Research Laboratory Technician
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Req ID: 221719
Department/Program: CCFV Research Services
Location:Halifax
Type of Employment: TemporaryHourly FT long-assignment (100% FTE) for 12 monthsx 1position(s)
Start Date: June 2026
Union Status:Research Management/Non Union Bargaining Unit
Compensation: $24.4006 - $30.5002/hour
Closing Date: June 4 2026 (Applications are accepted until 23:59 Atlantic Time)
IWK Health is a respected academic health sciences centre located in Halifax Nova Scotia providing tertiary and primary care for two million children youth adults and families each year across the Atlantic region. We have a team of approximately 4000 employees physicians volunteers and learners at sites across Nova Scotia. People build careers with IWK Health with our focus on training and mentorship opportunities. We recognize each others talent and celebrate our successes. We collaborate in modern facilities or virtually from home align our work to our values and enjoy access to enhanced benefits and wellness programs. We are proud to support our patients families and communities and are grateful for the generous donor support we receive.
Promoting an anti-racist environment and calling out discrimination as we work and provide care is important to us. We are located in Mikmaki the unceded and ancestral territory of the Mikmaq people. Working in Mikmaki and providing care to those across Atlantic Canada is a shared privilege with the original inhabitants who have lived here for many thousands of years prior to colonization. There are 13 First Nation communities across Nova Scotia and more than 50 historic African Nova Scotian communities who also have a long deep and complex history dating back over 400 years. We have the highest percentage of people with disabilities in the country. Nova Scotia has the highest proportions of transgender and non-binary people than any other province or territory in the country. We are active in our work to eliminate discrimination but have more work to do to build that trust acknowledge our biases and reduce the barriers our diverse communities face. We want IWK Health to be a safe and supportive space of equity and belonging in the care we provide and the employment we offer. We welcome all interested persons who self-identify as Indigenous Black/African Nova Scotians Persons of Colour Immigrants/Newcomers Persons with Disabilities 2SLGBTQIA to apply to support our goal for our workforce to be representative of the patients families and communities that we care for at all job levels.
The Research Laboratory Technician reports to the Director Laboratory Operations and is responsible for but not limited to performing various lab assays and procedures with knowledge and application of Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) as necessary.
Responsibilities:
Carry out a range of assays including but not limited to PCR ELISA and microimmunassays
Assays results: Calculate check interpret and report data for clinical or non-clinical CCfV
research studies
Receive and process specimens according to study protocols; pick-up specimens from hospital
labs as scheduled
Maintain specimen records and databases
Prepare specimens shipments with the appropriate documentation as per guidelines
Operate and maintain lab equipment according to protocols
Monitor stock/supplies and reagents for ordering and disposal purposes
Perform a variety of daily lab maintenance tasks e.g equipment temperature checks
General administrative lab support as required
8:00am - 4:00pm Monday to Friday
75 hours biweekly
Relevant Bachelors Degree or Diploma education (Microbiology Biology Science)
Minimum 3 years related experience is required; combination of post secondary education and experience may be considered
Strong problem-solving and leadership skills are an asset
Excellent time management skills
Understands research ethics in concept and in practice
Knowledge of Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and/or Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP) and/or Tri-Council Policy Statement (TCPS 2) is considered and asset
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word Excel PowerPoint) required
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail
Knowledge of complex lab instruments and equipment
Effective communication skills both oral and written and excellent interpersonal skills
Self-motivated and possess strong organizational skills
Aptitude for mathematics and science
Ability to perform detailed work and maintain a high level of accuracy
Thank you for your interest in IWK Health.
Please note that we only contact applicants selected for interview/testing. If we invite you to participate in an assessment process (such as an interview or testing) you have the right to request accommodation. Please discuss your needs when invited to the assessment process.
This is a Management/Non Union bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Successful applicants changing unions bargaining units or employment status are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority benefits and vacation entitlement and/or usage prior to accepting the position.
An offer of employment is conditional upon the completion and satisfactory results of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials.
If you are an employee ofIWK Health please apply through the internal careers page to ensure you are flagged as an internal applicant.
Required Experience:
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