Research Associate

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The Research Associate will independently conduct biochemical research on myelin and remyelination mechanisms in the central nervous system using animal models. Responsibilities include experimental design, data analysis, manuscript preparation, grant writing, and the supervision of laboratory staff and trainees.

Candidates must hold a PhD and possess at least one year of research experience in molecular and cell biology of oligodendrocytes, myelin, and electron microscopy. Expertise in biochemistry, molecular genetics, and various microscopy techniques is essential.

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• Biochemistry
• Molecular biology
• Cell biology
• Molecular genetics
• Mammalian primary cell culture
• Fluorescence confocal microscopy
• Transmission electron microscopy
• Digital image analysis
• Statistics
• Experimental study design
• Data analysis
• Grant writing
• Scientific writing
• Supervision
• Oligodendrocyte research
• Myelin research
• Transgenic Mice
• Employment Equity
• Animal Models
• Bilingual (French/English)
• Collaborative Research
• Research
• Cell Cultures
• Cell Biology
• Teaching
• Basic Research
• Molecular Biology
• Microscopy
• Communication
• Confocal Laser Scanning Microscopy
• Digital Image Processing
• Electron Microscopy
• English Language
• Grant Writing
• Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
• Molecular Genetics
• Neurology
• Research Experiences
• Transmission Electron Microscopy
• Writing

• Science & Research
• Education
• Healthcare
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Formation minimale

Maîtrise

Expérience minimale

2+ ans

Postuler avant le

20 août 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

35 heures par semaine