236 - Research Technician Ii - Winnipeg, Canada - CancerCare Manitoba

CancerCare Manitoba

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Winnipeg, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Research Technician II

Paul Albrechtsen Research Institute - MacCharles

Term, Full-time (1.0 EFT) - Grant Funded

September 1, August 30, 2024 (may expire with 2 weeks' notice)

Competition#

Job Summary:

Following experimental designs established by a scientist, graduate student or more senior technician, positions at this level provide a wide variety of routine standardized technical assistance and analysis, or perform routines developed for specialized experiments, under general supervision, except when new techniques are being learned.

Incumbents are expected to work on their own initiative once routines have been mastered.

Incumbents direct, train and provide orientation to new employees at the same or more junior level and train or demonstrate techniques to students using established guidelines and procedures.

Incumbents are expected to perform any duties performed by Research Technician 1s as required to support the activities of the unit.

Qualifications:

_Required:
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Level of Formal Education & Experience_
Bachelor's Degree in a related study area, including laboratory analysis techniques.

- or

High school completion with jobrelated options with a minimum of four years = directlyrelated experience.

An acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Skills and abilities_
Experience with jobrelated software such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
Experience and/or ability to learn statistical/analytical software.
Capable of learning and mastering new techniques.
Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as a member of a team.
Ability to train staff and students in techniques used in the workplace.
Some positions require experience overseeing the work of others.
Knowledge of WHMIS and hazardous materials, animal/human ethics protocols and regulations.
Physical Requirements_
Physically capable of performing the duties as assigned, which may include mobility and/or moderate to heavy lifting.
Other_
Some positions require incumbent to possess philosophy compatible with animalbased research.
Ability to complete relevant courses and/or obtain relevant certifications (e.g., WHIMIS, Animal User Training, human/animal ethics)
Must hold a satisfactory employment record
Must be able to legally work in Canada

_Preferred:
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Experience working with cell culture, molecular biology techniques (e.g., RNAsequencing, Western blot, immunoprecipitation, cloning, DNA sequencing, etc), flow cytometry, microscopy, tissue preparation
Ability to speak French

Salary:
Non-Union

Interested and qualified applicants are invited to submit a detailed and current resume, plus cover letter demonstrating how you meet the above qualifications.

**Closing Date: August 17, 2024