Animal Health Technician RESP (Research Institute)
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17 hours ago
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Job Summary
Do you want to work for a world-renowned research institute that pushes the boundaries of biomedical science and health research Right here in Montreal! At the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) you can be part of an organization focused on scientific discovery and innovation in patient-centered medicine. Join us today and make a difference!
Job Description
RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF THE MUHC
The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) is a world-renowned biomedical and hospital research centre. Located in Montreal Quebec the Institute is the research arm of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at McGill University. The RI-MUHC is supported in part by the Fonds de recherche du Québec - Santé (FRQS).
Position summary
Under the supervision of Dr Salman Qureshi the technician will perform animal care-related duties technical procedures and administrative duties related to the use of laboratory animals.
General Duties
Performs animal health-related duties: observes and performs physical examinations of animals
Prepares the required equipment instruments and reagents for surgery or procedures and provide surgical pre and post-op care
Conducts routine and specialized techniques on laboratory animals (intranasal intraperitoneal or intravenous injections intratracheal surgery and organ harvesting)
Performs simple mouse-related laboratory tasks (mouse genotyping by PCR and homogenizing organs)
Performs husbandry and technical duties related to the care and maintenance of animals (breeding weaning identification by ear punch and humane euthanasia)
Helps maintain inventory of materials controlled drugs and small equipment
Operates and monitors appropriate equipment tools materials and instruments
Administrative duties (data entry to keep the colony books up-to-date and inventories).
Required Skills
Ability to work independently or with teams with minimum supervision.
Additional information
Status: Temporary full time (35-hour workweek)
Pay Scale: Commensurate with education and experience. $44408.00 - $82427.80.
Work Shift: Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm
Work Site: GLEN Site 1001 boul. Decarie
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Why work with us
4-week vacation 5th week after 5 years
Bank of 12 paid days (personal days and days for sickness or family obligations)
13 paid statutory holidays
Modular group insurance plan (including gender affirmation coverage)
Telemedicine
RREGOP (defined benefit government pension plan)
Training and professional development opportunities
Child Care Centres
Corporate Discounts (OPUS Perkopolis)
Competitive monthly parking rate
Employee Assistance Program
Recognition Program
Flex work options and much more!
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Equal Opportunity Employment Program
The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity diversity and inclusion within its community. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who self-identify as members of racialized groups/visible minorities women Indigenous persons persons with disabilities ethnic minorities and 2SLGBTQIA persons. We also welcome candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may confidentially contact
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Crisis Management
- Motivational Interviewing
- Patient Care
- Behavioral Health
- Intake Experience
- Case Management
- Experience with Children
- Mental Health Counseling
- Psychotherapy
- PTSD Care
- Social Work
- Addiction Counseling
About Company
The McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) is a bilingual academic health network, and one of the largest and most modern in North America. We provide tertiary and quaternary care to the population of Montreal and Quebec. In other words, care that requires hospitalization, complex sur ... View more
