Research Associate, Molecular Medicine

**About SickKids**:
Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education. Our reputation would not have been built - nor could it be maintained - without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day. SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice.

When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfill our vision of _Healthier Children. A Better World_.

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world’s best in paediatric healthcare.

**Position Description**:
Dr. Julien's laboratory at **The Hospital for Sick Children Research Institute** is looking for a **Research Associate **to assist in executing laboratory experiments and managing research staff and projects in the characterization of antibody-based therapeutics for treatment of infectious diseases. We are looking for a driven and enthusiastic scientist with experience in structural, molecular and cell biology who can thrive in a highly collaborative research setting.

**Here's What You'll Get To Do**:

- Work under the direction of the Principal Investigator to execute antigen-antibody characterization experiments including but not limited to cell based _in vitro_ experiments, protein purification, biophysical assays, and determining the three-dimensional structures of proteins.
- Manage, assist, and mentor research staff in protein purification and biochemical assay development.
- Develop and / or optimize experimental methods that provide opportunities for improvement and innovation.
- Support and collaborate with project team members to meet deliverables and timelines.
- Analyze, interpret, and report experimental results to senior staff and at lab meetings.
- Grow your knowledge and technical skill set around the use of antibodies for treatment and diagnosis of infectious diseases.
- Interact as required with internal and external contacts.
- Prepare discussions and scientific reports in written, verbal or graphical form as required.

**Here's What You'll Need**:

- A PhD with 5+ years of wet lab experience, including in industry.
- Hands on experience in protein characterization, biophysical assays, and structural biology, including X-ray crystallography, SAXS and NMR. Previous experience in managing projects with externally facing collaborators in industry is a plus.
- Ability to function in a timeline-driven, dynamic environment, and to adapt to new techniques and protocols.
- Demonstrated competency in written and verbal communications.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Committed to continuous learning and improvement.
- Demonstrated ability to participate in collaborative and productive scientific projects.
- Experience in supervising and mentoring junior members of a research team.
- Demonstrated commitment to advancing and aiding in the pursuit of equity, diversity and inclusion objectives.

**Here's What You'll Love**:

- Enhancing children's health and changing the lives of children and their families every day.
- A focus on employee wellness with our new **Staff Health and Well-being Strategy**. Self-care helps us support others.
- A hospital that welcomes and focuses on **Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion**.
- The opportunity to make an impact. Regardless of your role or professional interest, you'll be making a difference at SickKids and contributing to our vision of **Healthier Children. A Better World.**
- Comprehensive health & dental benefits
- An academic and learning environment, awards and bursaries, mentoring programs, and a focus on continuous improvement.

**Employment Type**: Full-time temporary 2 year contract, 1.0 FTE

How to Apply?
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About Us
- Dr. Julien's laboratory focuses on the molecular characterization of antibodies by studies of their interactions with cell surface receptors in therapeutic development, and with pathogens guiding vaccine design primarily against _Plasmodium falciparum_ malaria, HIV-1 and COVID-19. Dr. Julien's laboratory is located in the Molecular Medicine Program of The Peter Gilgan Centre for Research and Learning at SickKids, a 21-story, 750,000 square-foot facility that incorporates an open-concept design, state-of-the-art research facilities, and collaborative workspaces.

As a member of the SickKids community, you will become part of a world-renowned organization dedicated to fulfilling a vision of Healthier Children, A Better World. For over 135 years, SickKids has worked hard to make the world a better place for children and their familie