Research Associate

Academic

Job Category

Faculty Non Bargaining

Job Title

Research Associate

Department

MacVicar Laboratory | Department of Psychiatry | Faculty of Medicine (Brian MacVicar)

Posting End Date

November 5, 2025

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.

Job End Date

November 9, 2026

The expected pay for this position is $70,000 per annum.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE- a cover letter stating research interests- a detailed curriculum vitae- contact information for three professional references

Applications should be submitted online at

(JR22399).

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RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to Dr. MacVicar, the incumbent will assume a leadership role in our research program, focusing on the preclinical development and rigorous _in vivo_ testing of novel therapeutics for Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, utilizing advanced genomic and molecular techniques. They will be responsible for:
- strategic design, execution, and oversight of complex projects involving advanced rodent models of neurodegenerative disease (e.g., Alzheimer's, Frontotemporal Dementia)- serving as the in-house expert for precision delivery techniques (e.g., LNP-mRNA) via intracranial stereotactic surgery- independent leadership of molecular characterization using cutting-edge approaches such LNP-mRNA-induced protein delivery- supervision and mentorship of junior lab members (Postdocs, technicians, and students).

QUALIFICATIONS

Successful applicants will have:
- PhD or MD (or similar terminal degree) in Neuroscience, Pharmacology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, or a closely related field- Minimum of 3 years of relevant postdoctoral or equivalent research experience demonstrating independent research project leadership- Experience with stereotaxic surgical procedures in rodents for CNS injections (e.g., ASO, LNP, or virus delivery).- Experience independently managing and utilizing in vivo models of neurological disease, particularly models of Alzheimer's, Frontotemporal Dementia, or Parkinson's disease.- Experience in preclinical neuropharmacology, and advanced -omics analysis.- Proficiency in the advanced molecular analysis of human and rodent brain tissue, including immunohistochemistry and processing for sample analysis.- Strong technical skill and demonstrated project leadership using advanced molecular profiling techniques.- A proven track record in supervising, training, and mentoring junior researchers and technical staff.- Strong ability to