MTS Level 7 - Research Technician - Department of Biomedical Sciences - Atlantic Veterinary College

Competition Number:
221E23
Position Type:
Staff Position
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
Department of Biomedical Sciences
Position:
MTS Level 7 - Research Technician
Contract:
Part-Time Permanent Position
Hours of Work:
18.75 hours per week
Salary:

$63,932 to $70,176 per annum, prorated to time and term, as per CUPE 1870

The 秀色短视频 invites applications from qualified individuals for a permanent half-time position as a research technician in the Department of Biomedical Sciences to support research in the area of mammalian kidney development using mutant mouse genetic models and mouse organ culture models.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provide general laboratory management. Support to microscopic anatomy courses as needed
  • General lab duties, the successful applicant will provide specialized technical research support in the area of animal disease models and molecular biology
  • The successful candidate will be proficient in molecular biology, microscopy, statistical data analysis data, digital image analysis, and accurate record-keeping
  • Performing basic molecular biology techniques such as RNA isolation, immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence, PCR, qPCR, western blot etc.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor of Science with at least 3 years of laboratory technical experience
  • Possess expertise in molecular biology techniques, and be willing to learn new techniques
  • Excellence in oral and written communication, computer-based data entry and analysis including ImageJ, Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint for Mac are required
  • Must be self-motivated and highly focused, with demonstrated excellence in basic research and lab management
  • Excellent organization and accurate lab record-keeping skills
  • Experience in laboratory management, working knowledge of standard operating procedures and practices for general lab management and basic molecular biology approaches are required
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and able to work as a member of a team        
Application Instructions:

Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link posted on the 秀色短视频 Human Resources website. Applications will not be accepted via email.

If you are unable to apply online, you can drop off your resume to the Human Resources Department, Kelley Building, 秀色短视频, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3, Fax Number 902-894-2895.

秀色短视频 is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. 秀色短视频 is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. If you require accommodation in any part of the process, please direct your inquiries, in confidence, to our HR Officer, hrofficer@upei.ca.

Only those applicants who are invited to an interview will be acknowledged.

秀色短视频 encourages all qualified applicants to apply for job openings; however, in keeping with the terms and provisions of the university鈥檚 various employment and collective agreements, first priority will be given to internal candidates.