Research Technician II

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

*Repost*

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: $ to $ hourly or $60,496 to $75,620 annually
Hours:
Shifts: Day Shift
Status: Temporary Full Time
Closing Date: March 20, 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

• Bachelor's 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 )
• 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.

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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.