Research Technician I

Company Description

UHN is Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.

UHN’s vision is to build A Healthier World and it’s only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality.

Job Description

Union: Non-Union
Number of Vacancies: 2
New or Replacement Position: New
Site: Princess Margaret Cancer Research Tower
Department: Research
Reports to: Principal Investigators
Salary Range: $ - $ per hour
Hours: per week
Shifts: Day
Status: TemporaryFull-time (1 year contract, possible extension)
Closing Date: July 3, 2026

Position Summary
We are seeking two motivated, detail-oriented Research Technicians to join our laboratory team focused on fibrosis-related diseases. This role is ideal for someone with hands-on experience in primary cell culture and foundational laboratory techniques such as Western blot, RT-qPCR, and ELISA, who is eager to learn, take initiative, and contribute to a collaborative research environment. Experience handling small animals is a plus.

Duties

• In vitro screening (ELISA, WB, rt-qPCR) of compounds synthesised by our collaborators in multiple primary cells.
• Maintain cell lines, prepare reagents
• Collect and record experimental data, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Organize laboratory materials, maintain inventory, and participate to lab chores.
• Enter and maintain accurate data in laboratory databases and shared records.
• Follow established laboratory safety guidelines at all times. Work under the direction of more senior staff; work is reviewed periodically to ensure conformity to established standards
• Handle biological materials, chemicals, and equipment in compliance with safety protocols.
• Contribute to maintaining a safe and orderly work environment.

Qualifications

• At minimum, completion of a Bachelor's degree in a health or science related discipline, required Master's degree an asset
• At minimum, 6 months of relevant hands-on experience in cell culture, biochemistry, or related laboratory techniques, required
• Experience with mammalian cell culture (cancer or primary)
• Experience with biochemistry techniques such as Western blot, RT-qPCR, and ELISA
• Ability to follow established protocols with accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong record-keeping and data-entry skills
• Experience isolating primary cells from mouse or human tissue, an asset
• Demonstrated commitment to laboratory safety practices
• Willingness and enthusiasm to learn new techniques
• Prior experience handling small animals, an asset
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Good communication and presentation skills (MS Office proficiency)

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 )
• 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.

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.