Research Associate- Department of Microbiology
1 week ago
Academic
Job Category
Faculty Non Bargaining
Job Title
Research Associate
- Department of Microbiology & Immunology
Department
Academic Leadership | Head | Department of Microbiology | Faculty of Science (Michael Murphy)
Posting End Date
September 22, 2023
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the Posting End Date above.
Job End Date
Dec 31, 2025
Description:
The Department of Microbiology & Immunology at the University of British Columbia is seeking a highly qualified Research Associate in "tuberculosis pathogenesis and drug discovery", under the supervision of Dr. Jim Sun. This position is fully grant-funded and will primarily consist of research and lab management duties. The Sun Lab
**Requirements**:
Applicants must have a PhD in microbiology, cell biology, immunology, or a closely related field, and a strong record of research accomplishments and publications. Applicants must also have a demonstrated ability to develop, lead and perform research projects to completion, work effectively both independently and in a team environment, and must possess strong verbal and written communication skills. At least 3 years of relevant postdoctoral research experience is preferred. Applicants should be experienced in all the following:
Microbiological and biochemical techniques:
- Bacterial culture and genetics
- Molecular genetics including cloning, targeted gene deletion and overexpression
- High-throughput screening assays (fluorescence and luminescence based)
- Quantitative real-time PCR methods
- Willingness to work in CL3 conditions is required; prior experience is an asset
Cellular and immunology techniques
- Mammalian cell culture and genetics including primary cell culture, PBMC isolation, CRISPR methods, cell transfection and transduction, and bacterial infections
- Omics technologies (_e.g._ epigenomics, transcriptomics, proteomics)
- Drug target identification and validation
- _ In vivo_ animal models (pathogen infections is an asset)
- Multi-color flow cytometry, ELISA, Western blotting
- Widefield and confocal microscopy
Laboratory management and administration
- Training and mentoring students
- Manuscript and grant writing, protocol development (biosafety, animal, REB)
- Lab organization: purchasing, shipping, equipment maintenance, inventories, website maintenance
Duties may include:
Compensation:
Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The minimum annual salary for this position is $66,924 and is eligible for benefits.
To apply:
Applicants must submit in a single PDF (Name_RA_TB-HDT): (1) a 1-page cover letter that describes how your research interests and previous research experience fit with the position and requirements outlined above, (2) a
As one of the world's leading universities, the University of British Columbia creates an exceptional learning environment that fosters global citizenship, advances a civil and sustainable society, and supports outstanding research to serve the people of British Columbia, Canada, and the world. We provide a supportive and highly interactive environment with strong mentoring as well as opportunities for intellectual and professional growth,innovation, project leadership, and collaboration. Wet-lab work will be carried out in the UBC Life Sciences Institute (LSI,
), which houses 85 laboratories carrying out cell and molecular biology research in a highlycollaborative setting. Excellent facilities for high-resolution microscopy, flow cytometry, and drug discovery are available in the LSI, along with access to The Facility for Infectious Disease and Epidemic Research (FINDER), a shared research platform for Containment Level 3 scientific experiments. Further information on the Department of Microbiology & Immunology is available at
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