Job Details

Research Technician I

Dr. Naoto Hirano's laboratory is seeking a part-time Research Technician I to support research projects in protein engineering and immunology.

Duties:

• Recombinant protein production, including protein expression, purification, and preparation for downstream experiments inclusive of SDS-PAGE, Western blotting, and protein quantification;
• Molecular biology, including PCR, DNA cloning, and plasmid preparation; and
• Maintenance of accurate experimental records and documentation.

Qualifications:

• At minimum, completion of a Bachelor's degree in a health or science related discipline, required
• At minimum, 6 months of relevant hands-on experience in cell culture, biochemistry, or related laboratory techniques, required
• Training in molecular biology, biochemistry, or immunology, preferably with laboratory components an asset
• Relevant laboratory experience related to molecular biology, mammalian cell culture, and standard immunological techniques, specifically those related to general recombinant protein expression workflows
• Ability to follow established experimental protocols, laboratory procedures, and to maintain complete experimental records; and
• Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary research team

Additional Information:

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

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