About the IRCM
L’Institut de recherches cliniques de Montréal (IRCM) is an institution devoted to biomedical and clinical research. It gathers nearly 450 people: researchers, students, postdoctoral trainees and administrative staff.
The Neural Circuit Development Research Unit headed by Dr. Artur Kania is seeking candidates to fill in the position of Bioinformatician.
Summary of responsibilities
- Process, analyse and integrate single cell / nucleus omics data (RNAseq, ATACseq, etc) generated in the lab and available in public databases.
- Perform cross-species analysis of above data.
- Able to work in a collaborative environment.
Requirements
- A graduate degree (M. Sc. or Ph.D. or equivalent) in bioinformatics or a closely related field.
- Proven experience with analysing NGS data.
- Experience with single cell omics data analysis tools (e.g. Seurat, Scanpy)
- Extensive experience with R bioinformatics packages or python.
- Be authorized to work in Canada.
Knowledge
Good knowledge of biology, notably of gene regulation mechanisms.
Working conditions
- 2 years contract full-time position (35h/week).
- Ideal location: Offices near Mount Royal Park, Boulevard St-Laurent and the Quartier des spectacles, just a 10-minute walk from the metro.
- Compensation and benefits: You'll receive compensation that reflects your experience and skills, in line with market standards.
- Pension plan: You'll benefit from an advantageous pension plan to secure and plan your future.
- Additional benefits: Medical and disability insurance, telemedicine and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Vacations: You'll enjoy annual vacation for a better work-life balance.
How to apply?
Send your application to RecruteRH@ircm.qc.ca including “Bioinformatics-KANIA” in the subject line. Our team will be delighted to support you throughout the process.
We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
