Research Associate

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Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.

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The expected pay for this position is $68,932 per annum

Job Summary:

The Department of Cellular & Physiological Sciences at the University of British Columbia invites applications for a Research Associate (100% FTE) to join the laboratory of Dr. James Johnson. We are seeking a highly qualified individual specializing in Live Cell and Tissue Imaging to operate and manage an advanced microscopy platform. This role is essential for supporting cutting-edge research as part of the CFI project, Improved Pre-clinical Modeling of Metabolic Resilience for Novel Diabetes and Obesity Therapeutics.

The Department of Cellular and Physiological Sciences does world-class research aimed at understanding the fundamental workings of cells and organisms in an effort to identify the underlying causes of human diseases. The Department's research is diverse, with Investigators working in a wide range of the leading invertebrate and vertebrate model systems and using biochemical, molecular genetic, cellular and physiological approaches. The Department has particular strengths in neuroscience, endocrinology, development and cancer. The robust collaborative spirit between the Department's Investigators drives increasingly multidisciplinary research programs in each laboratory. This includes the incorporation of the latest technologies in molecular biology, genetics, next-generation genomics, proteomics, bioinformatics, and genetically-engineered animal models to complement our expertise in cell biological and physiology. The research in the Department is also strengthened by our use of advanced imaging capabilities that includes EM, super-resolution, 2-photon, live-cell and high-throughput microscopy. Research in the Department of Cellular and Physiological Sciences is providing insight into the fundamental biological processes and pathologies that lie behind many diseases, including cancer, Alzheimer's, diabetes, heart disease, and stroke, to name just a few.

Responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:

• Serve as a key member of the CFI research project team, overseeing the operation and management of advanced light microscopy systems (confocal imaging, 2-photon imaging, FLIM, Raman imaging) and advanced image analysis.

• Responsible for managing, maintaining, and troubleshooting of microscopy systems to ensure optimal performance.

• Train and mentor researchers and students on imaging techniques and image analysis workflows.

• Develop and implement advanced image acquisition and analysis pipelines to support diverse research projects.

• Collaborate with research teams to adapt imaging strategies to specific experimental needs.

• Contribute to the preparation of research publications, presentations, and grant applications by providing high-quality imaging data and analysis.

• Stay current with advancements in microscopy technologies and integrate new methods to enhance the platform's capabilities.

Education/Work Experience:

The successful candidate will hold a Ph.D. degree in Biophysics, Cell Biology, physiology, Biomedical Engineering, or related fields and extensive experience with advanced microscopy, live cell and/or tissue imaging as well as advanced image analysis. Applicants will have five years of post-doctoral training with a demonstrated track record of applying these methods in research.

Candidates interested must apply via the UBC Careers website.

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