Position: Research Technician I
Location: MaRS Centre, Toronto
Department: Translational Genomics Laboratory, OICR Genomics Program
Reports To: Manager, Genomics Production
Salary: Commensurate with level of experience
Hours: 35 hours/week
Job Type: On-site
Status: Full-time, Temporary (1-year contract)

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.

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

The responsibilities include:

• Performing molecular biology laboratory techniques (PCR, qPCR, DNA fragment analysis) to support genomic research.
• Knowledge and use of quality control methods in a genomics lab.
• General NGS laboratory maintenance tasks as required.
• Documentation and communication of experimental results.
• Following laboratory SOPs and contributing to their upkeep.
• Optimization of protocols and reducing laboratory activities to written SOPs.
• Supporting more senior Genome Research Platform staff as required.
• Evaluating new genomics technologies for use in future research projects if required.
• Performance of high-quality work in an ISO 15189/CLIA-compliant environment.

Qualifications:

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Molecular Biology or related specialty, or recognized equivalent.
• Hands-on experience in an NGS production laboratory preferred.
• Experience in a cancer research laboratory or equivalent required.
• Hands-on experience in Molecular Biology or related fields (genomics, genetics) required.
• Awareness of or training in quality control methodologies (ISO standards, lean methodologies, Six Sigma) is an asset.
• 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.

OICR is a collaborative, not-for-profit research institute accelerating the development of new cancer research discoveries for patients around the world while maximizing the economic benefit of this research for the people of Ontario. We are dedicated professionals who bring expertise to each of our roles. We are looking for individuals who share our values of excellence, innovation, collaboration, impact, responsibility and community.

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

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

CLOSING DATE: Until Filled

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.

The Ontario Institute for Cancer Research thanks all applicants. However, only those under consideration will be contacted.

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