Research Technician II

Company Description

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, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education.

With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning , the University Health Network (UHN), Canada’s largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers.

UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.

Job Description

Union : Non-Union

Site : Princess Margaret Cancer Centre

Department : Princess Margaret Genomics Centre

Reports to : Principal Investigator

Work Model : On-Site

Grade : B0 : 05

Hours : hours per week

Salary : $57, - $71 annually. To commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN compensation policy

Shifts : Monday - Friday

Status : Permanent Full-Time

Closing Date : July 31, 2024

Position Summary

The Princess Margaret Genomics Centre is seeking a full-time Research Technician II, with potential for advancement within the PMGC team.

The successful candidate will also contribute to QC of client-submitted sequence-ready libraries. As an integral member at the Genomics Centre, a core facility, the research technician must be dedicated and result-driven and will be involved in all aspects of service projects, following SOPs and meeting target deadlines.

Duties

Working under the direction of senior staff, the successful applicant will utilize SOPs to :

• Perform genomics library preparation (RNA, whole genome, exome).
• This includes QC of input material (RNA and DNA), following SOPs for construction, and QC of the final products.
• Onboarding of samples from and communication with clients
• RNA-seq library production
• Whole genome and exome library production
• DNA epigenetic profiling (ATAC, methylation) library construction
• Input sample QC by BioAnalyzer, Nanodrop, and fluorimetry
• Final library QC by BioAnalyzer
• Entry of sample and library information into LIMS

Qualifications

• BSc in genomics, molecular biology or related discipline is required
• 3 years related experience is required.
• At least 1 year of experience with standard molecular biology laboratory techniques is required, such as : PCR reaction set up and purificationqPCR reaction assembly and data interpretation Nucleic acid quantification by spectrophotometry and fluorimetry
• Experience with using LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System) is an asset
• Experience with Illumina DNA sequencing library construction workflows is an asset
• A willingness to learn new techniques and technologies
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and accurately under deadlines
• Meticulous and detail-oriented
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in a team environment

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.

All UHN Employees are required to be fully vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccine series, approved by Health Canada or the World Health Organization, as a condition of hire.

Proof of COVID-19 vaccination will be required. Should you be the successful candidate, you will be required to comply with UHN’s mandatory Vaccination Policy that is in effect.

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.