Research Technician I - Toronto, Canada - University Health Network

University Health Network

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Description

Research Technician I

Job Posting #923149

Union:
Non-Union

Site:
MARs Tower

Department:
Toronto General Hospital Research Institute

Reports to:
Principal Investigator

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Salary Range:
$25.10 to $31.38 per hour commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN Compensation Policy

Status:
Permanent Full-Time

Shifts:
Day shift

Posting Date:
August 1, 2023

Closing Date:
September 5, 2023

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.

Position Summary

Duties

Working under the direction of the Principal Investigator, the
Research Technician I will be responsible for the organization and maintenance of common lab reagents/stocks as well as frozen cell stocks, training new lab member in different techniques including but not limited to cell culture, RT-qPCR and cell imaging (brightfield and fluorescent) and organization of the lab.

They will also support the work of other lab members by preparing reagents, maintaining equipment, checking inventories, and assisting/coordinating other routine experiments in the lab.

Prior experience with pluripotent stem cell culture, differentiation and manipulation is a major asset.

Qualifications:

At minimum a Bachelor's degree in a healthrelated field
A minimum of six months related technical experience
Selfmotivated and willing to accept temporary responsibilities outside of initial job description
Experience in routine cell culture and other general lab analysis techniques
Core competency in verbal and written communication skills
Maintenance of wellorganized records and documentation, inventories, data entry and analysis
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team
Excellent attention to detail and meticulous bench work
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint

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
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, onsite 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.

Vaccines (COVID and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.

UHN is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known in advance. Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

University Health Network thanks all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.