Department of Human Anatomy and Cell Science

Rady Faculty of Health Sciences

Position number: 37420

Date posted: January 30, 2026

Advertised until: February 6, 2026

Job details

Biological Technician - Tech 3 (AESES)

New Project Full-Time (Grant Funded)

Full-time:

Yes

Permanent:

No

Work schedule:

35 Hours/week (Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm)

Salary:

$23.13 to $33.29 per hour ($42,096.60 to $60,587.80 per annum)

Appointment Dates

February 17, 2026 to February 16, 2027

Trial/Probation period:

840 hours worked

For more information please contact: Jacki Armstrong - jacki.armstrong@umanitoba.ca

Qualifications

MINIMUM FORMAL EDUCATION/TRAINING REQUIRED:

• Bachelor's Degree in a related study area, including laboratory analysis techniques.

OR

• Completion of a Community College course in a related discipline with one year’s = directly related experience.

OR

• High school completion with job-related options with a minimum of four years = directly related experience.

EXPERIENCE:

• Experience with multiplex immunofluorescence is required.

• Experience in the processing and preparation of samples for immunological detection of antigens in cells and tissues is required.

• Experience in regular immunofluorescent imaging techniques, three-dimensional imaging techniques and morphometric image analysis are required.

• Experience in operating and maintaining high-performance immunofluorescence imaging instruments is required.

• Experience in performing immunostaining techniques on cells and tissues is required.

• Experience in the use of small animal anesthesia equipment and preparation of small animals for and use of bioluminescence imaging equipment is required.

• Experience in the collection, fixation, and preparation of cells and tissues for histological and immunostaining analysis is required.

• Previous experience in animal work and basic handling of experimental mice is required.

• Experience using bright fields and fluorescent microscopy techniques is required.

• Experience using a paraffin microtome is required.

• Basic Cell culture and aseptic technique is required.

• Experience with histological staining techniques is required.

• Detailed knowledge of tissue histology and the ability to identify specific tissues by their histological appearance is required.

• Experience with Microsoft Office programs and advanced microscope user interface software is required.

• Accurate pipetting and other laboratory measuring techniques are required.

• Experience handling toxic and hazardous agents is required.

• Wl-IMIS Certification is required.

• Minimum 3 years directly related experience in a laboratory setting is preferred.

• An acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Proficient in paraffin tissue processing, embedding, sectioning and staining and related paraffin equipment (tissue processor, embedding station, microtome) is required.

• Has practical experience in multiplex immunofluorescence on tissues is required.

• Is proficient using advanced imaging processing software for multiplexing and quantification of images is required.

• Familiar with different histological tissue staining methods, most importantly Hematoxylin & Eosin histology, is required.

• Superior and effective communication skills are required.

• Ability to collaborate with others of various levels of expertise is required.

• Exceptionally well organized and keep proper records is required.

• A satisfactory work record, including satisfactory attendance and punctuality, is required

OTHER JOB-RELATED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous teaching experience is an asset.
• Knowledge of University of Manitoba systems and processes is an asset.

Key responsibilities

Responsibilities:

• Processes and prepares samples for immunological detection of antigens in cells and tissues.
• Assists in in-situ hybridization techniques on tissues and cells.
• Handles and prepares human and animal tissues for histological and irnmunocyto-/histochemical/ in-situ hybridization procedures.
• Performs immunostaining techniques on cells and tissues.
• Assists in procedures on experimental animals including injections, blood sampling, dissection, anaesthetizing.
• Prepares small animals for and uses of bioluminescence imaging equipment.
• Assists in orthotopic stereotactic tumor cell grafting into brain procedures on experimental mice.
• Assists in orthotopic laser interstitial thermal treatment (LITT) in experimental mice.
• Assists in procedures on experimental animals including injections, blood sampling, dissection, anaesthetizing.
• Prepares and conducts a variety of assays (e.g., cytotoxicity, ELISA, apoptosis, signaling, gene reporter assays, migration assays).
• Performs protein analysis, including Western blotting, immunoprecipitation and preparation of samples for mass spectrometry.
• Conducts cell culture work and can genetically alter by means of chemical and viral procedures primary and established human and animal eukaryotic cells.
• Ensure supplies/media/antibodies etc. are maintained at an adequate level and records of this are kept and accessible.
• Assist in ordering reagents/equipment for the research laboratory.
• Routinely cleans glassware, instruments and equipment and does basic service and maintenance work on laboratory equipment, including balances, spectrophotometer, and centrifuges.
• Ensure that lab safety measures are followed in the laboratory.
• Computes data and designs plots for publications using a variety of statistical software programs, does library searches and assists in the preparation of posters for scientific presentations.
• Be responsible for keeping abreast of new procedures, techniques, and technologies. Maintains up-to-date filing system on current protocols, manuals, catalogues and literature.
• Responsible for upholding a timely, effective, and documented report.
• Maintains daily records of completed work in a lab book.
• Provides basic training in histochemical/immunohistological techniques to other lab personnel.
• Keeps records on past, present, and ongoing service work and regularly informs the Pl.
• Participates in the preparation of public presentations by the PI.
• Keeps current records of all chemicals and other lab supplies.
• Keeps abreast of new procedures, techniques, and technology. Maintains current files of manuals, catalogues, and literature of related equipment. Undertakes research and conducts experiments to solve specific or unusual problems.
• Comply with lab safety regulations.
• May be required to perform related duties not exceeding skills and capabilities as required.

Additional information

The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities).

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