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    Flow Cytometry Operator - Toronto, Canada - University Health Network

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    Company Description

    The University Health Network, where "above all else the needs of patients come first", encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of "Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning", the University Health Network (UHN), Canada's largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.

    Job Description

    Union: Non-Union
    Site: Princess Margaret Cancer Centre
    Department: Princess Margaret Research Institute
    Reports to: Principal Investigator
    Work Model: On-Site
    Grade: B0:06
    Hours: 35 hours per week
    Salary: $59,827 - $74, 784 annually: To commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN compensation policy
    Shifts:
    Monday - Friday
    Status: Permanent Full-Time
    Closing Date: May 24, 2024

    Position Summary
    We are currently recruiting for a Flow Cytometry Operator to join our team. Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding position where you can utilize your unique skill set that is directly related to the instruments and analysis of flow cytometry? If you want to work for an organization that prides itself on creating a thriving career for employees, then this opportunity is for you As a leading employer we recognize that our employees are our greatest strength as they form our vision, carry out our mission and represent our values.

    The Flow Cytometry Operator will work in a major flow cytometry research core facility at the University Health Network Princess Margaret Cancer Research Tower (PMCRT) serving Toronto's Biomedical Research community in Toronto's renowned "Discovery District", two square kilometers in the heart of downtown that have been designated as the city's centre of innovation.

    Duties
    Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will;

  • Perform high-speed sorting of cell populations on behalf of biomedical researchers on instruments such as the Aria Fusion, Sony MA900 or Symphony S6, in a containment level II laboratory.
  • Help maintain several analytical flow cytometers, including the LSR Fortesssa Symphony A3 and and Symphony A5SE. Be responsible for daily instrument calibration, fluidics and electronics checks and cross-beam fluorescence compensation.
  • Help train graduate students, post-doctoral fellows and research technologists to operate the analytical instruments and to analyze their data off-line using FlowJo and other custom software packages.
  • Additional responsibilities include: fostering relationships with clients; instrument troubleshooting; helping maintain safe practices within the facility; assessing new and alternative cytometry techniques; and ensuring data is sufficiently backed up.
  • Qualifications

  • At minimum, a Bachelors degree in biomedical sciences or recognized equivalent required and or Masters is preferred
  • At minimum, three (3) years of experience with a variety of flow cytometry applications, preferably on newer digital analytical flow cytometers, and with flow cytometric software such as Diva and FlowJo
  • Experience operating a FACSAria or other cell sorter is also preferred
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and a demanding schedule
  • Ability to work within a busy core facility with tight deadlines
  • Superior interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Excellent analytical, troubleshooting and problem solving skills.
  • Exceptional customer service skills
  • Strong team player with the ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
  • Additional Information

    Why join UHN?
    In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

  • Competitive offer packages
  • Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP )
  • Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
  • A flexible work environment
  • Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
  • Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)
  • Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

    All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

    UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.

    Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

    All UHN Employees are required to be fully vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccine series, approved by Health Canada or the World Health Organization, as a condition of hire. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination will be required. Should you be the successful candidate, you will be required to comply with UHN's mandatory Vaccination Policy that is in effect.

    UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

    We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.



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