Postdoctoral Fellow

4 weeks ago


Toronto, Canada OICR Full time

**About OICR**

OICR is Ontario’s cancer research institute. We bring together people from across the province and around the world to improve the lives of everyone affected by cancer. We take on the biggest challenges in cancer research and deliver real-world solutions to find cancer earlier and treat it more effectively. We are committed to helping people living with cancer, as well as future generations, live longer and healthier lives.

Launched in December 2005, OICR is an independent institute funded by the Government of Ontario through the Ministry of Colleges and Universities.

**Job Details**

Position: Postdoctoral Fellow

Location: MaRS Centre, Toronto

Department: Drug Discovery Program

Reports To: Scientific Advisor

**Salary**: Commensurate with level of experience

Hours: 35 hours/week

**Job Type**: On-site

Status: Full-time, Temporary (2-year contract with potential for renewal)

**Position Summary**

This position is temporary, full-time for two-years with the possibility of renewal.

**Position Responsibilities**
- Lead in the design and conduct experiments to test biological hypotheses;
- Prepare biological samples for analysis, using automation where applicable;
- Perform qualitative and quantitative analysis utilizing various LC-MS methods;
- Analyze data with metabolomics and lipidomics software tools;
- Maintain and troubleshoot analytical instruments;
- Analyze in vitro samples using LC-MS/MS methods;
- Maintain meticulous records of experimental procedures and data;
- Liaise effectively with multi-disciplinary team members (biology, medicinal chemistry) within the Drug Discovery Program, with other OICR Research Programs, and with academic and industry collaborators;
- Participate in team meetings, both internal and external;
- Present results to internal and external audiences, and contribute to funding requests, as well as prepare and edit manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals;
- Work efficiently under tight timelines and communicate results effectively.

**Qualifications**
- Ph.D. in biochemistry, molecular biology, molecular genetics, cell biology, cancer biology, or a related field, or recognized equivalent;
- Hands-on experience in metabolomics and lipidomics workflows;
- Proficiency with data analysis tools such as MetaboAnalyst and XCMS;
- Great team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
- Highly motivated self-starter who enjoys an element of ambiguity and is willing to adapt to a changing environment.

To learn more about working at OICR, visit our career page.

**POSTED DATE: October 29, 2024**
**CLOSING DATE: Until Filled**
- The Ontario Institute for Cancer Research thanks all applicants. However, only those under consideration will be contacted._


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