Research Technician I/ II
University Health Network
- Toronto, ON
- $50,669-71,273 per year
- Temporary
- Full-time
Site: Princess Margaret Cancer Centre
Department: Centre for Cancer Epigenomics
Reports to: Principal Investigator
Work Model: On-Site
Grade: B0:04 / B0:05
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: $50, 669 - $71, 273 per annum: To commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN compensation policy
Shifts: Monday - Friday
Status: Temporary Full-time (2 years contract)
Closing Date: May 26, 2024Position Summary
As a member of the Centre for Cancer Epigenomics at The Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Dr. Housheng Hansen He's laboratory is currently seeking applications for a Research Technician. This is a two-years position with potential of renewal.Duties
Duties and responsibilities include:
- 50% on lab management:
- reagent ordering
- lab organization
- biosafety certificate, REB and AUP application and renew.
- Write project summary and SOP
- 50% on routine wet lab work on molecular biology
- cell culture, western blot
- PCR and assist study of tumor xenograft in mice
- Completing assigned workload to ensure the efficient operation of the laboratory
- demonstrating understanding of the operational theories/procedures and performance characteristics of instruments/equipment
- efficient use of laboratory equipment and supplies
- performing cross-functional duties as assigned, or requested
- performing other duties related to and consistent with the job classification, as required.
- At minimum, completion of a B.Sc. in molecular biology/cancer biology, or a related field
- At minimum, 6 months of practical and related experience
- Knowledge of epigenetics, genomics and genetics
- Background in RNA biology and assays is an asset
- Experience in functional genomic screening, single-cell profiling and mouse work is an asset
- Demonstrated excellent publication record of scientific achievement (at least one first-author publication)
- Strong scientific writing and presentation skill
- Demonstrated record of interdisciplinary collaboration
- Self-motivated, independent and creative
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
- Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP
- 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, on-site gyms, etc.)