Summary of responsibilities
- Reporting to the Molecular Biology and Functional Genomics Core Facility manager, the candidate will provide specialized services in Molecular Biology to research team members at the IRCM. He/she will perform recurring experiments such as standard SANGER sequencing, genotyping (SNPs, mutation / deletion, gene expression by Q- PCR or fragment analysis) and next generation sequencing (samples quality controls, library preparation and quality controls). This work includes the synthesis and interpretation of results.
- He/she will closely collaborate with the platform team members, the research unit directors and their students in solving genomic related problematics.
More specifically the candidate will:
- Execute protocols associated to samples submitted to the core facility. Maintain a standard of precision and quality required by the core facility;
- Master and control equipment used with these protocols (Nanodrop, PCR, Q-PCR, Genetic Analyzer, Bioanalyzer, chromium 10X Genomics...). Master data analysis dedicated softwares;
- Assess the quality of the obtained results, identify any potential technical problems, elaborate and set up necessary corrections;
- Maintain laboratory notebooks and inventory of the stocks; document samples and procedures used, instruments used and results obtained;
- Place orders for necessary consumables;
- Communicate to users the results with supporting documents;
- Set up new methods requested by research groups (bibliography and technology watch).
Required qualifications
- B.Sc. in biological sciences or M.Sc. in molecular biology (or biochemistry) and at least 3 years experience in a molecular biology laboratory or service, including experience in next generation sequencing;
- Team spirit, excellent communications skills (written and spoken) in French and English.
Knowledge and skills
- Thorough theory understanding of the genomics and the genetics;
- Recognized experience in nucleic acids preparation: extraction, purification, quantification and quality analysis (Nanodrop, Qubit, Covaris, Bioanalyzer);
- Skills demonstrated in PCR, Q-PCR, SANGER sequencing, genotyping and libraries for NGS: implementation, validation, analysis and instrumentation, skills in single cell would be an asset;
- Excellent organizational, analytical and problem solving skills;
- Autonomy, motivation, rigour and adaptability;
Working conditions
- Full-time position (35 hours/week)
- Life and health insurance plans
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Employee Assistance Program RCM offers a competitive range of benefits.
How to apply
Please submit your resume indicating: Contest 10-2024 | Bim - Research assistant contest at Recruterh@ircm.qc.ca
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
