Laboratory Associate - Vancouver, Canada - Imagia Canexia Health

Imagia Canexia Health

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Vancouver, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Laboratory Associate

Location:
Vancouver Laboratory (on-site)

Status:
Permanent Full-Time

Who we are

We believe everyone with cancer should have the same fighting chance to survive and thrive.

We work in a rapidly evolving field that attracts smart, talented people who are committed to making a difference for cancer patients.

But not everyone has access to the latest advances. People who join us are committed to bringing equity to critical aspects of cancer care. We are a lean and driven team building on this vision from the ground up.

Your mission

Imagia Canexia Health is looking for a Laboratory Associate to join our laboratory team.

Reporting to the Laboratory Manager, you will process clinical oncology samples and assist in developing our assays for cancer treatment selection and monitoring.

Your work directly helps identify targeted treatments and clinical trials that can benefit cancer patients.

What you'll do

Participate in standard clinical testing, assay development, and validation processes.
Adhere to laboratory accreditation standards of the Diagnostic Accreditation Program and the College of American Pathologists.
Perform laboratory procedures including sample accessioning, nucleic acid extraction, PCR, Real-Time PCR, next generation sequencing according to established Standard Operating Procedures.
Assist in the evaluation of technical procedures and provides input into the update of Standard Operating Procedures.
Monitor and evaluates quality control measures and take part in quality assurance activities.
Perform data entry and data retrieval from the Laboratory Information System. Completes laboratory worksheets and logs.
Prepare reagents, standards and quality control materials in accordance to Standard Operation Procedures.
Perform routine equipment maintenance, identifies and reports malfunctions.
Monitor laboratory supplies and restocks to appropriate levels.
Maintain a safe work environment by following established safe work practices and using personal protective equipment.
Perform other related duties as required.

Who you are
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Education & experience:You have a Bachelor's degree in molecular biology or equivalent and have 4 or more years of experience in either a molecular biology laboratory or a medical testing laboratory OR you have a Master's degree in molecular biology or equivalent and have 2 or more years of experience in either a molecular biology laboratory or a medical testing laboratory.
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Laboratory skills:Prior experience with standard molecular biology techniques such as PCR and next-generation sequencing, experience with high sample volume throughput and Laboratory Information Systems. Familiarity with Quality Management Systems is an asset.-
Interpersonal skills:Effective communication skills - both verbal and in writing. Able to work independently and in collaboration with others.
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Organizational skills: Able to organize and prioritize workload; able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, changing environment.
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Attention to detail:Possess a strong eye for detail and have meticulous work habits.
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Physically able: to perform the duties of the job.
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Flexibility:Able to work a flexible schedule during the week Monday-Friday.

Help us make cancer testing accessible to all

Imagia Canexia Health embraces a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce. We are an equal-opportunity employer.

You want to be part of this mission?

We thank all applicants, however, only those to be considered for an interview will be contacted.

Imagia Canexia Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

To be eligible for this position, an applicant must be legally entitled to work in Canada.