About SickKids

Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education. Our reputation would not have been built - nor could it be maintained - without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day. SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice.

When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfill our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.

Don't miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world's best in paediatric healthcare.

Position Description

Research Technologist I

The successful applicant will be responsible for management and day-to-day operations of a comprehensive biobank that will support world-class clinical and translational research in the department of Cell and Systems Biology at The Hospital for Sick Children. The successful applicant will also be responsible for applying technical knowledge and skills to perform basic laboratory procedures and experiments including animal work. Projects will involve genetics, molecular biology, bacteriology, immunology, cell biology and protein work. He/she will also be expected to provide technical assistance to other lab members and participate in other lab duties.

Here's What You'll Get To Do:

• All aspect of analytical sample handling including receiving, processing, archiving and retrieval of human biological samples.
• Ensure biobank databases and biological samples inventories are up to date
• Assist with biobank database queries and sample/information transfer requests
• Handle and process DNA, RNA, protein, and cells
• Provide technical assistance to fellow lab members including mouse work
• Performing under general supervision, setting up and maintaining lab equipment, employing standard procedures and practices, learning new protocols and procedures as needed
• Assisting in developing, testing, revising methods, practices and procedures including write-up of workflows, SOPs and other documentation
• Provide training to new students and staff on basic lab techniques as well as animal work

Here's What You'll Need:

• Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent working experience.

Practical knowledge of current techniques including RNA/DNA extraction, cDNA synthesis, and quantitative real time PCR

• Experience with mouse work such as injection, dissection, blood collection
• Experience with flow cytometry and hands-on experience with tissue culture, as well as protein assays (e.g., immunoassays, ELISA, western blot, immunohistochemistry) would be an asset
• Experience in handling multiple biological samples at any given time and following standard operational protocols (SOPs) as well as being able to write SOPs.
• Strong attention to details
• Strong data management skills, including experience in database management, and advanced skills in Microsoft Office programs
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written) and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to prioritize work in response to multiple demands
• Maintaining confidentiality and detailed and precise record keeping are essential skills
• A commitment to understanding and aiding in the pursuit of equity, diversity and inclusion objectives

Employment Type: Full-time temporary 1 year contract with modified benefits (i.e., health and dental).

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Our Commitment to Diversity

SickKids is committed to championing equity, diversity and inclusion in all that we do, fostering an intentionally inclusive and culturally safe environment that reflects the diversity of the patients, families and communities we serve. Learn more about workplace inclusion.

Accessibility & Accommodation

If you require accommodation during the application process, please reach out to our aSKHR team. SickKids can provide access and inclusion supports to eligible candidates to support their full engagement during the interview and selection process as well as to ensure candidates are able to perform their duties once successfully hired. If you are invited for an interview and require accommodation, please let us know at the time of your invitation to interview. Information received related to access, inclusion or accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

How To Apply

Technical difficulties? Email ask.hr@sickkids.ca with a short description of the issues you are experiencing. We will not accept resumes sent to this inbox but we are happy to respond to requests for technical assistance.

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