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Hiring Unit:

Prof. Michel Tremblay Lab - The Rosalind and Morris Goodman Cancer Institute

Position Summary:

Contract Period: September 2, 2025, to September 1, 2026.

With minimal or no supervision, the candidate should be able to conduct research projects using established protocols, processes and procedures such as cell culture, flow cytometry, ELISA, qPCR, Western blotting, and immunohistochemistry.

Read literature, oversee, and assist with the design and execution of experiments.

Recommend and implement improvements, troubleshoot research challenges, assist in resolving conceptual design issues, and support the development of models and simulations.

Review and evaluation of research findings and write reports and manuscripts related to research activities.

Assist with preparation of grant applications.

Assist with technical guidance and training to graduate students.

Perform administrative tasks related to the project, ensuring compliance with research standards and protocols.

Education & Experience

Possesses specialized knowledge of the field or discipline acquired through a Master’s Degree. Those who have recently completed their PhD program will be considered as well.

Experience working with immune cells, including NK cell, T cell and T cell receptor signaling.

Excellent knowledge of flow cytometry, ELISPOT and ELISA assays. Knowledge of cancer immunotherapy and immunosuppressive mechanisms within the tumor.

Expertise in the study of animal models and in vivo tumor growth.

Excellent knowledge in the field of phosphatases and kinases and their role in cancer and immunity.

Experience with bioinformatics, data analysis and graphical design.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Proficiency in a range of laboratory techniques, including cell culture, flow cytometry, ELISA, qPCR, Western blotting, and immunohistochemistry.

Good knowledge of research methodologies, experimental design, and data analysis techniques specific to immunology

Experience in conducting various immunological assays, such as cytokine profiling, cell proliferation assays, and immunofluorescence staining.

Ability to work collaboratively in a team, as research often involves interdisciplinary collaboration.

This position is covered by the Association of McGill University Research Employees (AMURE) collective agreement.

Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.

McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are conducted in the English language, thereby requiring 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 .

Hourly Salary:

$33.05

Hours per Week:

40 (Full time)

Location:

Life Sciences Bldg .

Supervisor:

Professor

Position Start Date:

2025-09-02

Position End Date:

2026-09-01

Deadline to Apply:

2025-08-19

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.