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Research Assistant 2 position in the Stem Cell Bioprocess Laboratory for the "Microchannel emulsification-based pancreatic cell encapsulation" project supervised by Prof. Corinne Hoesli. Assists laboratory members in performing cellular encapsulation experiments (microchannel emulsification, cell viability assessment, glucose-stimulated insulin secretion, flow cytometry, immunofluorescence imaging).
Responsibilities:Assist with grant application preparation, including updating CVs and drafting correspondence. Maintain research project documentation and records. Oversee data collection efforts and compile results. Assist with managing and securely storing project data and datasets. Analyze and interpret research data, ensuring quality and reliability. Contribute to the development and improvement of research methods and systems. Organize research meetings and prepare reports. Assist with the submission of abstracts and manuscripts.

Qualifications:Experience with Animal Cell culture and encapsulation. Master's Degree in Chemical Engineering or relevant discipline.

Other Qualifying Skills:Knowledge of French and English: McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level #3
Hourly Salary:
$31.44
Hours per Week:
12 (Part time)
Location:
Wong Building
Supervisor:
Associate Professor
Position Start Date:
2025-10-13
Position End Date:
2026-02-13
Deadline to Apply:
2025-10-09
This position is covered by the Association of McGill University Research Employees (AMURE) collective agreement.McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca.