Research Assistant - Department of Biomedical Sciences - Atlantic Veterinary College
As soon as possible for Three (3) Month Term (Term may be reduced or extended depending on performance, available funding and department requirements)
The Department of Biomedical Sciences is seeking applications for a temporary 0.25 FTE part-time Research Assistant.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• The position is required to perform in situ kidney stem cell proliferation assessment in kidney development and kidney disease
• Assist in data collection and analysis of multiple cellular markers of progenitor and glomerular cell proliferation
QUALIFICATIONS:
• The successful candidate will have a university-level degree in Life Sciences of equivalent) and demonstrable experience in renal developmental biology
• The candidate must be familiar with molecular biology techniques and data analysis specifically related to the study of mammalian kidney development including RNA in situ hybridization, PCR, real-time qPCR, molecular cloning, Western blot, immunoprecipitation, antibody staining, embryonic kidney organ culture, histology, immunofluorescence and bright field microscopy
• Demonstrated expertise in oral and written scientific communication within the field
• Prior peer-reviewed publications and presentations in the field of study is required
Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link posted on the UPEI Human Resources website (www.upei.ca/hr). Applications will not be accepted via email.
If you are unable to apply online, you can drop off your resume to the Human Resources Department, Kelley Building, University of Prince Edward Island, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3, Fax Number (902) 894-2895.
In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. The University of Prince Edward Island is committed to gender equity in employment.
Only those applicants who are invited to an interview will be acknowledged.