Full-time Junior Molecular Biology Research Assistant

TITLE: Junior Molecular biology Research Assistant

SERVICE Laboratory of Dr. Stephane Richard
POSITION TYPE: Full-Time

PLACE OF WORK: 3755 Côte-Sainte-Catherine Road, Montréal, QC H3T 1E2

WORKING HOURS: Monday to Friday, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

START DATE: August 2026

SALARY AND BENEFITS
(According to LDI HR policy)

 Salary range:$42,000 to $53,000 per year
20 vacation days per year
13 statutory holidays
9.6 sick days
Pension Plan (RREGOP)starting from the first day
Group health and dental insurance

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
A full-time Research Assistant position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Stéphane

Richard at the Lady Davis Institute for Medical Research (LDI) /McGill University

(Montreal, Canada).

Our overall mission is to perform molecular biology research in the fields of cancer and

neuroscience. Our research is aimed at understanding the roles of protein arginine

methylation and RNA binding proteins in diseases such as cancer. Our group is actively

pursuing the molecular roles of protein methylation and RNA binding proteins in

epigenetics, RNA metabolism, and DNA damage signaling.

The ideal candidate is a well organized and committed team-oriented Research

Assistant with some molecular/cellular biology experience and willing to work with

mouse models.

The hired RA will report directly to Dr. S. Richard and perform lab research.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• BSc or MSc (in Biochemistry or similar discipline) with less than 3 years research

experience.

• An excellent understanding and experience of basic molecular techniques (WB,

PCR) and cellular techniques (culture of adherent cancer cell lines).

• Excellent communication skills in English and/or French

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
Candidates must be able to work legally in Canada (Canadian citizens, permanent

residents, or work permit holders).

If you are interested in joining our team, please submit your C.V and a cover letter

addressed to Dr. S. Richard at stephane.richard@mcgill.ca.

The Lady Davis Institute for Medical Research (LDI) is committed to equity, diversity and
inclusion within its community. The LDI has an equal opportunity employment program
and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their
characteristics, with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse
communities. Accommodation for any part of the application process may be provided
to persons with disabilities who request it.