Research Technician I

Union : NonUnion

Site : Krembil

Department : Research

Reports to : Senior Scientist II

Work Model :  OnSite

Grade :   B0 : 04

Hours : 37.5

Salary : $26.76 $33.45 per hour (To commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN compensation policy)

Shifts : Monday Friday

Status : Temporary FullTime

Closing Date : Dec. 15 2024

Position Summary

A Research Technician position is available in Toronto Canada in the laboratory of Dr. Donald Weaver at the Krembil Research Institute Toronto Western Hospital University Health Network.The research focus is on designing and developing potential therapeutic entities for neurodegenerative disorders such as dementia. The successful applicant will utilize standardized laboratory techniques and procedures in in vitro biology applications; perform experiments and analysis; communicate and maintain records of experimental data. We expect strong commitment good communication skills and ability to work in a multidisciplinary environment with highly qualified professionals from international backgrounds.

Duties

• Assisting in the development of new cellfree and cellbased assays.
• Routine screening of compounds inin vitro and cellbased assays.
• Documentation and analysis of experimental results and the independent preparation of reports.
• Review of scientific literature and application to current and future assay development.
• Monitoring and maintenance of equipment and supplies.

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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.

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.

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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.

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