Job opportunity
Ion Channel Biology Research Associate
Xenon Pharmaceuticals
Explore ion channel biology as a Biology Research Associate with Xenon Pharmaceuticals in Vancouver, working on-site up to five days weekly. This contract lasts one year.
The Research Associate 1 or 2 role supports novel therapeutic research through electrophysiology and related neuroscience techniques. You will study neuronal excitability in acute rodent brain slices, contribute to viral injection and microscopy work, and collaborate across functions. The position reports to the Senior Research Scientist, Biology.
Key Responsibilities:
Record electrophysiological responses from acute rodent brain slices
Evaluate compound effects on ion channel function and excitability
Support tissue culture, immunohistochemistry, and fluorescence microscopy
Collaborate on ex vivo pharmacology and translational research activities
Maintain safe laboratories, current safety practices, and organized records
Requirements:
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a related scientific field
Neuroscience or pharmacology education preferred
Up to two years of relevant experience
Brain slice and electrophysiology experience required
Initiative, communication skills, and careful documentation practices
Combine electrophysiology, ion channel biology, and detailed laboratory practice within Xenon’s Vancouver-based neuroscience research team.
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Apply on source site The Research Associate 1 or 2 role supports novel therapeutic research through electrophysiology and related neuroscience techniques. You will study neuronal excitability in acute rodent brain slices, contribute to viral injection and microscopy work, and collaborate across functions. The position reports to the Senior Research Scientist, Biology.
Key Responsibilities:
Record electrophysiological responses from acute rodent brain slices
Evaluate compound effects on ion channel function and excitability
Support tissue culture, immunohistochemistry, and fluorescence microscopy
Collaborate on ex vivo pharmacology and translational research activities
Maintain safe laboratories, current safety practices, and organized records
Requirements:
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a related scientific field
Neuroscience or pharmacology education preferred
Up to two years of relevant experience
Brain slice and electrophysiology experience required
Initiative, communication skills, and careful documentation practices
Combine electrophysiology, ion channel biology, and detailed laboratory practice within Xenon’s Vancouver-based neuroscience research team.
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