Student Research Assistant - Quantitative Proteomics - Department of Biology - Faculty of Science
$17.00 per hour, plus 4% vacation pay
May 11 – August 28, 2026
The Murphy Laboratory in the Department of Biology is seeking a summer student to help perform quantitative proteomics experiments, analyze proteomics datasets, and aid in the migration of proteomic analysis pipelines from local to online servers.
This employment position is funded by an NSERC Discovery Grant. More information about the Murphy Laboratory can be found at: https://projects.upei.ca/murphylab/
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The successful applicant will:
- Perform sample preparation related to quantitative proteomics, including protein concentration assays, tryptic digest, labeling with stable isotope-coded reagents, solid phase extraction, and high-performance liquid chromatography
- Conduct database searches of mass spectrometry data using established proteomics database searching algorithms
- Organize and analyze quantitative proteomics data using the R programming language
- Set up quantitative proteomics workflow on Digital Research Alliance of Canada (ACENET) servers
- Perform validation of quantitative proteomics data by Western blotting
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be a current UPEI student
- Completed at least 3 years towards an undergraduate degree in biological science, biotechnology, or related field by the start date of the position
- Basic experience in the growth and manipulation of cultured E.coli
- Basic experience in laboratory manipulations (pipetting, weighing, buffer preparation, etc.)
- Experience in performing Western blotting to quantify proteins
- Demonstrated skills in searching and interpreting scientific literature
- Experience using the R programming language in a biological or health-related research setting and familiarity with data servers
- Proficiency in Word, Excel, and Powerpoint or comparable software
- Experience working in a team and/or training environment
Priority will be given to University of Prince Edward Island students in accordance with Recruitment, Selection, Hiring and Employment Policies and the Procedures manual.
Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link below.
If you are unable to apply online, you can drop off your resume to the Human Resources Department, Kelley Building, University of Prince Edward Island, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3, Fax Number 902-894-2895.
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