Location: UBC Campus/UBC Hospital, Vancouver, BC
Category: Research Associate
Department: Medical Genetics
Duration: 1 year with the possibility of extension
Type: Full-time; grant funded
Overview: The department of Medical Genetics at the University of British Columbia seeks applications for a Research Associate to investigate the neurobiology of disease.
POSITION SUMMARY
UBC’s Centre for Applied Neurogenetics within the Faculty of Medicine seeks a Research Associate to help define the genetic etiology of neurologic and neurodegenerative disease.
The successful candidate will formulate, design and lead research programs, generate proposals for external support from appropriate granting agencies, and be responsible for the training and supervision of postdoctoral fellows, graduate students and undergraduates in all aspects of their research. Proven leadership, mentoring, review and grant writing are essential.
Candidates are expected to think creatively in the design and execution of the research projects, and maximize the resources available.
QUALIFICATIONS:
The successful candidate will hold a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in the field of human molecular genetics. Applicants will have at least five years post-doctoral training and have demonstrated their research acumen with a strong track record of high profile international journal publication in the field of neurologic and/or neurodegenerative disease. In addition the successful candidate must have:
- Broad knowledge of human molecular genetics, neurology and neuroscience
- Proficiency in next-generation and Sanger sequencing instrumentation, genotyping and gene expression analyses
- Expertise in computational biology, bioinformatics and statistical analysis of complex traits. Familiarity with genotype imputation, principle component analysis, classical linkage, association, loss of heterozygosity and copy number analyses of pedigree and population structures.
- Excellent scientific publication record and successful grant writing experience
- Proven project management, supervision and mentorship of laboratory staff. Experience providing hands-on assistance to trainees.
- Excellent communication skills including invited oral presentation at international conferences
- The ability to thrive in a high pressure, fast-paced and demanding team environment
- Drive and enthusiasm, to both lead and work as a member of a team
- Creativity, initiative and good judgment.
CONSEQUENCE OF ERROR/JUDGEMENT
The successful applicant will be directly responsible for errors in their work, for reporting problems and mistakes in a timely way, and for correcting those errors. Aspects of the research will be jointly reviewed by other Research Associates and Dr. Farrer.
HOW TO APPLY
If interested, please submit CV and three references to jobs@can.ubc.ca by midnight on February 28th, 2014.
UBC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply. We especially welcome applications from members of visible minority groups, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities. Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.