Research Technical Assistant

1 month ago

Toronto, Canada University Health Network Full time

Job Posting #917821

Position**:Research Technical Assistant**

Site: Princess Margaret Research Institute

Department: Tumor Immunotherapy Program

Reports to: Manager

Pay Scale: $20.58 per hour - $25.56 per hour (commensurate with experience and consistent with the UHN Compensation Policy)

Hours: 37.5 per week

Status: Temporary Full-time

**University Health Network (UHN)** is looking for an experienced professional to fill the key role of** Research Technical Assistant** in our** Tumor Immunotherapy Program.**
- Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning._

The **University Health Network,** where_ “above all else the needs of patients come first”_, encompasses **Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre and the Michener Institute of Education at UHN**. 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 groundbreaking 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.

**University Health Network (UHN)** is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto and a member of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network. The scope of research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. Research across UHN's five research institutes spans the full spectrum of diseases and disciplines, including cancer, cardiovascular sciences, transplantation, neural and sensory sciences, musculoskeletal health, rehabilitation sciences, and community and population health. Find out about our purpose, values and principles here.

Duties will include processing of patient samples (blood and tissues), antibody titration, flow cytometry, media preparation, tissue culture, data logging as well as general laboratory upkeep and maintenance.

Outstanding organizational skills with the capacity to ensure proper compliance with research protocols and biological safety measures is mandatory. Previous experience in a laboratory environment is strongly recommended. Proficiency in English with excellent communication skills will be required.

**Qualifications**:

- At minimum, completion of a Community college diploma or Bachelor’s degree in a health-related discipline (or equivalent)
- At minimum, three (3) to six (6) months of experience handling biological specimens and in some or all of the following areas: oncology, immunology, cell culture, laboratory work, flow cytometry.
- Demonstrated knowledge of laboratory procedures related to handling, storing and testing of specimens including biological safety.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, excellent organization, good computer skills, ability to learn quickly and work independently.
- Ability to work under pressure with an attention to detail and perform multiple concurrent tasks.
- Basic math and computational skills are essential to this position.
- Ability to perform duties in a professional and courteous manner and produce high quality work while meeting deadlines in accordance to UHN standards.
- Flexible schedule and willingness to learn.

Vaccines (COVID-19 and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.

**Posting Date: April 13, 2023 Closing Date: Until Filled**

For current UHN employees, only those who have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, and possess all the required experience and qualifications should apply.

UHN thanks all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

UHN is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity and welcomes all applicants including but not limited to: all religions and ethnicities, LGBTQ2s+, BIPOC, persons with disabilities and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the Bona-fide requirements for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known when contacted.

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