Animal Research Lab Technician

1 week ago

Hamilton, Canada McMaster University Full time

**Schedule**
37.50 hours per week, 7.5 hours per day. Monday to Friday, 8am to 4:30pm

**Education Level**
Bachelors Degree in a relevant field

**Career Level**
3 years of relevant experience

Should the successful applicant be a Unifor Unit 1 bargaining unit member, who meets the eligibility conditions of Article 19.02 of the Unifor Unit 1 Collective Agreement, then the Limited Term Assignment will be defined as a Career Growth Opportunity in accordance with Article 19 of the Unifor Local 5555 Unit 1 Collective Agreement.

**JD #**:
JD00708

**Pay Grade**:
8

**Title**:
Animal Research Laboratory Technician

**Unit/Project Description**:
Reporting to the Canada Research Chair in Human Cancer Stem Cell Biology the Animal Technician will work under close supervision, and provide

research support to all three brain tumor research programs. This includes performing various in vitro and in vivo standaridzed and established

laboratory experiments. The technician is expected to manage all animal work, and majorly assist with implementation of in vivo studies involving

intracranial injections of mice, preclinical testing of drugs etc.,. The incumbent will also assisting the senior Research Associate with general lab maintenance.

The incumbent will be also responsible for routine maintainence of equipments such as freezers and incubators, monitor inventory supplies, stock and assist in

placing and tracking orders

**About the Department of Surgery**

Over its 50+ year history, the McMaster Department of Surgery has maintained a steadfast commitment towards thinking big and making it possible. We are a

Department with 11 surgical divisions and Royal College residency training programs; together, we are poised to unleash a future fueled by a creative mindset and

powered by our people.

This Vision is based on 6 core tenets:
**C.R.E.A.T.E.**

**_ Culture_** that includes.

**_ Research_** **that impacts.

**_ Education_** that inspires.

**_ Advancement_** for all

**_ Transformation_** through innovation & entrepreneurship

**_ Excellence_** in patient care

**About McMaster University**

At McMaster University, our people are our most valuable asset. We strive to attract, develop, and retain the talented faculty and staff, and to foster inclusive

excellence which values the strengths, perspectives, and contributions of each individual. McMaster is recognized as one of the top employers in the

Hamilton/Niagara region and has been recognized as one of Canada’s Top Diversity employers.

Working at McMaster University brings a robust total rewards package, which is more than just a salary. The elements and structure of the total rewards packages

vary by employee group but include:

- Employer Paid benefits including Extended Health, Dental, Emergency Out-of-Country Travel Coverage & Basic Life Insurance.
- Pension Plan Options & Post-Retirement Benefits.
- Training, coaching and professional development opportunities.
- Employee tuition assistance for development and education
- Opportunity to be a part of an academic environment working alongside professionals who share a passion for learning.
- Progressive paid annual vacation plan

Please see Total Rewards Overview for Unifor, Local 5555, Unit 1 for more Information.

**Job Summary**:
**Purpose and Key Functions**:

- Design, adapt, and perform specialized in-vitro and in-vivo procedures.
- Organize and conduct specialized research experiments.
- Provide technical assistance to researchers including surgical assistance, preparation, and post-surgical monitoring.
- Perform minor surgeries and technical procedures including sampling, bleeding, injection, and all procedures involving the use of anaesthetics and related equipment.
- Perform various in-vitro and in-vivo procedures that are moderately complex and specialized.
- Provide recommendations for procedure modifications and development of the research protocol methodologies.
- Recognize and investigate apparent reasons for obvious deviations in results obtained.
- Use statistical software to conduct moderate and complex statistical analyses and calculations.
- Participate in required safety and security procedures, and conduct animal husbandry and care while following established standard operating procedures and regulatory compliance requirements.
- Maintain breeding colonies which includes breeding, feeding, weaning, and keeping records of activities.
- Participate in health monitoring, which includes health assessments, quality assurance, treatment, and post approval monitoring, of all animals and report issues to veterinary staff.
- Make decisions regarding the euthanization of animals in accordance with standard operating procedures.
- Order materials required for animal care and surgeries, ensuring they are stocked and organized accordingly.
- Liaise with other laboratories, external departments, and agencies to coordinate resources and schedules to meet research objectives.
- Conduct literature

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