Research Technician - Halifax, Canada - Dalhousie University

Dalhousie University
Dalhousie University
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Halifax, Canada

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Description

Position Details:


  • Position Information
    Position Title
  • Research Technician

Department/Unit

  • Microbiology & Immunology

Research Project

  • Immunoregulation of Chronic Diseases
  • Mechanisms and Treatment Development

Location

  • Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Posting Number

  • GP6623

Employee Group

  • Grant-Paid

Position Type

  • Term

Duration of Contract (if applicable)

  • 1 year, with possibility of renewal

Employment Type

  • Full Time

Full-time Equivalency (FTE)

  • 1.0

Salary
- $35,000 - $55,000 per annum (35 hours per week)


About the Organization

  • The Umeshappa Laboratory is located within the Department of Microbiology and Immunology at Dalhousie University. The research project "Immunoregulation of Chronic Diseases
  • Mechanisms and Treatment Development
" is mainly focused on development of immunotherapeutics against chronic diseases such as cancer and autoimmunity.


Job Summary

  • Reporting to the Principal Investigator (PI), the Research Technician will facilitate the laboratory's research and
-
provide technical support in performing research.


Key Responsibilities

  • Research chronic disease models in murine systems under the PI's direction (e.g., conduct biomedical laboratory tests, immunological and molecular biology related experiments, and analyses).
  • Breed, maintain and monitor mice, and harvest tissue samples.
  • Order reagents, chemicals, and instruments as well as maintain lab equipment and supplies.
  • Provide support to research personnel as needed and training to others in operation of equipment and laboratory protocols.
  • Assist in the preparation of material for publication and presentation as required.

Note

  • Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work inperson on campus.

Required Qualifications

  • Undergraduate degree in Biological Sciences, Immunology, or related field with a minimum of two years of experience in biology research, including _in vivo_ studies/experiments.
  • Experience performing immunological and molecular biology works, handling animals, administering injections, and collecting tissue.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with good proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.
  • Demonstrated ability to follow established guidelines and protocols and to complete work assignments in an effective and efficient manner.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, critical thinking, and problemsolving skills.

Assets

  • Master's degree in Biological Sciences
    , Immunology
    , or related field.
  • Experience in clinical research.

Additional Information

  • Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a voluntary _
  • RRSP_
- , health and dental plans and an employee and family assistance program._


Application Consideration

Diversity Statement

  • Posting Detail Information
    Number of Vacancies
  • 1

Open Date

  • 08/28/2023

Close Date

  • 09/19/2023

Open Until Filled

  • No
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