Position: Research Technical I
Job Posting #920423
Site: Toronto General Hospital Research Institute - Mars Tower
Department: Thoracic Surgery & Lung Transplantation
Reports to: Principal Investigator
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Salary:$48,945 to $61,191 per annum (salary commensurate with candidate experience and consistent with UHN Compensation Policy)
Status: Temporary Full Time (Maternity leave minimum 12 months with likely extension)
Shifts: N/A
Posted Date: June 01, 2023
Closing Date: June 30, 2023
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Position Summary
The Toronto Lung Transplant Program (TLTP) Biobank is expanding, and we are looking to recruit a Research Technical I to help with collecting, processing, and storing clinical bio specimens and maintaining the biorepository database system. Working under the direction of the Principal Investigator and/or more senior staff, the Research Technical I utilizes general knowledge and skills to perform routine, somewhat repetitive standardized laboratory research techniques and procedures.
Duties
Responsibilities of the position include, but may not be limited to:
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The successful candidate will be able to accurately and efficiently process clinical bio specimens within standard operating procedure guidelines, validate data from related and/or unrelated sources as well as communicate and maintain records of specimen/experimental data.
- Additional duties will include processing of human blood samples, media preparation, tissue banking, data logging as well as general laboratory upkeep, maintenance, and administrative tasks.
- Outstanding organizational skills with the capacity to ensure proper compliance with research protocols, biological safety measures, and universal precautions are mandatory.
- Previous experience in a laboratory environment is strongly recommended.
- Proficiency in English with excellent communication skills will be required.
- The successful candidate will be self-motivated, technically proficient, organized, and will work well in a team.
Qualifications:
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A Bachelor’s degree in a health-related discipline, or equivalent
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At minimum, 6 months experience laboratory work/handling biological specimens
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Demonstrated knowledge of laboratory procedures related to handling, storing and testing of specimens, including biological safety and specimen data management systems
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills, excellent organization, ability to learn quickly and work independently
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Knowledge and application of computer software (MS Office and LIMS)
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Ability to work under pressure and perform multiple concurrent tasks
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Attention to detail is essential
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Excellent interpersonal skills
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Ability to generate and present various reports from bio specimen data
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Previous experience with bio specimen shipment and handling dangerous goods would be an asset
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Ability to perform duties in a professional and courteous manner and produce high quality work while meeting deadlines in accordance to UHN standards
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Ability to understand and comply with regulatory issues involving human subjects and clinical trials
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Willingness to learn and problem solving skills
TLTP Biobank/Latner Labs are strongly committed to inclusion and diversity within its community and welcomes all applicants including but not limited to: visible minorities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
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.
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Competitive offer packages
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Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/)
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Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
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A flexible work environment
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Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
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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.
Vaccines (COVID and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.
UHN is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known in advance. Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.
University Health Network thanks all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
