Student, Protein Expression And Purification | |
| Job ID | 3F-32-C9-76-5F-0B |
| Company | Ontario Institute For Cancer Research |
| Location | Toronto |
| Province | Ontario |
| Date Posted | 2024-04-19 |
| Posted Until | 2024-10-16 |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Job Category | Miscellaneous |
| Description | |
| About OICR OICR is Ontario's cancer research institute. We bring together people from across the province and around the world to improve the lives of everyone affected by cancer. We take on the biggest challenges in cancer research and deliver real-world solutions to find cancer earlier and treat it more effectively. We are committed to helping people living with cancer, as well as future generations, live longer and healthier lives. Launched in December 2005, OICR is an independent institute funded by the Government of Ontario through the Ministry of Colleges and Universities. Job Details Position: Student, Protein expression and purification Location: MaRS Centre, Toronto Department: Drug Discovery Reports To: Senior Scientific Advisor Salary: $16.55 per Hour Hours: 35 hours/week Job Type: On-site Status: Full-time, Temporary (4-month contract) Position Summary The Ontario Institute for Cancer Research (OICR) is seeking a summer student to join the protein production team in the Drug Discovery Program to work on various methods of expression and purification of cancer drug target proteins to accelerate development of new cancer drugs. The Drug Discovery Team helps translate the most promising ideas coming from Ontario's academic community into therapeutic benefits to cancer patients by identifying hits and lead molecules and optimizing them to potential drug candidates. Based in Toronto, you will be a part of a dedicated team of scientists to identify and optimize new anti-cancer drug candidates using various protein production methods. You will also learn more about protein crystallization, protein characterization, and discovery of small molecule modulators of function of drug targets at early stage drug discovery. This position is temporary, full-time for four (4) months beginning in May. Position Responsibilities Contribute to expression of proteins in E.coli, Sf9, and mammalian cells. Contribute to employing various methods to purify proteins. Contribute to performing quality control experiments in protein production. Maintain an excellent record of generated data. Communicate effectively with internal collaborators. Adhere to all OICR safety guidelines and policies and act as a positive example to peers. Qualifications Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program. Experience working in a lab. Ability to work as part of the team through effectively communication with internal collaborators. Knowledge of and ability to adhere to workplace safety guidelines and policies and act as a positive example to peers. For more information about OICR, please visit the website at www.oicr.on.ca. To learn more about working at OICR, visit our career page. POSTED DATE: April 19, 2024 CLOSING DATE: Until Filled | |
| Languages | English |
| How To Apply | Click "Apply Now' If you are interested in being considered for this position, please go to the job link above and click on "Apply" OICR is committed to fostering a climate of equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. This commitment is central to, and mutually supportive of, our research excellence mandate. We welcome and respect the diversity of all members of our community and we support an inclusive culture for all. We welcome all applicants, and encourage applications from racialized persons, Indigenous Peoples, women, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S persons, and others who may contribute to furthering a diversity of ideas within our community. OICR is committed to fair assessment of a candidate's abilities, and consideration for diversity of thought, method, and experience. Providing an accessible workplace and recruitment process is important to us, as described in our Accessibility Plan (https://oicr.on.ca/accessibility/). Should you require accommodation during any stage in the recruitment process, please complete the form at the bottom of page https://oicr.on.ca/careers/. Information received related to accommodation will be handled confidentially. Resume Format: If you elect to apply, please click on the "Apply for this Job" button below. You will be required to enter contact details, and to attach your resume to your application. Please attach your resume as a .pdf or .doc file. The Ontario Institute for Cancer Research thanks all applicants. However, only those under consideration will be contacted. |
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