The University of British Columbia is seeking four outstanding Immunologists for Research Associate positions. These are unique positions where the Research Associates will be employed by the University of British Columbia (UBC) through a collaborative research agreement with Eyam Vaccines and Immunotherapeutic (EYAM). This relationship will present an opportunity to experience collaborative research with leading industry and academic experts. Under the direction of Dr. Wilf Jefferies at UBC's Michael Smith Laboratories, the Research Associates will design and conduct immune assays to measure immune responses from immunizations for COVID-19, other infectious diseases, neurodegenerative diseases and cancers. These lab-based positions are a great opportunity to conduct preclinical assays that will help validate vaccine candidates for clinical development. The Research Associates will act as a mentor for junior scientists and postdoctoral fellows, working collaboratively with the Research and Development team at EYAM and the academic research team at UBC.

Qualifications

• PhD in Immunology, Microbiology (Virology), Cancer Immunology, Cell Biology or otherrelated fields or MSc. with 5+ years experience in virology and immunological assays inan academic or industry wet laboratory environment
• 3+ years of postdoctoral (or equivalent) independent research experience
• Working experience in biosafety containment level CL2 (required) and CL3 (ideal) laboratories
• Working experience with infectious disease and/or cancer mouse models
• Working knowledge and experience of cell-culturing, flow-cytometry, tetramer assays,molecular techniques and animal tissue and serum extraction
• Self-motivated and works independently
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively
• Excellent documentation and organizational skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit a letter of application that highlights their experience, detailed curriculum vitae including a list of publications, and contact details for 3 references. Application materials should be submitted to the UBC Careers portal at https://ubc.wd10.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/ubcfacultyjobs/job/UBC-Vancouve.... We will only be in contact with applicants invited for an interview but we thank you in advance for you time put into your application.

The appointment will initially be one year with salary commensurate with qualifications and experience, extendable depending on funding availability

This posting is for the UBC Vancouver campus [ www.grad.ubc.ca/campus-community/vancouver-campus ] in British Columbia, Canada.

Please refer to reference number MC-55632 during correspondence about this position.

Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

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