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Research Technician I

Job ID64-C9-9B-86-80-CB
CompanyOntario Institute For Cancer Research
LocationToronto
ProvinceOntario
Date Posted2024-09-17
Posted Until2025-03-16
Job TypeFull-time
Job CategoryMiscellaneous
Description
About OICR

OICR is Ontario's cancer research institute. We bring together people from across the province and around the world to improve the lives of everyone affected by cancer. We take on the biggest challenges in cancer research and deliver real-world solutions to find cancer earlier and treat it more effectively. We are committed to helping people living with cancer, as well as future generations, live longer and healthier lives.

Launched in December 2005, OICR is an independent institute funded by the Government of Ontario through the Ministry of Colleges and Universities.

Job Details

Position: Research Technician I
Location: MaRS Centre, Toronto
Department: Genomics
Reports To: Manager, Genomics Production
Salary: Commensurate with level of experience; total compensation includes a competitive benefits plan, plus a defined benefit pension plan (HOOPP)
Hours: 35 hours/week
Job Type: On-site
Status: Full-time, Temporary (1 year)

Position Summary
The Ontario Institute for Cancer Research (OICR) is seeking a Research Technician I to apply advanced technical knowledge and skills to run the most recent technologies in the field of human genetics, mainly the Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) platform. The Research Technician I will act as a member of the Production Sequencing Team and will be involved in various projects using other genomics platforms.

This position is temporary, full-time for one-year.

Position Responsibilities
Perform molecular biology laboratory techniques (PCR, qPCR, DNA fragment analysis) to support genomic research
Apply knowledge of quality control methods in a genomics lab
Document and communicate experimental results
Follow laboratory SOPs and contribute to their upkeep
Optimize protocols and reduce laboratory activities to written SOPs
Support more senior Genome Research Platform staff as required
Evaluate new genomics technologies for use in future research projects if required

Qualifications

BSc degree in Molecular Biology or related field, or recognized equivalent
Experience in a cancer research laboratory or equivalent
Experience in Molecular Biology or related fields (genomics, genetics)
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team
Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Good verbal and written communication skills
Proven sense of team building

For more information about OICR, please visit the website at www.oicr.on.ca.

To learn more about working at OICR, visit our career page.

POSTED DATE: September 17, 2024
CLOSING DATE: Until Filled
LanguagesEnglish
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OICR is committed to fostering a climate of equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. This commitment is central to, and mutually supportive of, our research excellence mandate. We welcome and respect the diversity of all members of our community and we support an inclusive culture for all. We welcome all applicants, and encourage applications from racialized persons, Indigenous Peoples, women, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S persons, and others who may contribute to furthering a diversity of ideas within our community. OICR is committed to fair assessment of a candidate's abilities, and consideration for diversity of thought, method, and experience. Providing an accessible workplace and recruitment process is important to us, as described in our Accessibility Plan (https://oicr.on.ca/accessibility/). Should you require accommodation during any stage in the recruitment process, please complete the form at the bottom of page https://oicr.on.ca/careers/. Information received related to accommodation will be handled confidentially.

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