Research Technician II
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Job Summary
Union: Non-Union
Number of Vacancies: 1
New or Replacement Position: Replacement
Site: Toronto General Hospital
Department: Cardiovascular dept.
Reports to: Dr. Jennifer Chung
Salary Range: $31.02 to $38.78 hourly or $60496 to $75620 annually
Hours: 37.5/week
Shifts: Day Shift
Status: Temporary Full Time
Closing Date: February 5 2026
Position Summary
The Translational Aortic Research Group a collaboration between University Health Network and the University of Toronto seeks a full-time Research Technician under the supervision of Dr. Jennifer Chung (Division of Cardiac Surgery) and Prof. Craig Simmons (Translational Biology and Engineering Program Ted Rogers Centre for Heart Research). Responsibilities include maintaining a comprehensive aortic database and tissue bank conducting mechanical testing on aortic tissue performing histology and assisting with basic lab work and data analysis. We are seeking a detail-oriented and dependable candidate preferably with an engineering background and prior experience in bench lab research.
Duties
- Compiles and organizes data from various sources to maintain the aortic database and tissue bank efficiently.
- Conducts mechanical testing on aortic tissue samples following standardized protocols.
- Performs histology procedures including tissue sectioning staining and microscopy analysis.
- Communicates experimental findings effectively and maintains accurate records of all experimental data.
- Monitors and ensures the proper maintenance of laboratory equipment and chemical/cell stocks.
Qualifications :
- Bachelors Degree in Engineering or biological sciences.
- Minimum 1 year lab experience preferably in bench research.
- Applies technical skills precisely in routine lab procedures.
- Exercises good judgement within established guidelines.
- Collaborates well under supervision seeks guidance as needed.
- Self-motivated proactive learner.
- Can assist and train other lab personnel.
- Communicates effectively verbally and in writing.
- Primarily interacts with supervisors and fellow technicians promoting teamwork.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
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 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 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 :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Laboratory Experience
- Spss
- Data Collection
- DNA Isolation
- Stata
- Biochemistry
- Qualitative Research Interviewing
- Research Experience
- Statistical Software
- Molecular Biology
- Research Laboratory Experience
- Western Blot
About Company
The University Health Network, where above all else the needs of patients come first, encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, t ... View more
