Research Associate

Job title:

Research Associate

Company

University of British Columbia

Job description

AcademicJob Category Faculty Non BargainingJob Title Research AssociateDepartment Cullis Laboratory | Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology | Faculty of Medicine (Pieter Cullis (Retired – Active))Posting End Date November 17, 2024Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.Job End Date Feb 21, 2026The expected pay for this position is $102,753 per annum.Job Summary:The Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology at the University of British Columbia will be hiring a Research Associate at 100% FTE to join the laboratory of Dr. Pieter Cullis.For more than fifty years, the Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology has played an active and important role at UBC and in the greater scientific community. The Department is home to approximately 90 research laboratories from fifteen Departments organized into nine research clusters, fostering a strong foundation for innovation and collaborations. All members of the Department maintain active, well-funded research programs that encompass many areas of modern biochemistry, and molecular and structural biology. The Department hosts an active Graduate program with more than 90 students and offers over fifteen undergraduate courses and laboratory courses for honours, major and minor Undergraduate programs.Responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:The incumbent will focus particularly on the area of triggered release which is a major research effort in the Cullis lab. This role will involve efforts to render lipid nanoparticle systems containing small molecule drugs or genetic drugs sensitive to external radiation (laser, radiofrequency) to induce release of drugs in defined regions to achieve targeted chemotherapy or gene therapy.The successful candidate should have the following:Ph.D. and postdoctoral work in Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Biophysics, or a related field.Excellent communication skills.Ability to work in a fast-paced and demanding team environment.Has the drive and enthusiasm to lead and work as a member of a team.Candidates interested must apply via the .UBC – One of the World’s Leading UniversitiesAs one of the world’s leading universities, the University of British Columbia creates an exceptional learning environment that fosters global citizenship, advances a civil and sustainable society, and supports outstanding research to serve the people of British Columbia, Canada and the world.UBC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply.

Expected salary

$102753 per year

Location

Canada

Job date

Sat, 19 Oct 2024 05:50:19 GMT

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