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

Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute

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Toronto, Canada

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Reference Number:

Posted Date:3/14/2023

Closing Date:4/15/2023

Department:
LTRI ( Network Biology Collaborative Centre)

Position:
Technician II (Proteomics Research)

POSITION TITLE

Technician II ( Proteomics Research)
DEPARTMENT
LTRI
EMPLOYMENT TYPE
Regular Full Time
HOURS OF WORK
37.5 hours per week
EMPLOYEE GROUP
Non Union
REPORTS TO
Principal Investigator
POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Network Biology Collaborative Centre is a state-of-the-art facility that provides scientists with a functional understanding of genes and gene products in human health.

It comprises complementary facilities that can be used reciprocally to flesh out protein function in health and disease states. As a Proteomics Technician, you will work under the direction of Dr. Anne-Claude Gingras, a renowned expert in protein-protein interactions and cell signalling.

The proteomics facility of the NBCC provides collaboration, expert advice, service, training, and open access to advanced mass spectrometry technologies to the local and national scientific community.

Our facility currently houses six mass spectrometers, all equipped with NanoLC systems:

a Bruker timsTOF SCP, a Bruker timsTOF Pro 2, a Thermo Fusion Lumos Orbitrap, and 3 SCIEX TripleTOF 6600 mass spectrometers.

Our team contributed their proteomics expertise to >90 publications in the past 5 years. We work closely as a team and value complementarity in backgrounds and expertise.

As a member of the Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute at Sinai Health, you will also be part of a dynamic and collaborative research community at the forefront of biomedical research.

The Institute is recognized as one of the leading research institutions in Canada, and it is home to world-class researchers dedicated to improving human health.

The Institute is located in the heart of Toronto, a diverse and multicultural city, with a high quality of life and excellent amenities.

As Canada's largest city, it is a vibrant hub of innovation and research with many world-class research institutes and hospitals, making it an ideal location for those who are passionate about scientific discovery.

Responsibilities:

Perform proteomic experiments, including sample preparation, LC-MS/MS analysis, and data analysis
Perform molecular and cell biology experiments, including growing and harvesting cells
Interpret results and report findings to other members of the research team
Maintain and troubleshoot LC-MS/MS instrumentation
Maintain accurate records of all experiments and results
Contribute to the establishment of protocols and SOP documents
Ensure laboratory supplies are appropriately stocked and prepare lab reagents
Assist users with instrument training
Assist with daytoday operations of the proteomics facility

Qualifications:

A Bachelor's or Master's degree in biochemistry, molecular biology, chemistry, or a related field
Minimum one (1) year of laboratory experience; more extensive experience an asset
Strong organizational and timemanagement skills and attention to detail
Strong analytical and problemsolving skills
Ability to work independently or as part of a team
Basic proficiency with molecular and cellular biology techniques or chemistry techniques
Demonstrated enthusiasm and interest in biology and/or analytical chemistry
Experience in proteomics research and/or sample preparation, such as cell harvest, protein extraction, protein digestion, sample cleanup is a major asset
Experience with LC-MS/MS instrumentation is preferred
To ensure the safety and wellbeing of all our people and patients, Sinai Health has made it a priority to support everyone in getting vaccinated against COVID19. Consistent with this, our Staff Immunization & Surveillance Policy was recently updated to include the requirement for full vaccination currently defined as receiving two doses and serving a 14day waiting period following the second dose in order to be able to work at Sinai Health. To be compliant with our updated Policy, you must provide proof of dual COVID19 vaccination, as indicated on the Prospective Immunization and Surveillance Policy Information Sheet, in order to be eligible for employment at Sinai Health. If you believe you are one of the very few people who may require an exemption from vaccination, supporting medical information must be submitted to our Occupational Health department, who will review and assess._
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