Research Technician II

Company Description

UHN is Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.

UHN’s vision is to build A Healthier World and it’s only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality.

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Job Description

Union : Non-Union 
Number of vacancies: 1
New or Replacement Position: New 
Site: Allan Slaight Medical Innovation Lab (ASMIL) 
Department: Research 
Reports to: Scientist 
Salary Range: $61, 854 - $77, 318 per annum
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Shifts: Day 
Status: Permanent Full-time 
Closing Date: November 27, 2026

Position Summary

The Princess Margaret Cancer Centre invites applications for a highly motivated, detail-oriented Research Technician to join the newly launching Bevill Laboratory.

Our research focuses on dissecting mechanisms of gene regulation to drive novel cancer drug discovery and development. As an early member of the laboratory, you will play a pivotal role in establishing lab operations, contributing to cutting-edge wet-lab research, and advancing independent and team-based scientific projects.

You will receive direct mentorship and hands-on training from Dr. Bevill, alongside regular opportunities to collaborate with partner laboratories across the University Health Network (UHN) and the University of Toronto. There will also be the opportunity to attend scientific retreats and conferences, and present your work at weekly lab meetings amongst others.

Duties:

- Conduct standard and advanced molecular biology, cell biology, and biochemistry assays to support gene regulation and oncology drug discovery pipelines.
- Perform standard experimental procedures as assigned (i.e. – pipetting, cell and tissue culture, PCR, etc.)
- Execute and troubleshoot genomic assays and gene editing protocols, including RNA-seq, ChIP-seq, CRISPR-Cas9 editing and other specialized protocols.
- Perform drug treatments and biochemical pharmacologic assays.
- Assist with initial laboratory setup, procurement of consumables/equipment, and day-to-day lab maintenance, inventory management, and safety compliance.
- Accurately document experimental protocols, raw data, and findings in electronic lab notebooks and present results at weekly lab meetings.
- Actively participate in laboratory meetings, present primary literature at Journal Clubs, and represent the laboratory at institutional retreats and academic conferences.

Qualifications

- At minimum, a Bachelor's degree in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Genetics, or a related life sciences discipline, required  Master's preferred

- At least three (3) years of hands-on laboratory research experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
- Demonstrated wet-lab experience (academic research or industry setting).  Prior experience in mammalian cell culture, molecular cloning, qPCR, Western blotting, or functional genomics assays is desired.

- Strong organizational habits, meticulous record-keeping, and the adaptability required to help build a new lab from the ground up.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills; comfortable working both independently and alongside peers in a multidisciplinary team.

Additional Information

Why join UHN?

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

- Competitive offer packages
- Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/)
- A generous parental leave program including full salary support during leave
- Close access to Transit
- A flexible work environment
- Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
- Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates.  Please ensure you check your email regularly. At University Health Network (UHN), artificial intelligence technologies may be used to assist in the screening, assessment, and selection of candidates for this position.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.