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Research Associate at McGill University in Montreal, Quebec, CA
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Hiring Unit: Department of Biology (Professor Neil Price)
Position Summary:
- Conducts research on phytoplankton trace metal requirements, Cu-Fe interactions, Cu uptake and reduction.
- Develops protocols required to assess the impact of Cu on cell physiological state.
- Analyzes data and interprets results.
- Writes manuscripts and presents the research results at scientific meetings.
- Supervises and trains undergraduate researchers working in the lab.
Qualifications:
- Phytoplankton physiological ecology.
- Trace metal chemistry of seawater, thermodynamic and kinetics of Cu chemical reactions, photophysiology, biochemistry, q-PCR.
Education/Experience:
- PhD in biological oceanography.
- Prior research on phytoplankton trace metal interactions.
Location: This position is located in Montreal, Quebec and the work for this position is expected to be performed in Quebec.
Knowledge of French and English: McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level # (4) qualifier on a scale of 0-4.
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This position is covered by the Association of McGill University Research Employees (AMURE) collective agreement.
McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca.