Research Associate

3 days ago


Edmonton, Canada University of Alberta Full time

**MED Dentistry**:

- Competition No.

**A104452635D1**
- Closing Date

**Apr 17, 2024**

This position is a part of the Association of the Academic Staff of the University of Alberta (AASUA).

In accordance with the Trust/Research Academic Staff Agreement, this position offers a comprehensive benefits package found on our Benefits Overview page and annual salary range of $59,822 - $74,785. This position has an end date of March 31, 2025.

**Location** - Work primarily takes place at North Campus Edmonton.

**Working for the University of Alberta**
- The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all First Peoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community._

The University of Alberta is teeming with change makers, community builders, and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to more than 40,000 students in 200+ undergraduate and 500+ graduate programs, over 13,000 faculty and staff, 260,000 alumni worldwide and have been recognized as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers for over a decade.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross section of people—from our students and stakeholders, to our renowned researchers and innovators who are quite literally curing diseases, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger, and more just.

**Position**

Applies extensive immunological and cellular biology knowledge, performs high-level, complex research activities under the direction of a Principal Investigator. Initiates novel research ideas for impactful discoveries under the PI’s direction.

**Duties**
- Participates in the scientific oversight of the laboratory; assists the Principal Investigator in supervision of students, technicians, and other staff in the laboratory
- Participates in day to day operation and function of the laboratory in consultation with the lab manager
- Engage in scientific discussion and experimental design with post-doctoral fellows
- Designs and conducts complex scientific research specifically as it relates to immunological and cancer-related studies under the direction of the Principal Investigator
- Participates in design and conduct of other projects once advised by the Principal Investigator
- Collects, analyzes and interprets data relating to research and clinical translation
- Sets research activity objectives in consultation with the Principal Investigator
- Develops and carries out independent research
- Troubleshoots experimental protocols
- In consultation with the Principal Investigator, develops and documents research methods and protocols
- Presents research results at laboratory meetings, departmental seminars, scientific conferences, and related settings
- Fosters communication with off-campus partners
- Works in BL2 biohazard containment

**Qualifications**
- PhD in molecular and cellular biology, immunology or related field
- 4/5 years of postdoctoral experience encompassing broad molecular/immunological research
- Proven accomplishments in molecular biology and immunology
- Working experience in BL2 bio-containment laboratories
- Working knowledge and experience of genomics and bioinformatics
- Wide experience of cell-culturing including primary human and animal cells
- Working experience of computational design methods
- Working experience of RNAseq data analysis
- Ability to work independently as well as contributing to team development, including during the supervisor's periodic absences from the lab
- Experience in supervising and training students and technicians

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