New job Research Assistant III Memorial University of Newfoundland in Corner Brook, NL Today New! in Newfoundland and Labrador

Boreal Ecosystem Research Facility, Grenfell Campus
(One Year Contractual Position with Possibility of Extension)

This Position is Funded Through An External Grant

DUTIES

An Analytical Chemist position is available immediately for a highly motivated individual to work in the Boreal Ecosystem Research Facility located on Grenfell Campus, Memorial University, Corner Brook, NL. The Analytical Chemist will join a multidisciplinary research team with expertise in hydrology, agronomy, soil science, environmental science, microbiology, neurobiology, food science, and plant biochemistry. We are seeking an Analytical chemist with expertise in using specialized chromatographic and mass spectrometric techniques to understand the roles of lipid metabolism in mitigating environmental stress in a multidisciplinary context. Responsibilities include developing novel techniques (mass spectrometric, chromatographic, vibrational spectroscopy, and lipid imaging) to understand the roles of lipid metabolism (spatial, qualitative, and quantitative) in the strategies used by plants, animals, and/or microbes to overcome exposure to environmental stressors (disease, climatic, toxins, dietary, or nutrient imbalance); analyzing secondary metabolites from unique plant, animal, or microbial sources as functional food components (focus on antioxidants and lipids); training and supporting graduate students in day-to-day sample analysis; serving as a core member of the management team for the Lipid bioinformatics, functional foods innovation, and brain health research program; working with collaborators in Industry, academia, and government to facilitate and conduct lipidomics and antioxidant analysis in test samples; conducting lipid bioinformatics analysis including lipid modeling, multivariate/univariate analysis, regression, network, and pathway analysis; and performing other related duties as required. The candidate must be prepared to carry out laboratory as well as field activities, including set-up of field plot experiments, sampling, data collection, monitoring equipment, and protocols; generate peer-reviewed publications in top-tier scientific journals, be able to supervise undergraduate and graduate research assistant or students, and serve as Co-PI on future grant proposals.

QUALIFICATIONS

Completion of coursework towards a PhD in any life or natural science related discipline. Experience in lipid bioinformatics or statistical analysis using any combination of lipid modeling, multivariate/univariate analysis, regression, network, and pathway analysis. Experience with lipid imaging mass spectrometry, and any combination of the following, are preferred: high resolution and tandem mass spectrometry, electrospray ionization mass spectrometry (ESI-MS), atmospheric pressure chemical ionization mass spectrometry (APCI-MS), atmospheric pressure photoionization mass spectrometry (APPI-MS), desorption electrospray ionization mass spectrometry (DESI-MS), gas chromatography mass spectrometry/flame ionization detection (GC-MS/FID), thin layer chromatography-flame ionization detection (TLC-FID), and/or laser ablation inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (LA-ICP-MS). Experience using Orbitrap Mass Spectrometers and operating software for lipidomics is a serious asset. Experience using FTIR and Raman for lipids or oil analysis; chromatographic separation experience using any combination of the following: normal phase, reverse phase, size exclusion, solid phase micro-extraction (SPME), thin layer, gas, ion, and/or HILLIC phase separation, are also assets. The ideal candidate will possess a curiosity and passion for science, and a talent for independent research in life or natural sciences. This should be supported by a strong publication record with at least two first authored publications in respected journals.

SALARY $54,631 - $76,607 per annum (Non-Bargaining)
CLOSING DATE September 20, 2021
COMPETITION NO. MUN01045

Please note that we will ONLY accept applications for this position through our website https://www.mun.ca/hr/careers/

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, preference will be given to applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada. Memorial University is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women, people of any sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression; Indigenous peoples; visible minorities and racialized people; and people with disabilities.

The personal information requested in your application is collected under the authority of the Memorial University Act (RSNL 1990 c M-7) for the purpose of identifying and recruiting candidates; assessing applicant qualifications; and maintaining records pertaining to the administration of employment with Memorial University of Newfoundland.

If you are a successful candidate, this information will form part of your permanent employment record and will be used for other activities related to the employment process. This information may be disclosed to government departments and agencies as legally required; and to third party service providers, as necessary to administer programs and activities.

If you have any questions about the collection, use and disclosure of the information on this form, please contact MyHR, Department of Human Resources, at (709) 864-2434.

Inquiries about this opportunity should be directed to the Faculty of Medicine - Memorial University, Medical Education Centre, St. John's, Room M2M229 or by telephone at (709) 864-6371.

Please be advised that we are unable to provide updates on current competitions.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.