Job Description

Please refer to the How to Apply for a Job (for External Candidates) job aid for instructions on how to apply.
If you are an active McGill employee (ie: currently in an active contract or position at McGill University), do not apply through this Career Site. Login to your McGill Workday account and apply to this posting using the Find Jobs report (type Find Jobs in the search bar).
Position Summary:
Dr. Jianguo (Jeff) Xia lab focuses on leveraging bioinformatics, metabolomics and systems biology to study the effects of biological (i.e. gut microbiome and helminths) and environmental factors on health and disease.
In this position, the incumbent will perform the following duties, but is not limited to:
1) High-performance computing workflow for large-scale metabolomics data analysis
2) Development of deep learning algorithm for multi-omics integration
3) Maintenance of server / database (Linux environment)
4) Assisting other team members in data analytics
5) Presenting work in at least one conference in the field
6) Leading or contributing to manuscript writing
7) Deep learning and familiar with large language models
Salary will reflect the candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications.
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 #4 on a scale of 0-4.
Qualifications:PhD in bioinformatics and metabolomics and 5 years of relevant research experience Coding experience with at least two languages (R, Java, C++, or Python) Experience with hardware and server maintenance
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:
$33.96
Hours per Week:
10 (Part time) Wednesday, Friday
Location:
Life Sciences Bldg .
Supervisor:
Professor
Position Start Date:
2025-09-01
Position End Date:
2026-08-31
Deadline to Apply:
2025-08-28
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.