Ri-24-030 Research Technician

2 weeks ago


Ottawa, Canada CHEO RESEARCH INSTITUTE Full time

**JOB DESCRIPTION**

**Posting #RI-24-030**

**Posting Period - Jun 13 to Jun 27, 2024**

**POSITION: Part-time research technician**

CHEO-RI

**TERM**: Part time (0.4 FTE) / 1 year contract with possibility of extension and/or upgrading to full time if funds permit.

**SALARY**:$24.00/hour

**REPORTS TO**: Dr. Izabella Pena

CHEO-RI Scientist, Assistant Professor, Department of Cellular and Molecular Medicine (CMM), University of Ottawa

Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario Research Institute (“CHEO RI”) is the research arm of the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario - Ottawa Children’s Treatment Centre (“CHEO”) and an affiliated institute of the University of Ottawa. We acknowledge that Ottawa is built on un-ceded Algonquin Anishinabek territory. The Algonquin Anishinabek Nation have lived on this territory for millennia and we honour them and this land. Their culture and presence have nurtured and continue to nurture this land. CHEO RI also honours all First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples and their valuable past and present contributions to this land. CHEO is a beloved institution and workplace that is widely recognized for being an anchor in our community. CHEO RI works to create new knowledge and evidence to support CHEO in its provision of world-class care to our children. Our mission at CHEORI is to connect exceptional talent and technology in pursuit of life-changing research for every child, youth and family in our community and beyond.

**CHEO RI has an immediate requirement for a part-time research technician working with zebrafish.**

**RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Zebrafish handling, genotyping, breeding adults and microinjection of embryos
- DNA extraction, RNA extraction, protein extraction
- PCR, qPCR, western blotting
- Fluorescent, brightfield and confocal microscopy
- Analyzing data and maintaining clear and accurate data records
- Independently identifying additional tasks which need to be performed
- Using appropriate safety procedures for handling, storage, and disposal of biological materials

**QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES**
- Experience with zebrafish is essential, but all the training will be provided
- Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in biological sciences and related experience
- Excellent interpersonal relations and communications skills, sound judgment and ability to foster a cooperative work environment
- Strong ability to organize and manage tasks
- High level of adaptability
- Attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
- Ability to learn and integrate new techniques & methodologies
- Proficiency in computer skills (Microsoft Office)

**WORKING CONDITIONS**

On-site work in a research laboratory setting - free University of Ottawa shuttle runs every 15min between the two locations.
- Zebrafish facility location: D'Iorio Aquatic Animal Facility, 10 Marie-Curie Private, Ottawa, ON K1N 9B4
- Molecular biology lab location: Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO) Research Institute - 401 Smyth Road, Ottawa, ON K1H 8L1

**OTHER REQUIREMENTS**
- Eligible to work in Canada;
- Compliance with CHEO RI’s Universal COVID-19 Vaccination Policy; and
- Police Record Check.

**TO APPLY**

CHEO Research Institute does not use artificial intelligence during the selection and recruitment process.

Applications will only be considered from those that are eligible to work in Canada. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those invited for an interview will be contacted.

**DESCRIPTION DE POSTE**

**Numéro d’affichage RI‑24‑030**

**Période d’affichage: du 13 au 27 juin 2024**

**POSTE: Technicienne ou technicien en recherche à temps partiel**

IR-CHEO

**DURÉE**: Temps partiel (0,4 ETP), contrat d’un an avec possibilité de prolongation ou de promotion à un poste à temps plein si les ressources financières le permettent.

**SALAIRE**: 24,00 $ à l’heure

**RELÈVE DE**: Izabella Pena

Scientifique de l’Institut de recherche du Centre hospitalier pour enfants de l’est de l’Ontario et professeure adjointe du Département de médecine cellulaire et moléculaire (MCM) de l’Université d’Ottawa

L’Institut de recherche du Centre hospitalier pour enfants de l’est de l’Ontario (« IR du CHEO ») est l’organisme de recherche du Centre de traitement pour enfants du Centre hospitalier pour enfants de l’est de l’Ontario situé à Ottawa (« CHEO ») et un institut affilié de l’Université d’Ottawa. Nous reconnaissons qu’Ottawa est bâtie sur un territoire non cédé du peuple anichinabé algonquin. Les membres de la Nation algonquine Anishinabe vivent sur ce territoire depuis des millénaires. Nous leur rendons hommage, ainsi qu’à ce territoire. Leur culture et leur présence ont enrichi le territoire et continuent de l’enrichir. L’IR du CHEO rend également hommage à l’ensemble des Premières Nations, des Inuits et des Métis, de même qu’à leurs précieuses contributions, passée



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