Research Assistant/Laboratory Manager Full-time

Research Assistant/Lab Manager
The Skeletal Muscle Development and Regeneration Laboratory (PI:  Colin Crist, Associate Professor, McGill University) has an immediate position for a full-time research assistant and laboratory manager to support ongoing research projects in the lab. The lab is located at the Lady Davis Institute for Medical Research at the Jewish General Hospital in Montreal, Canada. As an academic laboratory driven by the activity of graduate students and post-doctoral fellows, contribution to training is an important component of the position. We benefit from diversity in the laboratory and encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and identities.

About the lab:
We are interested in the molecular mechanisms that regulate muscle progenitor and stem cell function within the context of developing and regenerating skeletal muscle.  We use genetics and mouse models of muscular dystrophy to unravel stem cell contribution to skeletal muscle regeneration in health and disease. Please see our laboratory website for more information:  www.cristlab.com. 

Position details:
Support ongoing research projects in the lab.  We will initially provide training in the core experimental procedures used in the laboratory.  These include muscle stem cell isolation and culture, cryosections, and preparation of samples for analysis by immunofluorescence.  The research assistant will be responsible for carrying out these experiments in support of research trainees working in the lab.

Animal husbandry.  All laboratory members participate in mouse care and handling, genotyping and husbandry, with support from the laboratory research assistant.  Help with animal use protocols and to ensure that all lab members follow animal care guidelines.

Laboratory management.  Keep track of laboratory and office supplies and re-order as needed. Oversee and implement a system to share laboratory tasks amongst lab members.  Ensure all aspects of laboratory safety are followed.  Maintain laboratory equipment in good working order.

Core Qualifications:

• The candidate should have an MSc degree and greater than five years’ experience as research assistant/laboratory manager in academia or industry.
• Animal husbandry and genotyping PCR.
• Superb organizational skills, ability to multi-task.
• Good interpersonal skills, with ability to contribute positively to a dynamic and socially engaging research environment.

Additional Qualifications of Interest:

• Masters (MSc) in a field related to cell biology, genetics, developmental biology or stem cell biology.
• Individuals who can manage above tasks and would also like to independently lead a research project are encouraged to apply.  Some tasks can be modified accordingly to motivations and capacity for independent research.

How to Apply:
Please send a CV along with names and contact information of three references to Colin Crist (colin.crist@mcgill.ca).  In your email, please outline your interest in the position, your background and your future motivations.  We will continue reviewing applications until the position is filled.

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