Senior Research Associate

Date Posted: 01/21/2025

Req ID:41349

Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science

Department: Cell and Systems Biology

Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description:

The Department of Cell & Systems Biology (CSB) at the University of Toronto invites applications for a Senior Research Associate position to join Professor Sergey Plotnikov and Professor Ulrich Tepass’ research groups at the CSB Imaging Facility. Information about the CSB Imaging Facility can be found at https://csb.utoronto.ca/resources/#imaging. The anticipated start date is April 1, 2025.

The Research Associate is expected to independently conduct research for specific PI’s in the Imaging Facility. The incumbent will be responsible for the development of imaging protocols and image analysis routines for projects conducted by CSB laboratories, will use their expert knowledge to provide technical advice in experimental design and data analysis, and support research and teaching efforts that are related to the facility.

Applicants should apply online at the link below and include a covering letter, curriculum vitae and three reference names with their contact address, email, and phone number. Any questions regarding this position should be directed to Professor Sergey Plotnikov at sergey.plotnikov@utoronto.ca

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education – PhD in Biological Sciences, Physics or Engineering with a focus on developmental or cell biology and advanced imaging techniques such as confocal microscopy, live-cell imaging, super-resolution, and correlative microscopy, and quantitative image analysis.

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated experience post Ph.D in developmental or cell biology and biomedical imaging.
• Strong expertise in image acquisition and analysis software (e.g., Leica LAS X, NIS Elements, ImageJ/Fiji, Micro-Manager; Image segmentation software).
• Experience in development of imaging protocols and image analysis routines for projects.
• Experience preparing manuscripts for submission to peer review publications.
• Experience with the preparation of research proposals.
• Experience in training and mentoring of students is highly desired.

Skills

• Fluent computer skills and advanced knowledge of imaging techniques and microscopy equipment.
• Excellent research and analysis skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Other

• Knowledge of the cell and developmental biology literature.
• Ability to work independently and as part o a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivation, strong organizational and management skills.

Closing Date: 01/30/2025, 11:59PM ET

Employee Group: Research Associate

Appointment Type: Budget – Continuing

Schedule: Full-Time

Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: R02 — Sr. Research Associates $61,510 – $107,439 – $124,864 (open)

Job Category: Research Administration & Teaching

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