University of Toronto Looking for Research Associate (Limited Term) at Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Date Posted: 03/12/2024

Req ID:36511

Faculty/Division: Temerty Faculty of Medicine

Department: Department of Molecular Genetics

Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description

OVERVIEW:

The Department of Molecular Genetics in the Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto invites applications for the position of Research Associate (Limited Term) to participate in research focused on (i) the development of solution nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy for studies of high molecular weight complexes and liquid-liquid phase separation and (ii) application of the developed methodologies to CAPRIN ‘scaffold’, protein/RNA ‘client’ condensates currently under study in the laboratory.

Qualifications

Candidates require a Ph.D. with research expertise in NMR methods development and application, as well as at least 2-3 years of post-doctoral training. Detailed understanding of pulse sequence coding, quantum mechanics of NMR experiments, and Redfield relaxation theory is required. Experience in assignment of NMR spectra of proteins, and analysis of relaxation data, including CPMG and CEST datasets, is essential. Experience in protein expression and purification is also necessary. Candidates must also be able to prepare manuscripts for submission to peer reviewed publications/journals and in to present findings at meetings and conferences. Candidates must also have experience designing, planning, and executing experiments and research. Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills are required, and a proven ability to work positively with others in a collaborative laboratory environment is an asset.

KEY DUTIES

• Designing, planning, and executing NMR projects.
• Development of new NMR pulse sequences, tailored to probing specific questions in hand.
• Development of code for the analysis of new NMR experiments.
• Generation of NMR samples using expression methods and labelling strategies available to the laboratory.
• Assisting other members of the laboratory in setting up sophisticated NMR experiments.
• Reading published papers relevant to the experiments being performed and adapting procedures accordingly.
• Liaising with collaborators and assisting in the compilation, analysis, and reporting of research findings to researchers within and outside of the program.
• Preparing manuscripts for submission to peer reviewed publications/journals.
• Presenting findings at local, national, and international conferences.

Beyond these responsibilities, the individual will be expected to participate in the preparation of grant applications and in the supervision of technical support personnel and research trainees. At all times, the individual will be expected to support the overall research and teaching missions of the lab.

Notes

• This is a four (4) year term opportunity.
• All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Closing Date: 04/15/2024,11:59PM ET

Employee Group: Research Associate

Appointment Type: Grant – Term

Schedule: Full-Time

Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: R01 — Research Associates (Limited Term): $51,543 – $96,643

Job Category: Research Administration & Teaching

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All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP.

Accessibility Statement

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.

If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected].

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