Technical Specialist

4 weeks ago

London, Canada London Health Sciences Centre Full time

**Posting Period**:
Open: June 7, 2023

Deadline: June 13, 2023

Non-Union

**Department Name**:
Technical Specialist - LLS Microbiology

The Technical Specialist works within the Division of Molecular Microbiology, Program of Microbiology, Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine at London Health Sciences Centre (University Hospital & Victoria Hospital) and St. Joseph’s Healthcare London. The role reports in a matrix relationship to the Division Head and Manager for the Molecular Microbiology Program.

Molecular Microbiology division members work with healthcare professionals to provide laboratory services to patients within London Health Sciences Centre and St. Joseph’s Health Care institutions as well as referrals from across Southwestern Ontario. The Molecular Microbiology Specialist is responsible for providing scientific expertise within the Division including control and improvement of quality, methods development, establishing reference ranges, education of staff, medical students and residents, as well as generating research output.

Regular Full-Time

Rate of Pay: $39.92 per hour - $49.89 per hour

Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week

**Qualifications**:

- Completion of a recognized Masters of Science Degree (MSc) in Molecular Biology or a related field required
- Completion of a Doctorate (PhD) in Molecular Biology or related field considered an asset
- Two (2) years recent training/work experience in molecular biology required
- Experience working in a clinical diagnostic molecular laboratory considered an asset
- Technical expertise in a broad range of molecular biology methodologies including, but not limited to, nucleic acid extraction methods, primer and probe design and real-time-PCR required
- Technical expertise and hands-on experience with nucleic acid sequencing modalities including, but not limited to, Sanger sequencing and Next Generation Sequencing required
- Demonstrated experience in training staff and/or education/experience giving lectures, workshops, etc. required
- Demonstrated ability to develop, perform, interpret and troubleshoot molecular based assays required
- Demonstrated ability to develop, perform, interpret and troubleshoot molecular based assays required
- Demonstrated ability to be self-directed and adaptable to new technologies and processes required
- Demonstrated ability to pay close attention to detail and make decisions based on knowledge/experience required
- Ability to work well under pressure, prioritize issues/workload and complete assigned tasks required
- Proficient in Microsoft Office required
- Strong organizational and time management skills required
- Strong work ethic required
- Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills with a focus on ability to communicate and interact effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds, from lay to expert, in molecular biology theory and practice required
- Demonstrated practice and commitment to the principles of patient and family centered care
- Demonstrated practice and commitment to patient and staff safety at LHSC
- Demonstrated practice and commitment to LHSC’s Mission, Vision and Values
- Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis

**Immunization Requirements**:

- Provide vaccination records or proof of immunity against measles, mumps, rubella and varicella (chicken pox), Hepatitis B, Tetanus/ Diphtheria/Polio; Meningitis.
- Provide documentation of the Tuberculosis skin testing (two step) and COVID vaccine series.

As part of the assessment process applicants may be required to complete a written examination or test. Please be advised that a reference check may be conducted as part of the selection process.

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