Research Associate

Responsibilities

• Design, plan, and execute research projects in microbiology, functional genomics, and antimicrobial drug resistance
• Construct genomic mutant collections for fungal pathogens, specifically Candida albicans and Candida auris
• Perform diverse laboratory assays including cloning, PCR, qRT-PCR, protein/enzyme assays, and microbial transformations
• Conduct large-scale genetic mutant screens and functional/chemical genomic assays involving genome and barcode sequencing analysis
• Liaise with interdisciplinary collaborators, including structural biologists, pharmacologists, and chemists
• Assist in preparing manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals and research proposals for granting agencies
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students and support the overall research and training mission of the laboratory

Requirements

• Ph.D. in a relevant field with several years of postdoctoral experience
• Demonstrated expertise in mycology, genetics, genomics, and molecular biology
• Extensive experience working with pathogenic fungi, particularly Candida albicans and Candida auris
• Proven track record with large-scale genetic mutant screens and mutant construction
• Proficiency in molecular biology techniques such as monitoring transcript levels, epitope tagging, and protein purification
• Strong experience in mentoring trainees and working within a large, collaborative laboratory environment
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and scientific communication skills

About the Company

The University of Toronto's Department of Molecular Genetics, within the Temerty Faculty of Medicine, is a leading research institution dedicated to advancing scientific understanding through cutting-edge discovery and academic excellence.