Job Description

About SickKids

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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

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The Labatt Family Heart Centre is looking for an Assistant Research Technologist. The Assistant Research Technologist will work closely with the Research Manager and Principal Investigator and is responsible for applying scientific and technical knowledge and skills to perform laboratory research techniques and procedures related to fetal-placental cardiovascular physiology and function.

Here's What You'll Get To Do

Participate in artificial placenta experiments involving piglets and other animal models Assist with planned projects focusing on congenital heart defects and neurodevelopment Perform echocardiography imaging and analysis of fetal piglet/artificial placenta experimental data Assist in MRI data collection, analysis and interpretation Research/clinical data collection and entry into databases across projects Set up and maintain lab equipment Assist in developing, devising or improving existing methods, practices and standard operating procedures Communicate and maintain records of experimental data Assume responsibility for accuracy of techniques using established policies and procedures to resolve technical problems Assist and/or train students and other lab personnel Assist in writing sections of grant proposals Write abstracts and manuscripts for scientific publication

Here's What You'll Need

Bachelor of Science degree (minimum) or equivalent experience Demonstrate competency in written and verbal communication Prior experience with MRI and echocardiographic image analysis; experience with piglet handling and medication administration/blood draws an asset Prior knowledge and experience with medical image analysis software (e.g. Circle Cardiovascular Imaging, Mimics Materialise, ITK-SNAP, syngo Dynamics or equivalent) Prior knowledge and experience with routine statistical analysis (ANOVA, t-tests, correlations) & statistical programs (PRISM, STATA, R) A commitment to understanding and aiding in the pursuit of equity, diversity & inclusion

Here's What You'll Love

This position is eligible for employee benefits coverage; including health and dental. The full benefits offered will be discussed at the time of position offer. A focus on employee wellness with our new Staff Health and Well-being Strategy. Self-care helps us support others. A hospital that welcomes and focuses on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. The opportunity to make an impact. Regardless of your role or professional interest, you will be making a difference at SickKids and contributing to our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.

Employment Type:

Temporary full time

Our Commitment to Diversity

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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

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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

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