Research Associate- Limited Term

2 weeks ago

Toronto, Ontario, Canada University of Toronto Full time

Date Posted:06/01/2023

Req ID:31100

Faculty/Division:
Faculty of Dentistry

Department:
Faculty of Dentistry

Campus:
St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description:

Description:

About us:

Exciting new advances and global challenges are radically reshaping the field of dentistry.

Our vision at the Faculty of Dentistry at the University of Toronto is to not just address and respond to these changes - but to thoughtfully and conscientiously shape the field of the future.


With our robust and comprehensive educational training programs (DDS, MSc, PhD degrees, IDAPP and other specialty programs), our emphasis on community outreach and care, and our internationally known and interdisciplinary research mission, the Faculty of Dentistry at the University of Toronto continues to earn its reputation as one of the top dental schools in North America.

Throughout more than 145 years of dental education - the oldest, largest and most comprehensive training program in Canada - we have striven to graduate the highest quality of students while providing the public the highest standards of care.


We are driving by our vision to improve health by advancing dentistry through inspired leadership, innovation, and excellence in education, research and practice.


Your Opportunity:

Your responsibilities include:

  • Conducts research in soft tissue inflammation under the direction of Dr. Christopher A. McCulloch.
  • Carries out independent research projects within the group and uses specialized expertise in the field of extracellular matrix remodeling and soft tissue inflammation to contribute to highly networked team projects and to collaborate with existing team members
  • The Research Associate is responsible for the daytoday functions within the laboratory to ensure that project milestones are achieved on time and performed with respect to current University standards of training, documentation, and instrumentation.
  • Provides direction within the research group on technical matters and remains current on the research of current principles and theories. Uses previous experience to mentor students and other lab staff in research conduct and protocols. Coordinates lab activities and synergizes with other lab managers.
  • Provides integration of activities with collaborating biochemistry groups in Poland and USA.
  • Coordinates integration and planning of joint research activities with researchers in other universities (e.g., Penn, Syracuse) and demonstrates an ability to organize transborder meetings, research visits, and detailed research plans.
  • Promotes good communication and teamwork to ensure flexibility in the workplace and cooperation with scientists in the Faculty of Dentistry and other, external researchers.
  • Develops and presents material for publication of peerreviewed scientific manuscripts using clearly written language. Relies on demonstrated of graphical communications skills to effectively express complex scientific concepts.
  • Communicates research project findings through research seminars and conferences.
  • Organizes, coordinates, and moderates webinars and seminars promoting fibrosis research field and outcome.
  • Assists with drafting of grant proposals, grant budgets, and submissions
  • Provides direction and oversight to research staff and/or trainees on technical matters. Should demonstrate ability to instruct, supervise and manage young research trainees from a broad array of backgrounds and to work with trainees who do not necessarily have the required expertise to perform the expected research
  • Supervise students at all stages, graduate and undergraduate students.
  • Works with trainees to encourage independent study and assist them with data analysis and research presentations.
  • Provides BL2 and laboratory biosafety training, their reports, and documentation.
  • Develops guidelines, procedures, and standards (SOP).

Essential Qualifications:

  • Ph.
D. in biological sciences or molecular biology and with a minimum of four years of post-doctoral training

  • Indepth knowledge in cytoskeletal protein biochemistry, structure, and intracellular and/or extracellular functions.
  • Minimum of three years of experience in recombinant cytoskeletal protein expression and purification with an NGC Chromatography System.
  • Detailed experience with confocal imaging (Zeiss LSM880, Leica SP8), highresolution microscopy (STED), Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM), and widefield microscopy.
  • Advanced research experience in biochemical techniques including western blot, dot blot, IP, and mass spectrometry.
  • Practical experience in conducting flow cytometry analyses. Direct experience with research using the Sony SA3800 Spectral Analyzer is preferred.
  • Design and execute experiments to characterize tissue destruction in chronic inflammation driven by cytoskeletal proteins.
  • Develop, improve, and optimize various SOPs and study protocols to support projects of lab members and external colla

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