Research Technical Assistant - Toronto, Canada - University Health Network

University Health Network

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Toronto, Canada

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Description

Job Posting #:922420

Site:
Princess Margaret Cancer Centre

Department:
UHN Biospecimen Services

Reports to:
Core Facility Manager

Hours:35 hours per week

Salary:
$ $25.73 per hourly: To commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN compensation policy

Status:
Temporary Full-Time - 1year contract

Posted Date:
August 1, 2023

Closing Date:
Until Filled

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

Are you interested in a career in medical research? If so, a position with UHN Biospecimen Services is a great way to get there.

Our UHN Biobank Program processes and stores research samples from patients with cancer, infectious and other diseases, or who are undergoing organ transplantation.

The biospecimens are used by world-class medical researchers at Canada's largest academic hospital system, University Health Network.

Duties
We are looking for an outstanding, recent graduates in the Life Sciences to be part of our team.

UHN Biobank Research Technical Assistants will work with permanent staff in the three areas of the Program:
Biobanking (research specimen banking and distribution), Information Technology and Biospecimen Analysis.

As a Research Technical Assistant with our program, you may participate in coordinating research projects such as personalized medicine clinical trials.

You may also be involved in processing blood and body fluids from patients participating in our collaborator's projects. You will have the opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art Biobank supporting cutting edge research at UHN. As part of our team you may also have an opportunity to present at internal scientific meetings.

Qualifications

At a minimum Community College required; recent Bachelor of Science degree in Life Sciences, Bioinformatics or other related field preferred. Other requirements
Undergraduate coursework in human anatomy, physiology and molecular biology preferred
Demonstrated interest in human diseases such as cancer, cardiovascular and infectious diseases, and multiorgan transplantation
Familiarity with medical terminology
Three (3) months related research or technical experience
Selfstarter able to work independently and as part of a team
Excellent problem recognition and problem solving abilities
Effective organizational, time management and prioritization skills
Good verbal and written communication
Client service experience an asset

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.