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**About Western**:
**About Us**:
The Robarts Research Institute within the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry at Western University has a mission to accelerate medical discovery. Through a powerful integration of basic and clinical research, we are driving major advances that impact on many of today's most devastating diseases.
Western University has received a $66M investment from the Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF). This investment is bringing together researchers from across the University under a unifying initiative called BrainsCAN. The mission of BrainsCAN is to reduce
the burden of brain disorders that affect cognition, by extending and mobilizing knowledge of the mappings between neural circuits and high level behavior and cognition to deliver evidence based interventions.
One component of BrainsCAN is the ITN project, which focuses on developing pre-clinical models to maximized value in drug discovery and on optimizing the selection of cognitive and image biomarker to address specific needs in drug discovery.
**Responsibilities**:
The Research Technician provides technical support related to activities involving mice including maintain mouse colonies (husbandry), perform genotyping using PCR or qPCR (collect tissues, extract DNA, run gels, analyze results, record and maintain logs and databases of genotypes), organize cage distribution, perform intra-peritoneal injections, euthanasia, as well as some wet lab techniques such as slicing and immune-staining mouse brains. The Research Technician will perform all tasks, under the direction of his/her supervisor in adherence to relevant guidelines. The role requires sincere compassion for animals and will advocate for the welfare of animals under their care by promptly following up with animal care leadership regarding any environmental, experimental or health concerns. The role reports via regular meetings with senior technicians and Principal Investigators to review ongoing activities, plan future activities, and anticipate future requirements with respect to animal needs.
Key Accountabilities:
- Applies knowledge of experimental processes to prepare and perform experiments following defined protocols and procedures
- Observes and tracks research progress and records results, analyzing and interpreting data, ensuring quality control of data
- Assists with general lab upkeep, and with ensuring compliance with health and safety policies
- Follows written SOP's and verbal instructions exactly as stated with strong attention to detail
- Performs procedures on mice following defined protocols
- Ensures all documentation is completed for daily tasks including recording results of procedures and maintaining logs, ensuring quality control of data and reporting on data obtained
- Works in with other research staff (e.g., PhD student and post-doctoral fellows) and Principal Investigators
Qualifications:
**Education**:
- Undergraduate Degree in Medical Sciences or a related field
**Experience**:
- 1 year of work experience supporting research in a related technical field
- 4 months experience working in a wet lab
- Experience with rodents
Skills, Abilities & Expertise:
- Familiarity with methods for research design, implementation, and analysis
- Knowledge of associated risks in a research environment with the ability to adhere to legislated safety requirements and Western safety policies
- Familiarity with preventative maintenance techniques and practices
- Excellent organizational, prioritization, and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Attention to detail with an ability to retrieve, analyze and synthesize sizable amounts of data, while ensuring that information is accurate and comprehensive
- Ability to follow formal processes and protocols with high attention to detail
- Ability to employ a systematic and efficient approach to work
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, meet tight deadlines and adapt to changing priorities
- Computer skills with the ability to learn and use software programs; Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite
- Excellent troubleshooting ability along with hands-on expertise in technical support
- Personable and courteous in working relationships with colleagues and students
- Familiarity with University policies and procedures related to research preferred
**Why Western?**:
Consideration of applicants will include an assessment of previous performance, experience, and qualifications. Applicants should have oral communication skills in English.
**Western Values Diversity**:
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources or phone 519-661-2194.
**Please Note**:
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
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