Research Associate

3 weeks ago


Montréal, Canada McGill University Full time

Please refer to the

job aid for instructions on how to apply.

Department of Chemistry (Professor Masad Damha)

Position Summary:
The Research Associate in Oligonucleotide Chemistry will be responsible for developing methods for the chemical and enzymatic synthesis of oligonucleotides (DNA, RNA) and their analogues at McGill University Department of Chemistry under the supervision of Prof. Masad J. Damha. The incumbent is expected to work

collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team to support the progression of oligonucleotide synthesis. We are searching for an enthusiastic individual who is self-driven with a proven track record of scientific excellence with demonstrated success in research. Responsibilities will include:

- Carry out oligonucleotide synthesis on solid supports (small and large scale, including high-throughput syntheses).
- Solution-phase synthesis of nucleosides and nucleotides and derivatives.
- Purification and characterization of products (HPLC, PAGE, UV, NMR, CD)
- Conduct in vitro, and cell-based assays
- Participate in grant proposal, and patent writing
- Work with and assist graduate and undergraduate students
- Participate and present at group meetings

Qualifications:

- Solution phase synthesis of sugars, nucleosides, phosphoramidite building blocks, nucleoside triphosphates, linkers, and other related compounds, particularly fluorinated nucleosides.
- Solid phase synthesis and purification of RNA, DNA, and modified oligonucleotides.
- Measurement and interpretation of NMR spectra (1H, 13C, 19F, 31P); assignment of signals for the new compounds.
- Analysis of MS- and LC/MS-spectra of the new nucleosides and

oligonucleotides.
- Measurement and interpretation of UV-Vis and CD spectra of modified oligonucleotide sequences paired to complementary DNA or RNA.
- Molecular dynamic calculations of nucleic acids
- Development of an assay to monitor enzymatic activities.
- Proficiency in PCR, and biotin-streptavidin purifications.
- Glovebox manipulations.

Experience and education: PhD degree in Bioorganic Chemistry, including postdoctoral and/or industrial experience.

How to Apply:

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Hourly Salary:

$28.44
- Hours per Week:

- 35 (Full time)
- Location:

- Pulp&Paper Rsrch Ctr
- Supervisor:

- Professor
- Position Start Date:

- 2023-01-13
- Position End Date:

- 2024-02-28
- Deadline to Apply:

- 2023-01-23
- ._


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