Research Associate - Full Time / À Temps Plein

Position Title Research Associate

Research Project Inducing Cancer Immunity through Targeted Typerthermia Therapy

Department/Unit Pathology

Location Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Posting Number S116-26

Employee Group Grant-Paid (PSAC Local 86001)

Duration of Contract (if applicable)1 year

Employment Type Full Time

Full-time Equivalency (FTE)1.0

About Dalhousie University Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada’s leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region’s intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our almost 21,000 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.

Job Summary The Giacomantonio Laboratory at Dalhousie University conducts translational research spanning tumor immunology, nanotechnology, hyperthermia, and personalized medicine, integrating gold nanorods, murine models, immune profiling, and patient-derived analyses. Reporting to the Principal Investigator, the Research Associate will lead projects on immune mechanisms, combination therapies, and tumor–immune profiling in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment with opportunities for publication and international presentations.

Lead nanoparticle characterization and complex bioconjugation/chemistry workflows
Oversee immune profiling pipelines, data analysis, and interpretation
Lead grant writing and contribute to high-impact manuscripts, presentations, and mentorship of junior staff.
PhD in cancer immunology, biomedical engineering, nanomedicine, or a closely related field plus, three to five years’ of relevant experience (or an equivalent combination of training and experience)
Demonstrated experience in nanotechnology, photothermal/hyperthermia approaches, and bioconjugation chemistry
Strong publication record in high-impact journals and evidence of scientific leadership in translational research. Experience in successful grant writing and funding contributions.
Experience mentoring trainees and contributing to a collaborative, multidisciplinary research environment.
Assets
Respect & Inclusion
Relationship Building
Additional Information Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a voluntary RRSP, health and dental plans, a wellness allowance, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program.

Application Consideration Non-probationary bargaining unit employees (PSAC Local 86001) are given priority consideration. All other applications will be considered when there is no qualified candidate from the bargaining unit.

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