Laboratory Technician - Toronto, Canada - University of Toronto

University of Toronto

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Toronto, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Date Posted:08/31/2023

Req ID: 33742

Faculty/Division:
Faculty of Pharmacy

Department:
Faculty of Pharmacy

Campus:
St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Position Number:

Description:

About us:

With nearly 1,000 undergraduate and over 140 graduate students walking the halls of our iconic building, the University of Toronto's Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy is a recognized global leader in the fields of pharmacy education and research.

Together, we are moving science and health through a focus on excellence and innovation.

With over 180 faculty members including researchers, clinician scientists, clinical educators and community, hospital and affiliated experts, we are the top faculty of pharmacy in Canada and ranked among the top globally.

We are committed to offering leading-edge pharmacy education programs and driving innovation and discovery in the pharmaceutical sciences. Our scientists are catalysts for the discovery of novel therapeutic targets, new drugs, medical devices, diagnostic tests and new solutions to provide the safest, most effective and affordable therapies for patients
and methodologies to foster pharmacy practiceexcellence.

Your opportunity:

As a Laboratory Technician, you will be responsible for preparing common buffers, solutions, stocks, agar plates, and other materials. Preparing biological materials like competent cells, cell lysate, etc. Organizing the store, and keeping track of supplies; and updating inventory. You will also be responsible for washing/autoclave plastics, glassware, waste and organizing the lab for optimal workflow.

We are looking for a dynamic and motivated individual who would like to further develop essential skills and valuable experiences in biotechnology and molecular biology.

Individuals that have strong critical thinking, theability to work on a team, are organized, and would enjoy helping to support research dedicated to improving the accessibility of health care are encouraged to apply.

Your responsibilities will include:

Following rules and procedural instructions when restocking glassware in laboratories and/or store rooms
Paying close attention to occupational safety precautions
Providing orientation to others on work procedures and practices
Maintain/update shared online folders with common experimental protocols
Maintain equipment in proper working order and maintain a clean work area
Organize equipment repairs and organize general lab cleaning twice a year

Essential Qualifications:

Bachelor's of Science Degree in molecular Biology and/or Biochemistry, or acceptable combination of equivalent experience
Minimum 2 years of Laboratory Technician experience in a molecular biology laboratory
Practical experience in aseptic handling and molecular techniques
Knowledge of Microsoft Office and other relevant computer programs
Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask
Excellent organizational skills and ability to implement new/optimized procedures

Assets (Nonessential):

MSc in Molecular Biology is considered an asset

To be successful in this role you will be:

Meticulous
Multitasker
Organized
Procedural

NOTE:
This is a one (1) year term position.

Closing Date: 09/11/2023, 11:59PM ET

Employee Group:

USW

Appointment Type:
Budget - Term

Schedule:
Full-Time

NOTE:
This is a one (1) year term position.

Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:

Job Category:
Research Administration & Teaching

Recruiter:
Blythe Campbell

**Lived Experience Statement