City : Toronto

Category : Full Time

Industry : Healthcare

Employer : The Hospital for Sick Children

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.

Posting Description

The Research Technologist II is responsible for applying technical knowledge and skills to perform moderately complex laboratory procedures and experiments.  Assignments will be broadly outlined and frequently require some theoretical insight, the interpretation of empirical data and the ability to find and extract pertinent information from technical literature.

We seek a highly motivated and experienced technologist to contribute to a nascent DNA-Encoded Library (DEL) screening platform facility within SickKids Research Institute. This role will entail rigorous implementation of standardized DEL screening protocols, such as protein target characterization and pre-selection setup, execution of DEL selections at scale, DNA work-up of library selections, library sequencing, data processing, and post-screen quality control. You will report directly to the DEL screening platform Senior Scientific Manager.

Here's What You'll Get To Do

• Execute pre-selection and DEL selection experiments according to standard protocols.
• Prepare sequencing libraries post DEL selection and coordinate with NGS sequencing core.
• Archive and track DEL screen data.
• Support lab management responsibilities and ensure compliance with health and safety procedures.
• Foster collaboration across a global team of academic and industry leaders.
• Collaborate in the preparation of seminars, posters and presentations; present data at lab meetings, workshops, etc.
• Assist with drafting research manuscripts including compiling data, deposition of data, and preparation of figures
• Work as part of a cooperative, knowledgeable, experienced team

Here's What You'll Need

• Master of Science or equivalent expertise in protein biochemistry, molecular biology, drug discovery, chemistry and/or analytical workflows
• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience at the bench
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail
• Experience with protein purification by affinity and gel filtration chromatography an asset
• Ability to deliver on project goals in a timely manner
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Committed to continuous learning and improvement
• A commitment to understanding and aiding in the pursuit of equity, diversity and inclusion objectives

Employment Type:

Temporary, Full-Time (1 year contract with possibility of renewal up to 4 years total)

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Our Commitment to Diversity

SickKids is committed to championing equity, diversity and inclusion in all that we do, fostering an intentionally inclusive and culturally safe environment that reflects the diversity of the patients, families and communities we serve. Learn more about workplace inclusion.

Accessibility & Accommodation

If you require accommodation during the application process, please reach out to our aSKHR team.  SickKids can provide access and inclusion supports to eligible candidates to support their full engagement during the interview and selection process as well as to ensure candidates are able to perform their duties once successfully hired.  If you are invited for an interview and require accommodation, please let us know at the time of your invitation to interview. Information received related to access, inclusion or accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

How to Apply

Technical difficulties? Email ask.hr@sickkids.ca with a short description of the issues you are experiencing. We will not accept resumes sent to this inbox but we are happy to respond to requests for technical assistance.

Tip: Combine your cover letter and resume into ONE document of 20 pages or less as you cannot upload multiple documents as part of your application.

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