Research Assistant 2

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Hiring Unit: Department of Biology (Professor Jacalyn Vogel)

Position Summary:

• Constructs a matrix of wild-type and mutant yeast strains. 
• Uses methods previously developed in the Vogel lab to measure relative fitness of these strains under normal growth conditions and stress conditions.
• Uses methods developed in the Vogel lab to analyze spindle positioning phenotypes in these strains under normal growth conditions and stress conditions.
• Collaborates with the supervisor to conduct comprehensive analyses of datasets and to interpret the resulting findings. 
• Attends seminars and group meetings.
• Performs some administrative tasks such as billing external clients.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrates good judgement and accountability.
• Team Player.

Education/Experience:

• MSc degree with at least three years of direct experience with X-ray computed tomography and light microscopy.
• Lab background in developmental and evolutionary biology.
• Some knowledge of cell biology.

Location:  This position is located in Montreal, Quebec and the work for this position is expected to be performed in Quebec.

Knowledge of French and English: McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing.  The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level # (4) qualifier on a scale of 0-4.

This position is covered by the Association of McGill University Research Employees (AMURE) collective agreement.