Technologist II, Genetics & Genome Biology

SickKids • co-op • Toronto, ON, CA • 1w ago

About SickKids

Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education. Our reputation would not have been built – nor could it be maintained – without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day. SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice.

When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfill our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world’s best in paediatric healthcare.

Position Description

Position: Research Technologist in Childhood Cancer Genomics Program

Location: Toronto, Ontario CANADA

Employment Type: Full-time, 1 Year Contract 1.0 FTE

As part of an institution-wide Precision Child Health program, SickKids is transforming care for children with cancer by incorporating real-time whole genome and transcriptome sequencing tests. We are recruiting for a motivated Research Technologist (level 2) to help run the laboratory experiments needed to support our research. The position is ideal for someone who wants to develop new skills and can positively contribute to a fun group that is working on the cutting-edge of childhood cancer research.

Here¿s What You¿ll Get to Do:

Help develop novel next generation sequencing (NGS) methods (e.g., for sequencing circulating nucleic acids from children with cancer)
Organize and maintain sample log for valuable research specimens
Track and process scheduled prospective patient samples
Be responsible for the organization of a project or the laboratory on a daily basis, alone and with other employees
Perform a variety of technical assignments under general supervision including but not limited to whole blood processing, DNA/RNA extraction, tissue culture, NGS library preparation, PCR, and qPCR
Occasionally modify procedures and design or create new procedures
Order laboratory supplies and equipment
Take considerable responsibility for day-to-day running of lab and/or special projects
Exercise moderate independent judgment and decision-making using established policies and procedures to resolve technical problems
Follow established guidelines, procedures and standards
May provide functional supervision to junior lab staff
May be responsible for procedures performed by fellows, students or employees in the lab
Develop knowledge of the fields of precision medicine and pediatric cancer by participating in discussions with the team and reviewing the relevant scientific literature

Here¿s What You¿ll Need

Bachelor of Science degree
Two years of relevant experience
Demonstrated competency in written and verbal communications
A commitment to understanding and aiding in the pursuit of equity, diversity and inclusion objectives

This will make you extra competitive:

Graduate degree with knowledge of molecular biology techniques (e.g., DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, NGS)
Demonstrated attention to detail and organizational skills
Knowledge and prior hands-on experience with DNA and RNA library preparation and the execution of NGS workflows
Prior experience working with automated liquid handlers

This position offers benefits including health and dental coverage, vacation/personal days, and access to a number of employee benefits, including our Wellness program.

Our Commitment to Diversity

The children and families we care for are from a variety of communities, and so are our employees. We welcome and encourage everyone to join our organization and be part of our team.

When requested, SickKids will provide access and inclusion supports to eligible candidates to support their full engagement during the interview and assessment process. Information received related to access or inclusion will be addressed confidentially.

Thank you for your interest in joining SickKids. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with our Hospital policy, employment at SickKids is conditional upon the Hospital¿s receipt of all necessary documentation.

How to Apply

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