Research Officer - Diagnostic R&D Scientist

The National Research Council (NRC) is seeking a hands-on diagnostic R&D scientist to join the Cell Models and Antibody Technology Team within the Medical Devices Research Centre. The successful candidate will apply advanced yeast engineering and synthetic biology approaches to design, develop, and validate innovative diagnostic technologies for point-of-care and biomarker detection applications.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Synthetic Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biotechnology, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field
• Postdoctoral or equivalent industrial experience emphasizing hands-on laboratory work in diagnostic R&D
• Proven experience in yeast surface display and synthetic biology-based assay development
• Demonstrated success in engineering yeast biosensors and molecular diagnostic tools for point-of-care applications
• Demonstrated experience in diagnostic test development, including lateral flow assays, and immunoassays

Benefits

• Robust pension plan
• Comprehensive health and dental coverage
• Disability and life insurance
• Office closure at the end of December