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Union: Non-Union
Site: Princess Margaret Cancer Centre 
Department: Centre for Cancer Epigenomics
Reports to: Principal Investigator 
Work Model: On-Site
Grade: B0:04 / B0:05
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: $50, 669 - $71, 273 per annum: To commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN compensation policy
Shifts: Monday - Friday 
Status: Temporary Full-time (2 years contract)
Closing Date: May 26, 2024

Position Summary
As a member of the Centre for Cancer Epigenomics at The Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Dr. Housheng Hansen He’s laboratory is currently seeking applications for a Research Technician. This is a two-years position with potential of renewal.

Duties
Duties and responsibilities include:

• 50% on lab management:
  • reagent ordering
  • lab organization
  • biosafety certificate, REB and AUP application and renew.
  • Write project summary and SOP
• 50% on routine wet lab work on molecular biology
  • cell culture, western blot
  • PCR and assist study of tumor xenograft in mice
  • Completing assigned workload to ensure the efficient operation of the laboratory
  • demonstrating understanding of the operational theories/procedures and performance characteristics of instruments/equipment
  • efficient use of laboratory equipment and supplies
  • performing cross-functional duties as assigned, or requested
  • performing other duties related to and consistent with the job classification, as required.

• At minimum, completion of a B.Sc. in molecular biology/cancer biology, or a related field
• At minimum, 6 months of practical and related experience
• Knowledge of epigenetics, genomics and genetics
• Background in RNA biology and assays is an asset 
• Experience in functional genomic screening, single-cell profiling and mouse work is an asset 
• Demonstrated excellent publication record of scientific achievement (at least one first-author publication) 
• Strong scientific writing and presentation skill 
• Demonstrated record of interdisciplinary collaboration
• Self-motivated, independent and creative

Why join UHN?
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 https://hoopp.com/)
• 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.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates.  Please ensure you check your email regularly.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

All UHN Employees are required to be fully vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccine series, approved by Health Canada or the World Health Organization, as a condition of hire. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination will be required. Should you be the successful candidate, you will be required to comply with UHN’s mandatory Vaccination Policy that is in effect.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.