Research Scientist - Microbiologist

Interested in applying your anti-infective microbiology research skills to a fast-paced start-up environment? We’re looking to grow our team as we translate laboratory discoveries into world-changing products!

About Mesosil

Mesosil develops and manufactures bioactive infection-fighting materials for dental and medical devices to prevent some of the most common diseases on the planet. Founded in 2018 as a university spin-off, we are taking our first steps out of the lab to bring our technology to clinicians and patients across the world in partnership with industry leaders, improving treatment longevity and patients’ quality of life.

Visit www.mesosil.com for more info!

About the Role

Mesosil is looking for a scientist with a background in biology, microbiology, biochemistry, biotechnology and/or biomedical engineering and ideally with experience in Quality Management System (QMS) under ISO 13485, GLP, or other quality/research standards, to apply their background to the design and study of new anti-infective materials. Simultaneously, the role will have ownership of projects related to the production and biological evaluation of our existing technologies and contribute to developing new technologies.

The Research Scientist - Microbiologist must:

• Develop and perform biological analyses of Mesosil additives and customer finished products, analyze and present results
• Develop new products and procedures based on background scientific literature and laboratory experimentation
• Design, undertake and analyze various quality-assurance and performance tests for Mesosil additives based on ISO standards and regulatory requirements
• Ensure that processes needed for the quality management system (ISO 13485 certified) are maintained, followed, and documented
• Contribute to day-to-day operation and management of the laboratory
• Be prepared for the opportunity to train and lead more junior R&D team members

Desired Qualifications and Skills

The successful candidate will have:

• Master’s degree or PhD in a relevant field such as biology, microbiology, biochemistry, biotechnology and/or biomedical engineering, especially related to anti-infective materials, medical device contamination, surface decontamination, etc.
• Experience in working with oral/dental pathogens and/or pathogens related to bone infection (Osteomyelitis) is highly desirable.
• Extensive experience with confocal microscopy, basic microbiological culturing techniques, SEM, with experience in molecular biology techniques and material synthesis and analysis techniques highly desirable.
• Knowledge of quality management systems, GLP, and/or ISO 13485.
• Extensive experience working in a research laboratory environment, designing studies, preparing samples, carrying out experiments and analyzing results utilizing statistical methods.
• Experience or strong interest in a start-up environment and knowledge of the unique challenges that new companies face.
• Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively.
• There is also an opportunity for qualified candidates to join us as an industrial postdoc.

Work Environment

We are a very small team, and every new member will have a huge opportunity to affect how we grow as a company and what we do with our technology. The working environment is open and friendly, and employees are expected to rise to challenges while thinking critically about technical problems and working together as a team to solve issues. Regardless of educational or technical background, we expect everyone to apply their experience to build our company from the ground-up. Mesosil is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

We operate on a hybrid work-from-home and in-person format. Desk and computer work required for this position may be performed from home, while regular in-person work and team collaboration in downtown Toronto at the University of Toronto and occasionally in Mississauga at the University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM campus) is required. All in-person work will follow strict chemical and biohazard safety protocols as implemented by Mesosil and the University of Toronto, and the successful applicant will be required to complete relevant environmental health and safety courses before starting in-person work. The opportunity exists for future international travel as required for business and scientific collaboration.

Mesosil would like to thank all applicants, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted.

Mesosil does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $67,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Stock options

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Toronto, ON M5G 1G6: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Do you have experience with QMS systems under ISO 13485?
• Do you have experience in handling different bacteria species? PLEASE HIGHLIGHT IN YOUR RESUME.
• Do you have Canadian Citizenship, PR, or valid student visa (for international students) or valid work permit (for postdoctoral fellows )? (optional funding program requirements). [PLEASE SPECIFY YOUR STATUS]

Education:

• Master's Degree (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-03-31