Research Technician I

4 weeks ago


Toronto, Canada OICR Full time

**About OICR**

OICR is Ontario’s cancer research institute. We bring together people from across the province and around the world to improve the lives of everyone affected by cancer. We take on the biggest challenges in cancer research and deliver real-world solutions to find cancer earlier and treat it more effectively. We are committed to helping people living with cancer, as well as future generations, live longer and healthier lives.

Launched in December 2005, OICR is an independent institute funded by the Government of Ontario through the Ministry of Colleges and Universities.

**Job Details**

Position: Research Technician I

Location: MaRS Centre, Toronto

Department: Drug Discovery

Reports To: Principal Research Scientist & Lab Manager

**Salary**: Commensurate with level of experience

Hours: 35 hours/week

**Job Type**: On-site

Status: Full-time, Temporary for six (6) months

**Position Summary**

This position is temporary, full-time for six (6) months.

**Position Responsibilities**
- Assist in compound management, including compound registration, storage, dispensing, and database management;
- Prepares samples for biological experiments in the department and at Contract Research Organizations (CROs);
- Assist in the sourcing and purchasing of specialty chemicals
- Assist in collecting and storing of compound data;
- Prepares routine solutions and reagents;
- Assist analytical chemists in sample preparation and performing routine analysis using various instruments;
- Maintains laboratory notebook detailing experimental activities, methods, and results;
- Liaise effectively with multi-disciplinary team members (medicinal, analytical and computational chemists);
- Adheres to all OICR safety guidelines and policies.

**Qualifications**
- BSc in Chemistry or related discipline, or recognized equivalent;
- Knowledge of general organic chemistry;
- Excellent written and oral communication skills;
- Experience with HPLC and other analytical instruments;
- Strong team player and excellent interpersonal skills;
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team;
- Highly motivated self-starter that enjoys an element of ambiguity and capable of adapting to a changing environment.

To learn more about working at OICR, visit our career page.

**POSTED DATE: February 19, 2025**
**CLOSING DATE: February 24, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.**
- The Ontario Institute for Cancer Research thanks all applicants. However, only those under consideration will be contacted._



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