Advance iPSC research at the RI-MUHC in Montreal, applying cell culture expertise and CRISPR editing within a full time laboratory role.

The Research Associate works in the MyeliNeuroGene Research Laboratory within Child Health and Human Development. Under the principal investigator, this position studies genetic white matter diseases, leukodystrophies, and related disorders. Work includes CNS cell differentiation, organoids, project coordination, and grant writing.

Key Responsibilities:

Maintain iPSC and differentiated CNS cell cultures

Differentiate iPSCs into oligodendrocytes and neurons

Generate CRISPR-edited iPSC lines

Coordinate multidisciplinary research projects

Contribute to grant writing and project planning

Requirements:

Doctorate in biomedical science, neuroscience, or molecular genetics

Minimum two years’ work experience and project management

Mandatory expertise in iPSC, OPC/OL, and CNS cultures

Experience with RNA therapies and CRISPR editing

Advanced written and spoken French and English

Bring iPSC maintenance, CRISPR editing, and project management expertise to biomedical research at the RI-MUHC in Montreal.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Research Associate - Full Time / À Temps Plein (Montreal)
🏢 RI-MUHC | Research Institute of the MUHC | #rimuhc
📍 Montreal