Research Lab Technician

Click here to apply as an internal applicant. Company : IWK Health Req ID: 215904 Department/Program: CCFV, Research Services Location: Halifax   Type of Employment: Temporary Hourly FT long-assignment (100% FTE) for 1 year x 2 position(s) Start Date: February 2026Union Status: Research, Management/Non Union Bargaining UnitCompensation: $23.8224 - $29.7775 /hourClosing Date: February 8, 2026 (Applications are accepted until 23:59 Atlantic Time) IWK Health is a respected academic health sciences centre located in Halifax, Nova Scotia, providing tertiary and primary care for two million children, youth, adults and families each year across the Atlantic region. We have a team of approximately 4000 employees, physicians, volunteers and learners at sites across Nova Scotia. People build careers with IWK Health with our focus on training and mentorship opportunities.

We recognize each other’s talent and celebrate our successes. We collaborate in modern facilities or virtually from home, align our work to our values, and enjoy access to enhanced benefits and wellness programs. We are proud to support our patients, families and communities and are grateful for the generous donor support we receive. Promoting an anti-racist environment, and calling out discrimination as we work and provide care, is important to us.

We are located in Mi’kma’ki, the unceded and ancestral territory of the Mi’kmaq people. Working in Mi’kma’ki and providing care to those across Atlantic Canada is a shared privilege with the original inhabitants who have lived here for many thousands of years prior to colonization. There are 13 First Nation communities across Nova Scotia, and more than 50 historic African Nova Scotian communities who also have a long, deep, and complex history dating back over 400 years. We have the highest percentage of people with disabilities in the country.

Nova Scotia has the highest proportions of transgender and non-binary people than any other province or territory in the country. We are active in our work to eliminate discrimination, but have more work to do to build that trust, acknowledge our biases and reduce the barriers our diverse communities face. We want IWK Health to be a safe and supportive space of equity and belonging in the care we provide and the employment we offer. We welcome all interested persons who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotians, Persons of Colour, Immigrants/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply to support our goal for our workforce to be representative of the patients, families, and communities that we care for at all job levels.

The OpportunityThe Research Laboratory Technician reports to the Lab Manager. The Research Laboratory Technician provides laboratory/technical support of clinical studies. The Research Laboratory Technician reports to the Director, Laboratory Operations and is responsible for, but not limited to, performing various lab assays and procedures with knowledge and application of Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) as necessary.

Responsibilities

•    Carry out a range of assays, including but not limited to PCR, ELISA, and microimmunassays•    Assays results: Calculate, check, interpret, and report data for clinical or non-clinical CCfV research studies•    Receive and process specimens according to study protocols; pick-up specimens from hospital labs as scheduled•    Maintain specimen records and databases•    Prepare specimens shipments with the appropriate documentation as per guidelines •    Operate and maintain lab equipment according to protocols•    Monitor stock/supplies and reagents for ordering and disposal purposes•    Perform a variety of daily lab maintenance tasks, e.g equipment temperature checks•    General administrative lab support as requiredHours of WorkMonday to Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; 7.5 hour shiftsYour Qualifications•    Relevant bachelor’s degree or Diploma education (Microbiology, Biology, Science) and 3-4 years minimum related experience is required; combination of post secondary education and experience may be considered•    Strong problem-solving and leadership skills are an asset•    Excellent time management skills •    Understands research ethics, in concept and in practice•    Knowledge of Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), and/or Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP), and/or Tri-Council Policy Statement (TCPS 2) is considered and asset•    Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint,) required•    Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail•    Knowledge of complex lab instruments and equipment•    Effective communication skills – both oral and written – and excellent interpersonal skills•    Self-motivated and possess strong organizational skills•    Aptitude for mathematics and science•    Ability to perform detailed work and maintain a high level of accuracyThank you for your interest in IWK Health. Please note that we only contact applicants selected for interview/testing. If we invite you to participate in an assessment process (such as an interview or testing) you have the right to request accommodation. Please discuss your needs when invited to the assessment process.

This is a Management/Non Union  bargaining  unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position. An  offer of employment is conditional upon the completion and satisfactory results of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials.

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