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 Qubec - Sant (FRQS).

Position summary Department / Research Program: CHHD Child Health and Human Development The Myeli

Neuro

Gene Research Laboratory, directed by Dr.

Genevieve Bernard, MD, MSc, a clinician-scientist, is looking for a motivated person to fill the position of full time Research Associate.

The team specializes in genetic white matter diseases, leukodystrophies, and related disorders.

Under the direction of the principal investigator, the candidate participates in the execution of various activities including expertise in iPSC maintenance, differentiation of iPSCs into various CNS cell types (Oligodendrocytes, Neurons etc), 3D organoids and assembloids.

Successful candidate will also oversee multidisciplinary research projects and coordinate with cross-functional teams.

The candidate is also expected to contribute to grant writing.





General Duties Supervise and train student researchers, Help supervise the overall iPSC Platform, Maintain cultures of iPSCs and differentiated cell types , Generate CRISPR edited iPSC lines, Coordinate multiple research projects, Support project planning and strategic initiatives, Contribute to grant writing.

Standards of performance Demonstrates attention to detail , Ability to work with tight deadlines and within constraints , Ability to display a high degree of discretion in dealing with confidential information , Ability to work collaboratively and independently.

Website of the organization Education / Experience Education: Doctorate Degree Field of Study: biomedical science, neuroscience, molecular genetics Work Experience: Minimum of 2 years of work experience and project management Required Skills This position requires an advanced knowledge of oral and written French.

An advanced knowledge of oral and written English is required, as the position requires regular and complex contact with researchers or international students who are exclusively proficient in English.

The position also requires complex writing or in-depth analysis of documents in English related to a research project.

Experience in RNA therapies, Expertise in iPSC, OPC/OL and other CNS cell cultures is MANDATORY, Experience in CRISPR editing of iPSCs , Proficiency in written and spoken French and English required, Excellent planning, organization, time-management skills, Excellent communication and networking skills, Experience with training/supervising students and projects, Experience with project management.

📌 Research Associate (Montreal)
🏢 Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre
📍 Montreal