Technician I - Toronto, Canada - Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute

Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute

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Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Reference Number:

Posted Date:11/14/2023

Closing Date:12/8/2023

Department:

LTRI

Position:
Technician I

POSITION TITLE

Technician I
DEPARTMENT
LTRI
EMPLOYMENT TYPE
Temporary, Full-Time
HOURS OF WORK
37.5 hours per week
EMPLOYEE GROUP
Non-Union
REPORTS TO
Principal InvestigatorThe Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute of Sinai Health, a University of Toronto affiliated research centre, is one of the world's leading centres in biomedical research. With groundbreaking discoveries in research areas such as diabetes, genetic disorders, cancer and women's and infants' health, the Institute is committed to excellence in health research and the training of young investigators. Strong partnerships with the clinical programs of Sinai Health System ensure that scientific knowledge is used to promote human health. Your significant contributions will assist in maintaining our momentum in advancing our research.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Technician I will facilitate and lead various lab-based research projects with little supervision, as well as perform other research duties as assigned by the Principal Investigator or their designate.

Projects will require theoretical insight, interpretation of data and the extraction of pertinent information from technical literature.

The incumbent will assist with the modification of procedures, as well as designing or creating new procedures/ technical approaches as necessary based on experimental results.

The Technician I will have to continuously facilitate the flow of work and act as a source of information for research activities on a regular basis.

Tact, good judgment, organizational skills, and manual dexterity are essential for this position.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Laboratory work:

Compiling data, performing routine standardized techniques, procedures and experiments.
Responsible for organization of the laboratory and its daytoday operations (order supplies, maintain budgets, and assist with the development of new standard operating procedures).

General:

Organize and maintain research documents and database of all project activities within the group in a structured manner. Coordinate and periodically update all regulatory files and binders for research studies.
Hold regular weekly meetings with the Principal Investigator and research study team to provide uptodate status on research activities.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited University
A one year of relevant experience in a laboratory and clinical research environment is preferred.
Must be versatile, flexible, and selfmotivated.
Experience with data management.
Must possess good communication skills (verbal, written and presentation) and be comfortable engaging and exchanging information with other members of the lab.
Demonstrated analytical and problemsolving abilities with strong attention to detail.
Ability to work with a variety of individuals in a cooperative manner, both independently and as part of a team.
Good organizational and time management skills, professionalism, dependability.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and expertise in database management and data analysis.

Safety Requirement

Maintain personal certifications as required by Safety Office.
Maintain the lab's safety requirements as required by Safety Office.
Maintain current labspecific Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) including work with hazardous chemicals and biological agents, hazardous waste disposal, etc.
Maintain the lab's chemical Inventory.
Contribute to the training the lab members on labspecific procedures.
A recent Provincial Directive mandates all employees of public hospitals in Ontario to be either fully vaccinated for COVID19 or be regularly tested. All new employees joining Sinai Health must be fully vaccinated for COVID19 or have received at least one dose of a COVID19 vaccine and be on track toward full vaccination within six (6) weeks; participating in mandatory twice weekly Rapid Antigen Testing Program until fully vaccinated. There are very limited circumstances in which approval will be given for a medical exemption from receiving the COVID19 vaccine._
The Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute is a scent sensitive environment, and all members of the community are expected to refrain from wearing or using scented products while visiting or working at the Institute. We also support a barrierfree workplace supported by the Institute's accessibility plan, accommodation and disability management policies and procedures. Should you require accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, including accessible job postings, please contact the Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Human Resources Department.