Genome Sciences Technologist

Job summary

Perform molecular biology techniques including library construction and DNA sequencing within a high-throughput production facility. Process patient samples for clinical diagnostic tests and maintain laboratory equipment and cleanliness.

Job details

Job Summary In accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values, and strategic directions of Provincial Health Services Authority patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at PHSA, and as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.The Genome Sciences Technologist performs various molecular biology techniques and procedures including library construction which are involved in the operation of a large scale, high throughput DNA mapping and DNA sequencing production facility. Duties/Accountabilities Following established laboratory procedures, performs tasks such as colony purification of plasmid/BAC clones, RNA and DNA purification, DNA sequencing, analysis of DNA fingerprints for physical map construction, Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) experiments, DNA restriction analysis, agarose gel electrophoresis, southern blot analysis and library construction. Prepares solutions following standard operating procedures. Maintains general lab and equipment cleanliness. Recognizes and reports malfunctions in equipment. Processes patient samples according to established procedures for clinical sequencing diagnostic tests. Performs other related duties as required. Qualifications Education, Training and Experience Graduation from a recognized diploma program in Biotechnology, Microbiology or Biochemistry and two (2) years’ of recent related experience in a research laboratory or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience acceptable to the Genome Sciences Centre Group Leaders and Production Coordinators. Skills And Abilities Knowledge of molecular biology techniques particularly DNA and RNA preparation and manipulation. Demonstrated ability to perform detailed procedures reproducibly and accurately. Demonstrated interpersonal skills including the ability to work effectively with others in a team environment. Demonstrated ability to efficiently organize work assignments and establish priorities. Basic knowledge of and ability to operate personal computers.

What you’ll do

Perform molecular biology techniques including library construction and DNA sequencing within a high-throughput production facility. Process patient samples for clinical diagnostic tests and maintain laboratory equipment and cleanliness.

Requirements

Requires a diploma in Biotechnology, Microbiology, or Biochemistry with two years of related research laboratory experience. Must possess strong knowledge of DNA/RNA manipulation and the ability to work accurately in a team environment.

Listed skills

• Production · Preferred
• analysis · Preferred
• Training · Preferred
• preparation · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Interpersonal · Preferred
• procedures. · Preferred
• Health · Preferred
• safety · Preferred
• Process · Preferred
• Diagnostic · Preferred
• Mapping · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Molecular Biology
• Library Construction
• DNA Sequencing
• PCR
• RNA Purification
• DNA Purification
• Agarose Gel Electrophoresis
• Southern Blot Analysis
• Colony Purification
• DNA Restriction Analysis
• Laboratory Procedures
• Sample Processing

Job areas

• Science & Research
• Healthcare