Research Technician

Laboratory Technician

Year Contract - with the possibility of renewal

Project "Wastewater surveillance of SARs-CoV-2 in Northern Ontario".

The successful candidate will report to Dr. Gustavo Ybazeta at Health Sciences North Research Institute (HSNRI) and the lab manager.

Areas of Responsibility / Scope of Research

 The successful candidate will be responsible for the laboratory's day-to-day operations and work with Dr. Ybazeta and the lab manager to achieve the defined aims. The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• curating wastewater samples sampled at various wastewater facilities
• receiving and sending samples to or from multiple institutions following set protocols
• conducting DNA/RNA extractions of complex matrix sewage samples
• performing RTP-qPCR reactions for identification and characterization
• assisting in metadata curation
• entering study data into the surveillance network system

Requirements:

Education and Experience

• must have a minimum of a B.Sc (M.Sc preferred) in a relevant field (Microbiology, Virology, Biomolecular Sciences

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• experience conducting DNA/RNA extractions
• experience in RT-PCR and PCR methodologies and subsequent data analysis
• knowledge of viral and microbial culture techniques for biosafety level 2 microorganisms
• strong communication skills (oral and written) in English
• proven ability to work with minimal supervision in the laboratory

We are looking for a team player, highly motivated and attentive to details.

Working Conditions Hours

• 37.5 hours weekly

Salary:

• $45,000 to $50,000, or commensurate with skills and experience.

Duration:

• One-year contract, with the possibility of extension depending on funding

Application: Interested candidates are asked to submit their application (Resume and cover letter detailing how you meet the position requirements) directly through the HSNRI website https://www.hsnsudbury.ca/portalen/Research/Health-Sciences-North-Research-Institute/Career-Opportunities. 

HSNRI is committed to providing accessible employment practices, in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process, and applicants are asked to make their needs known.

Health Sciences North Research Institute (HSNRI) was established in 2011 as an independent not-for-profit corporation. Designed to bring together researchers, clinicians, regional partners and industry, HSNRI is the affiliated research institute of Health Sciences North (HSN).

We wish to thank all applicants, however, only those invited for an interview will be contacted directly.

Selection Process:  Candidates will be selected for this position on the basis of their skill, ability, experience and qualifications as identified in the resume and completed Application Form submitted. The Hospital reserves the right to conduct a formal interview where required.
 

HSN THANKS ALL APPLICANTS.
ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR INTERVIEWS WILL BE CONTACTED.
WE WILL NOT ACCEPT APPLICATIONS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE AND TIME.