Animal Health Technician

Do you want to work for a world-renowned research institute that pushes the boundaries of biomedical science and health research? Right here in Montreal At the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC), you can be part of an organization focused on scientific discovery and innovation in patient-centered medicine. Join us today and make a difference

Job Description

RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF THE MUHC
The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) is a world-renowned biomedical and hospital research centre. Located in Montreal, Quebec, the Institute is the research arm of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at McGill University. The RI-MUHC is supported in part by the Fonds de recherche du Québec - Santé (FRQS).

Position summary
Under the supervision of Dr Salman Qureshi, the technician will perform animal care-related duties, technical procedures and administrative duties related to the use of laboratory animals.

General Duties

• Performs animal health-related duties: observes and performs physical examinations of animals,

• Prepares the required equipment, instruments, and reagents for surgery or procedures and provide surgical pre and post-op care,

• Conducts routine and specialized techniques on laboratory animals (intranasal, intraperitoneal or intravenous injections, intratracheal surgery and organ harvesting),

• Performs simple mouse-related laboratory tasks (mouse genotyping by PCR and homogenizing organs),

• Performs husbandry and technical duties related to the care and maintenance of animals (breeding, weaning, identification by ear punch and humane euthanasia),

• Helps maintain inventory of materials, controlled drugs and small equipment,

• Operates and monitors appropriate equipment, tools, materials and instruments,

• Administrative duties (data entry to keep the colony books up-to-date and inventories).

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Education / Experience

Education: Diploma of College Studies (DEC)
Field of Study: Animal Health Technology
Other education considered an asset for this position:

• Experience with murine research models is an asset,

• AALAS Certification or equivalent considered an asset.

Required Skills

• Ability to work independently or with teams with minimum supervision.

Additional information

Status: Temporary, full time (35-hour workweek)
Pay Scale: Commensurate with education and experience. $44, $82,
Work Shift: Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm
Work Site: GLEN Site, 1001 boul. Decarie

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Why work with us?

• 4-week vacation, 5th week after 5 years,

• Bank of 12 paid days (personal days and days for sickness or family obligations),

• 13 paid statutory holidays,

• Modular group insurance plan (including gender affirmation coverage),

•Telemedicine,

• RREGOP (defined benefit government pension plan),

• Training and professional development opportunities,

• Child Care Centres,

• Corporate Discounts (OPUS + Perkopolis),

• Competitive monthly parking rate,

• Employee Assistance Program,

• Recognition Program,

• Flex work options and much more

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THIS IS NOT A HOSPITAL POSITION.

Equal Opportunity Employment Program

The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity, diversity and inclusion within its community. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who self-identify as members of racialized groups/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. We also welcome candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may confidentially contact,

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