Research Assistant
Core
Conduct experiments in Cell and Developmental Biology and Evolutionary Developmental Biology using sea urchin, human cancer, and echinoderm embryos.
Role type
Research Assistant (Laboratory Technician)
Builds
Experimental data and findings on protein function, cellular development, and molecular evolution.
Domain
Life Sciences / Developmental Biology / Cell Biology
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Molecular biology, Cell biology, Embryology, Microscopy, Microinjection, Confocal live imaging, RNA/DNA/Protein handling, Data analysis (R, MatLab, Image J)
Preferred skills
Honorary thesis, Experience with FIJI, Linux, Illustrator, Photoshop, Excel
Responsibilities
Conduct experiments in sea urchin and human cancer cell projects, Handle embryos and perform microinjections, Operate confocal microscopes, Maintain accurate lab records and sample storage
Seniority
Entry-level to Junior (Grade 7/8)