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).

Position summary
Department / Research Program: IDIGH (Infectious Diseases and Immunity in Global Health) Program

Under the direction of Dr Momar Ndao, the incumbent will perform required molecular biology diagnostic testing and develop new one within the NRCP (National Reference Centre for Parasitology) team.

ROLE:
The incumbent will complete the molecular biology test according the established protocol.

General Duties

- Perform molecular biology test requested by the client ,
- Record results on database ,
- Develop new tests ,
- Genotyping ,
- Perform parasite culture from Biopsy ,
- Participate in common lab task ,
- Maintains inventory. Purchases necessary materials,
- Ensures the cleanliness and safety of the work area,
- Keeps abreast of new developments in the field to update skills and knowledge,
- Ensures compliance with ISO protocol guidelines ,
- Accomplishes any other tasks as required by the immediate supervisor.

Standards of performance

- Respect of procedures ,
- Capacity to prioritize work, meets deadlines ,
- Quality of work.

Website of the organization

https://rimuhc.ca/en

Education / Experience

Education: Diplome of College Studies (DEC)
Field of Study: Sciences
Other education considered an asset for this position: Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree

Work Experience: 6 months to 1 year

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.

- Good communication and interpersonal skills,
- Ability to work independently or with teams with minimum supervision,
- Problem-solving skills,
- Attention to detail.

Additional information

Status: Temporary, full time (35-hour workweek)
Pay Scale: Commensurate with education and experience
Work Shift: Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm
Work Site: Glen Site, 1001 Decarie Blvd.

***If you wish to include a cover letter, please attach it with your resume in one document. ***

Why work with us?

- 4-week vacation, 5th week after 5 years,
- Bank of 12 paid days (personal days and days for sickness or family obligations),
- 13 paid statutory holidays,
- Modular group insurance plan (including gender affirmation coverage),
- Telemedicine,
- RREGOP (defined benefit government pension plan),
- Training and professional development opportunities,
- Child Care Centres,
- Corporate Discounts (OPUS + Perkopolis),
- Competitive monthly parking rate,
- Employee Assistance Program,
- Recognition Program,
- Flex work options and much more!

https://rimuhc.ca/careers

To learn more about our advantages, 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]

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