Press Control+M to start dragging object ptnbsid=qzExoya2MHARdI4%2fB5xI1RsQYEM%3d The base salary will be $67,680 - $96,590 per annum. Starting salary will be aligned with the successful candidate’s experience, skills, and demonstrated qualifications

Please note, this is an 8-month temporary full-time contract opportunity that is wholly grant funded.

About Western

Withan international reputation for success, Western ranks as one of Canada's top research-intensive universities. Our research excellence expands knowledge and drives discovery with real-world application. Western also provides an exceptional employment experience, offering competitive salaries, a wide range of employment opportunities and one of Canada's most beautiful campuses.

About Us The Robarts Research Institute within the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry at Western University has made its mission to accelerate medical discovery. Through a powerful integration of basic and clinical research, we are driving major advances that impact on many of today's most devastating diseases.

Responsibilities The Research Associate will apply their expertise and knowledge to a research project related to building imaging tools for tracking either cells for cancer immunotherapy. Under the direction of a Principal Investigator (PI), the role will carry out original and independent research to assist the PI in achieving their research outcomes. The role will play a role in providing mentoring, training and guidance to graduate students, undergraduate students, and staff, and in resolving issues that arise in the research environment.

The Research

Associate will support and operationalize new and innovative research opportunities as requested, develop research and project plans, and design, build and run experiments. The role will evaluate and interpret experimental results, develop models or correlations, and prepare reports and other written material for presentations and submissions to various stakeholders as required.

Qualifications

Education

Master’s degree in Immunology, Cell Biology,



Molecular Biology or relevant discipline

PhD in Immunology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology or relevant discipline preferred

Experience

3 years working experience in an academic research setting in the area of Molecular Biology

Experience working with rodent models of cancer in a research environment

Working experience in immunology and culturing human T cells preferred

Working experience with genome editing preferred

Experience working with optical imaging and PET/MRI equipment and with optical in vivo imaging systems preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Familiarity with regulations and guidelines governing research ethics in an academic environment and with best practices for reviewing and writing grant proposals In depth knowledge with methods for research design, implementation, and analysis

Familiarity with techniques for updating, managing and extracting data from a research database

Ability to collaborate across internal and external boundaries to meet common objectives, improve outcomes and support work beyond one's own unit

Communication skills to describe technical concepts effectively to both novice and sophisticated users

Communication skills with an ability to complete detailed analytics and reports

Ability to work in a manner that models best practices in confidentiality standards

Ability to provide solutions and ideas for improvement by using imaginative approaches where constructive thinking and innovation are required

Detail-oriented with an ability to function and process information with high levels of accuracy

Ability to work within a flexible schedule to accommodate the University’s events and activities

Ability to provide guidance,



support and feedback in a way that is positively received

Results-oriented with the ability to motivate and coach employees to meet high performance standards, while working effectively as a member of the leadership team

Ability to investigate defined issues, solicit input, and suggest remedies and alternative approaches that meet the needs of the situation

Proven ability and natural inclination to develop relationships by interacting with people in a professional, respectful and diplomatic manner

Ability to interpret and identify key results from research and to succinctly summarize research findings

Ability to work independently and effectively as a member of the team to achieve department goals

Ability to adhere to legislated safety requirements and Western safety policies

Demonstrated working knowledge of relevant scientific/research principles

Advanced skills in software and applications used to produce and analyze research outcomes

Demonstrated ability to research/investigate issues and resolve problems

Familiarity with University policies and procedures preferred

Please note, successful applicants may be required to produce a current Police Information Check from a police service prior to commencing employment.

Western Values Diversity The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources or phone (phone hidden).

Please Note

This position is an existing vacancy. This position is fully in-person, on-site. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

📌 Research Associate (Winnipeg)
🏢 Western University
📍 Winnipeg