Research Technician I
Research Technician I
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Job Description
Union: NonUnion
Site: Princess Margaret Health Research Tower
Department: McEwen Stem Cell Institute
Reports to: Principal Investigator
Work Model: OnSite
Hours: 37.5
Shifts: Days
Status: Permanent FullTime
Closing Date: June 6 2025
A Research Technician I position is available at the McEwen Stem Cell Institute. The successful candidate will contribute to studies aimed at developing novel therapies for ischemic heart disease based on pluripotent stem cells. Working under the direction of the Principal investigator the Research Technician I will work with team members in manufacturing stem cellderived cardiac cell types based on established protocols and standardized techniques. The candidate will support the work of other lab members by preparing reagents maintaining equipment checking inventories placing orders and assisting/coordinating other routine activities in the lab.
The candidate may also have the opportunity to assist in the delivery of the cell products in animal models (rodent and swine) of cardiac injury under the training and supervision of a highly experienced animal surgeon.
Qualified candidates should have more than 6 months of prior experience in routine cell culture quality control (e.g. flow cytometry and other molecular techniques). They must demonstrate core competency in written and verbal communication as well as the communication and maintenance of records of experimental data.
Qualified candidates should be capable of working well with people from different disciplines and with varying levels of technical expertise.
Candidates must also be available to complete cell culture duties at least one weekend day per month (Saturday or Sunday 4 hours per day as part of your 37.5 hour work week). Strong preference will be given to candidates available more than one weekend day per month.
Prior experience with pluripotent stem cell culture differentiation and manipulation is a major asset. Experience in survival surgery or surgical procedures in animal models is an asset.
Qualifications :
- At minimum a Bachelors degree in a healthrelated field
- A minimum of six months related technical experience
- Experience in routine cell culture and other general lab analysis techniques
- Core competency in verbal and written communication skills
- Maintenance of wellorganized records and documentation inventories data entry and analysis
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Excellent attention to detail and meticulous bench work
- Selfmotivated and willing to accept temporary responsibilities outside of initial job description
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word Excel and PowerPoint
If you are interested in making your contribution at UHN please apply online. You will be asked to copy and paste as well as attach your resume and covering letter. You will also be required to complete some initial screening questions.
For current UHN employees only those who have successfully completed their probationary period have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHNs attendance management program and possess all the required experience and qualifications should apply.
UHN thanks all applicants however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
UHN is a respectful caring and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility diversity and equal opportunity. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the Bonafide for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known when contacted.
Additional Information :
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 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 onsite gyms etc.)
Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHNs attendance management program to be eligible for consideration.
All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.
UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.
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.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
