Clinical Laboratory Associate

1 week ago


Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health Full time

At IWK Health, we strive to provide the highest level of care to our patients and families. As a Clinical Laboratory Associate in our Genomics Division, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that our laboratory processes are accurate, efficient, and compliant with regulatory requirements.

About the Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Clinical Laboratory Associate in the Genomics Division. In this role, you will work closely with laboratory medical and scientific staff to develop and implement new technologies for future clinical adoption. You will also be responsible for working with complex genetic data, utilizing bioinformatics tools and pipelines to ensure accurate and reliable outcomes.

We are seeking an individual with a university degree in Medical Sciences or an advanced degree in biomedical research. A minimum of 2 years of experience in clinical laboratory research is required, with a comprehensive understanding of next-generation sequencing (NGS), NGS/WES/WGS data analysis, genetic data analysis, and/or bioinformatics.

About Us

IWK Health is a respected academic health sciences centre located in Halifax, Nova Scotia. We have a team of approximately 4000 employees, physicians, volunteers, and learners at sites across Nova Scotia. Our focus is on training and mentorship opportunities, recognizing each other's talent and celebrating our successes.

Your Qualifications
  • A university degree in Medical Sciences or an advanced degree in biomedical research
  • A minimum of 2 years of experience in clinical laboratory research
  • Experience working with human genetics data (whole-genome sequencing, whole-exome sequencing, or targeted gene panels) in research or clinical setting (preferred)
  • Understanding of clinical laboratory processes, including quality control, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance (an asset)
  • Understanding of bioinformatics, data analysis, and programming languages
  • Experience with biosafety regulatory compliance audits (a strong asset)
  • Proven experience with development and validation of novel genomic methodologies (a strong asset)
  • Exceptional problem-solving and critical thinking skills, with the ability to analyze complex data, identify issues, and develop solutions
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex technical information to scientific and non-scientific audiences

The estimated salary range for this position is $45,000-$60,000 per year, based on the Nova Scotia market rate for a Clinical Laboratory Associate. This salary range includes benefits such as health insurance, retirement savings, and paid time off.



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