Senior Research Assistant or Research Associate
Contribute to fundamental immunology and microbiome research supporting cancer immunotherapy clinical trials.
Best for:Best for experienced researchers with a PhD in immunology and hands-on expertise in flow cytometry, murine models, and data analysis.
Overview
The CHUM Microbiome Center invites applications for a Senior Research Assistant or Research Associate to participate in fundamental immunology research investigating the gut microbiome's role in cancer immunotherapy. Led by Dr. Bertrand Routy, the team conducts in vivo murine models, flow cytometry analyses, and prospective clinical trials exploring interventions like fecal microbiota transplantation. The successful candidate will perform advanced laboratory experiments, analyze experimental datasets, and help supervise graduate students within a collaborative research environment.
What you'll do
- Perform in vivo murine experiments including tumor injections, monitoring, dissections, tissue dissociation, and flow cytometry.
- Conduct flow cytometry analyses on patient-derived samples obtained from ongoing clinical research studies.
- Execute in vitro co-stimulation assays involving immune cells and bacterial derivatives while maintaining ELISA proficiency.
- Supervise master's and doctoral students and assist with experimental procedures like DNA extraction, PCR, and flow cytometry.
- Process experimental results and perform advanced data analysis utilizing tools such as GraphPad, R, or Python.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in immunology or a related scientific field
Language: English; professional proficiency
Instruction: English
- Proven hands-on experience in flow cytometry
- Demonstrated experience with animal models and in vivo experimentation
- Advanced proficiency in data analysis using GraphPad, R, or Python
- Strong background in immunology or related biomedical disciplines
- Must hold a PhD in immunology or a closely related scientific field
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-12-06
Prepare your curriculum vitae, cover letter, academic transcripts, and referee contact information. Submit your application materials through the designated application channel before the deadline.
- Curriculum vitae
- Cover letter
- Academic transcripts
- 2 reference letters
Contact
Bertrand Routy· Lead
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