Specialized non-unionized research professional

Do you want to work in the largest French-speaking research centre in North America and participate in the most stimulating research projects? The CHU de Québec-Université Laval Research Centre is an organization that offers a unique opportunity to put your scientific and organizational skills at the service of a strategic platform dedicated to the development and optimization of 3D cellular models.

By joining a dynamic team, you will actively participate in the establishment, operation and evolution of an infrastructure essential to the development of precision medicine.

This position is intended for a person who is passionate about biomedical innovation, rigorous, autonomous and collaborative. The Specialized Research Professional will contribute to building a research environment of excellence and to promoting the know-how of the CHU de Québec – Université Laval Research Centre in the field of 3D models by tissue engineering in oncology.

Under the supervision of the platform's scientific managers, the incumbent will ensure the scientific and technical coordination of activities related to the design, manufacture and operation of 3D cellular models. It will play a central role in supporting research, training and methodological development.

Job duties and responsibilities

• Advise and support research teams in the development, optimization and validation of 3D cellular models adapted to their experimental needs, as well as participate in the production of these models ;
• Contribute to the writing and preparation of grant applications, scientific reports and experimental protocols ;
• Ensure the day-to-day management of the platform: project planning, resource allocation, schedule monitoring and communication with users ;
• Supervise users and technical staff, provide training on the platform's equipment and procedures ;
• Develop, document and standardize experimental methods ;
• Collaborate on the evaluation and integration of new technologies (biomanufacturing, microfluidics, advanced imaging, 3D printing) ;
• Maintain a high level of scientific and technical quality, including traceability, quality assurance and biosecurity ;
• Participate in scientific and technological monitoring in the field of 3D models and cell bioengineering ;
• Contribute to the dissemination of results and the promotion of the platform's activities within the centre and to external partners.