dissemination of project’s work.

Website of the organization https://rimuhc.ca/en Education / Experience Education: Master's Degree Field of Study: Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry, or related discipline. Work Experience: 2 years of experience required for the position. Required Skills

• Excellent knowledge of chemistry,
• Excellent mental math skills,
• Biochemical, molecular biology laboratory experience: basic techniques, PCR, DNA and RNA work,
• Basic knowledge of bioinformatics, working use of databases, such as NCBI, Ensembl, UCSC, etc,
• Working knowledge of Word, Excel, Power Point. Knowledge of R is an asset,
• Written and spoken English,
• Ability to work independently or with teams with minimum supervision,
• Organizing own work and work of others,
• Excellent work ethics.

Additional information Status: Temporary, part-time (14-21 hours) Pay Scale: $27.32 - $50.74/ per hour. Commensurate with education and experience Work Shift: Variable Schedule 2-3 days per week from 9 am to 5 pm Work Site: GLEN Site, 1001 boul. Decarie ***If you wish to include a cover letter, please attach it with your resume in one PDF document. *** Why work with us?

• 6 days of paid sick leave per year, which includes a maximum of 3 personal day,
• Vacation calculated on a pro-rata 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.ca/careers To learn more about our benefits, please visit http://rimuhc.ca/en/compensation-and-benefits 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 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, research.talent@muhc.mcgill.ca