Research Assistant, Cancer Research Unit

2 weeks ago


Saskatoon, Canada University of Saskatchewan Full time

**Research Assistant, Cancer Research Unit**:
**Primary Purpose**: The Next-Generation Sequencing Facility (NGSF) is a high-throughput sequencing facility jointly supported by the University of Saskatchewan College of Medicine and the Saskatchewan Cancer Agency. It was formed in 2019 and provides access to high-throughput sequencing technology and expertise. Services include nucleic acid isolation and QC, library preparation and sequencing, and data analysis.

**Nature of Work**: Reporting to the Research Officer, the Research Assistant will support all researchers that use the NGSF.

**Typical Duties or Accountabilities**:Responsibilities of the Research Assistant include, but are not limited to:

- Following standard operating procedures
- Isolating and assessing quality of DNA and RNA
- Carrying out quantitative real-time PCR analyses
- Constructing and assessing quality of sequencing libraries (WGS, RNA-Seq, ChIP-Seq, etc.)
- Running the KingFisher, TapeStation, and Illumina NextSeq and iSeq systems
- Contributing to the cleanliness and safety of the laboratory
- Maintaining reagent stock information
- Providing general assistance in all areas of the laboratory
- Supporting analysis of large sequencing and ‘omics datasets

**Education**: A Bachelor of Science degree, or similar credential, in biochemistry, molecular biology, genetics, or a related field is required.

**Experience**: Previous laboratory experience with molecular biology techniques, is required and expertise with “next-generation” sequencing or bioinformatics is preferred.
- DNA and RNA isolation from various sources, including cultured cells, tissues, and blood
- Sequencing library preparation
- PCR and qPCR
- TapeStation or Bioanalyzer
- Qubit Fluorometer
- Agarose gel electrophoresis
- Illumina sequencing instruments (especially NextSeq 550 and iSeq 100)

**Department**: Cancer Research Unit
**Status**: Term with the possibility of extension
**Employment Group**: Research Positions - Non-union
**Full Time Equivalent (FTE)**: 1.0
**Salary**: The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
**Posted Date**: 5/23/2023
**Closing Date**: 7/3/2023
**Number of Openings**:1
**Work Location**:On Campus

**Criminal Record Check**:Not Applicable
**Driver's License and Abstract Check**:Not Applicable
**Education/Credential Verification**:Not Applicable
**Vulnerable Sector Check**:Not Applicable

Please review the University of Saskatchewan's **health and safety requirements** for faculty, staff and students in consideration of the COVID-19 pandemic.


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