Research Technician II

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Union: Non-Union
Site: Princess Margaret Cancer Centre
Department: Princess Margaret Research Institute
Reports to: Principal Investigator
Work Model: On-Site
Grade: B0:05
Hours: 35 hours per week
Salary: $30.12- $37.65 per hour: To commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN compensation policy
Shifts: Monday - Friday
Status: Temporary Full Time (1 year with possibility to renew)
Closing Date: October 31, 2024

Position Summary
The Princess Margaret Cancer Centre is seeking a temporary full-time Research Technician II. Working under the direction of senior staff, the successful applicant will utilize standardized laboratory techniques and procedures in genomics and molecular biology experiments on patients samples used for our studies. Our Lab studies on Central Nervous System (CNS) tumors including meningioma, glioblastoma and neurofibroma, schwannoma and more. we use a variety of molecular profiling techniques and a multi-omics approach to investigate our CNS tumors of interest.

Duties

Working under the direction of senior staff, the successful applicant:

• Perform molecular biology experiments such as nucleic acid extraction from liquid biopsy, frozen and /or Formalin-Fixed Paraffin-Embedded (FFPE) tissue specimens.
• Prepare genomic and protein materials for genomic, epigenetic and proteomic studies using commercially available kits and published protocols.
• Handle inventory management tasks, including stocking necessary reagents and materials.
• Support lab organization by maintaining equipment and supplies and ensuring a clean and safe working environment.

• At minimum, BSc in genomics, molecular biology, immunology or related discipline is required
• At minimum, 3 years of related experience
• A willingness to learn new techniques and technologies is required.
• Demonstrated excellent organizational and time management skills are required.
• Ability to work independently and accurately under deadlines is required.
• Meticulous and detail-oriented lab performance is required.
• Proficient in handling of single and multichannel pipettes for standard molecular biology and genomic laboratory techniques such as PCR, quantitative PCR, and nucleic acid and protein preparation and quantification
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in a team environment is required.

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
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/)
• 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, on-site 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.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

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Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.