Research Technician Ii/iii/iv - Toronto, Canada - University Health Network

University Health Network

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Toronto, Canada

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Description

Job Title:
Research Technician II/III/IV (Permanent Full-Time)

Job Posting #: 925970

Union:
NON-UNION

Site:
Princess Margaret Research Institute

Department:
Radiation Oncology**
Reports to:Principal Investigator**
Hours:37.5 hours per week

Salary:
$57, ,625: To commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN compensation policy

Status:
Permanent Full-time

Posted Date:
October 26, 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

Duties

Cell culture, lentiviral transduction, CRISPR gene editing, flow cytometry
DNA/RNA extraction, quantitative realtime PCR
ELISAs, western blotting, immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence
Mouse handling, I.P. injection, venipuncture
Assists with lab and animal use protocol submissions
Orders and maintains inventories of supplies, animals, and/or equipment
Communicate analysis in verbal, written, and graphical format

Qualifications

At least 3 years of experience with nucleic acid isolation, quantitative realtime PCR, ELISAs, western blotting, immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence, cell culture, lentiviral transduction, CRISPR gene editing, flow cytometry, and mouse handling
Experience with Incucyte, X-RAD 225Cx, Fluorescence Microscopy, and/or GraphPad are assets
Willingness to learn new techniques and technologies
Ability to work accurately and meet deadlines

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.