Research Assistant
2 weeks ago
**Position** **in Microbiology/Molecular Biology at Canadian Research Institute for Food Safety (CRIFS)**
**Food Science Department, University of Guelph**
The Canadian Research Institute for Food Safety (CRIFS) at the University of Guelph (Canada) is seeking applicants for one (1) Research Assistant position.
**Research Assistant_WW (1 year position, with possibility of renewal)**
We are seeking a highly motivated Microbiology and/or Molecular Biologist who will be involved in performing molecular assays and Next Generation Sequencing, as part of the Ontario Wastewater Surveillance Initiative which is a collaborative project involving microbiologists and public health officials who are conducting COVID-19 surveillance in wastewater to understand disease transmission.
**Key Responsibilities**:
- Independently performs nucleic acid extraction from a variety of samples including environmental and food specimens, nucleic acid quantification, PCR amplification, qRT-PCR, and library preparation for next-generation sequencing following established SOPs.
- Analyze and upload data to databases, and prepare reports and manuscripts for publication, as well as attending meetings as required.
- Ensures laboratory areas are clean and well-organized.
- Applies general technical knowledge and skills to perform routine, standardized laboratory research techniques and procedures.
- Performs other duties as required.
**Qualifications**:
**Knowledge and Skills**: Previous laboratory experience is also a must, specifically performing PCR and qPCR. NGS sequencing experience is an asset.
**Education and Experience**: The successful applicant will have a B.Sc. in biology, biochemistry or related field. MSc degree is required. Experience working with complex samples is an asset.
**Please Note**:
All applicants must be residents in Canada.
Vaccines (COVID-19 and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
**Job Types**: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months
Benefits: Extended health care
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Application deadline: 2024-02-23
**Job Types**: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months
**Benefits**:
- Extended health care
Flexible Language Requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
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