Postdoctoral Fellow - IDIGH (Research Institute) - #450287

Do you want to work for a world-renowned research institute that pushes the boundaries of biomedical science and health research? Right here in Montreal! At the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC), you can be part of an organization focused on scientific discovery and innovation in patient-centered medicine. Join us today and make a difference!

Job Description

RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF THE MUHC

The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) is a world-renowned biomedical and hospital research centre. Located in Montreal, Quebec, the Institute is the research arm of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at McGill University. The RI-MUHC is supported in part by the Fonds de recherche du Québec - Santé (FRQS).

Introduction

We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow to join our lab in advancing studies on microbial proteomics and bioinformatics. The focus of this position is to investigate life-threatening bacterial pathogens, with the goal of uncovering mechanisms underlying antibiotic susceptibility, tolerance, and resistance. The successful candidate will lead and contribute to cutting-edge projects involving mass spectrometry-based proteomics, computational analyses, and integrative approaches to identify novel therapeutic targets and resistance pathways. A strong background in microbiology, proteomics, and bioinformatics is essential.

Responsabilities And Objectives

• Design and perform bacterial culture, antibiotic exposures, protein purification and digestions, and peptide desalting,
• Analyze mass spectrometry raw and processed proteomics data to identify and quantify bacterial proteins, and post-translational modifications,
• Develop programming pipelines for the rapid analysis of bacterial proteomics data
• Supervise and train students,
• Assist with preparation of reports, manuscripts and grant applications,
• Present work at internal, local, national and international meetings.
  
  

Website of the organization

https://rimuhc.ca/en

Education / Experience

Education: Doctorate Degree

Field of Study: Biology or Microbiology and Immunology

Required Skills

• Excellent English, spoken and written,
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills,
• Ability to work independently or with teams with minimum supervision.
  
  

Additional information

Status: Temporary, full time

Site: GLEN Site, 1001 boul. Decarie

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A Postdoctoral fellow is a full-time student currently enrolled in a Canadian University program. The individual must have recently been awarded (within 5 years) a PhD or equivalent. The Postdoctoral fellow will receive a stipend or a bursary from a professor’s grant for research activities that will be performed on a full-time basis. All benefits are administered by the University under which they are registered.

https://rimuhc.ca/careers

To learn more about our benefits, please visit http://rimuhc.ca/en/compensation-and-benefits

THIS IS NOT A HOSPITAL POSITION.

Equal Opportunity Employment Program

The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity, diversity and inclusion within its community. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who self-identify as members of racialized groups/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. We also welcome candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may confidentially contact, [email protected]