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Prof Mahshid research laboratory, at the Department of Bioengineering, is seeking to hire 2 part time Research Assistants 2, to support research related to the nanostructures for biosensing applications.
Main Responsibilities:

• Set up experiments according to provided protocols or develop protocols; suggest optimizations and recommendations.
• Maintain records, compile, and file data.
• Contribute to the design, fabrication, and characterization of nanostructures for biosensing applications, with a focus on nanoparticles such as extracellular vesicles (EVs), lipid nanoparticles, and other biomolecules related to cancers
• Contribute to manuscript writing

Required Qualifications:

• Master's degree in physics, Materials Science and Engineering, Chemistry, or a closely related field.
• Strong understanding of optical properties of nanomaterials and their application in biosensing.
• Hands-on experience with nanofabrication, especially e-beam patterning and nano-synthesis.
• Familiarity with biosensing approaches, including optical biosensors and SERS spectroscopy.
• Experience working with nanoparticles, such as EVs, lipid nanoparticles, or similar biomaterials.
• Proven ability to combine bioassays with advanced materials.
• Excellent command of English
• Familiarity with lab safety regulations and best practices

Expected start date: Oct 1 2025
Expected end date: April 30 2026
Part time: 15 h / week
Hourly rate: 31.44$
Candidates to include in the online application:

• A cover letter detailing relevant experience and research interests
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Contact information for at least two academic or professional references

Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.
McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are conducted in the English language, thereby requiring English communication both verbally and in writing.
Hourly Salary: $31.44
Hours per Week: 15 (Part time)
Location: UQAM - Pavillon des Sciences Biologiques
Supervisor: Associate Professor
Position Start Date: 2025-10-01
Position End Date: 2026-04-30
Deadline to Apply: 2025-09-15
This position is covered by the Association of McGill University Research Employees (AMURE) collective agreement.
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