Laboratory Technician - Ottawa, Canada - University of Ottawa Heart Institute

University of Ottawa Heart Institute

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Ottawa, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Employment status:

Temporary. Full-time (8 hours/day). 12-month contract.

Function:

Full-time laboratory technician position available from February 1, 2023. The lab focuses on cells and cardiac electrophysiology studies.

Responsibilities:

Perform sterile tissue culture techniques to grow and maintain cells,
Preparing cells for flow cytometry, FISH and PCR analysis and in vivo experiments,
Perform immunostaining/immunohistochemistry and helping optimize techniques.
Monitor inventory, order materials and supplies in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Review and check off orders upon receipt.
Analyze data and maintain clear and accurate data records.
Use sterile techniques to avoid contaminating lab experiments.
Independently identifying additional tasks (other than those assigned) which need to be performed.
Use appropriate safety procedures for handling, storage, and disposal of biohazards,
Assist in the training of new lab personnel.

Basic requirements:

Experience with vector/cloning, viral vector preparation, gene cloning, site directed mutagenesis, PCR and protein biochemistry is preferred.
Minimum of a Bachelor's degree and related experience. An MSc. degree will be a plus.

Suitability:

Excellent interpersonal relations and communications skills, sound judgment and ability to foster a cooperative work environment
Strong ability to multitask
High level of adaptability
Attention to detail
Ability to learn and integrate new techniques & methodologies

Preferred qualifications:

To apply:

The University of Ottawa Heart Institute is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. Accommodations will be provided in all parts of the hiring process relating to any specialty requirements. Applicants should make their needs known in advance.

The Institute requires applicants to disclose their Covid-19 vaccination status prior to being interviewed. Upon hiring, applicants must provide government issued documentation proving they have been fully vaccinated.