Job Description

Job Number:

J0423-1148

Job Title:

Histology Laboratory Technician (Research Institute)

Organisation:

Research Institute of the MUHC

Work Location:

SITE GLEN

Job Category:

Research and teaching

Job Type:

Temporary full time

Salary:

$39,548.60 - $59,332.00 /Year

Shift:

Day

Open Positions:

1



RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF THE MUHC
The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) is a world-renowned biomedical and hospital research centre. Located in Montreal, Quebec, the Institute is the research arm of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at McGill University. The RI-MUHC is supported in part by the Fonds de recherche du Qu\xc3\xa9bec - Sant\xc3\xa9 (FRQS).

Position summary
We seek a highly motivated, organized and meticulous individual with great attention to detail for a full-time position, to support the research activities of the Histopathology Platform and actively participate in its scientific development.

General Duties

• Execute routine histology procedures including tissue processing and embedding,
• Perform routine sectioning using microtome or cryostat (including frozen unfixed tissues),
• Carry out H&E and special staining,
• Prepare solutions in accordance to standard operating procedures,
• Clean and maintain instruments as well as all work areas in excellent condition,
• Dispose of hazardous chemical waste per regulatory guidelines,
• Document and maintain record of quality control-related information,
• Maintain inventory of supplies and coordinate equipment maintenance,
• Prepare and set up material and equipment, perform a variety of assays, analyses and tests,
• Assist Platform users in the development of methodological tools for their individual projects,
• Respond promptly to queries and requests for information,
• Troubleshoot, correct and adapt published methodologies
• Conduct other related tasks as assigned by the Platform Manager.

Website of the organization

Education / Experience

• D.E.P. in laboratory technique or BSc. in related field or equivalent experience,
• Histotechnician certification (HT) preferred,
• Minimum experience of 2 years as a histology technician,
• Excellent sectioning skills using the microtome,
• Excellente expertise de la coupe avec microtome et cryostat,
• Comp\xc3\xa9tences d\xc3\xa9montr\xc3\xa9es des proc\xc3\xa9dures histologiques et de la microscopie optique de base,
• Exp\xc3\xa9rience dans le traitement et la coupe des tissus osseux serait un atout,
• Manipulation et coupe de tissus non-fix\xc3\xa9s,
• Bilingue: fran\xc3\xa7ais et anglais,
• Excellentes habilit\xc3\xa9s en communication,
• Capable de travailler sous pression et supervision minimale,
• Autonome et organis\xc3\xa9,
• Aptitude \xc3\xa0 travailler au sein d\'une \xc3\xa9quipe, and cryostat,
• Demonstrated expertise in histological procedures and basic light microscopy,
• Experience in bone tissue processing and cutting is an asset,
• Handling and cutting of unfixed tissues,
• Bilingual: French and English,
• Excellent communication skills,
• Able to work under pressure and minimal supervision,
• Self-directed and organized,
• Ability to work within a team.

Additional information

Status : Temporary, Full-time
Pay Scale: $39,548.60 - $59,332.00 - Commensurate to experience
Work Shift: Full-time - 9am to 5pm.
Work Site: CTB - Glen site

Why work with us?

• 4-week vacation, 5th week after 5 years,
• Paid time off during the Holidays,
• Bank of 12 paid days (personal days and days for sickness or family obligations),
• 13 paid statutory holidays,
• Modular group insurance plan (including gender affirmation coverage),
• RREGOP government pension plan (defined benefit),
• Courses and professional development opportunities,
• Flex work options and much more!

https://rimuhc.ca/careers

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THIS IS NOT A HOSPITAL POSITION.

Equal Opportunity Employment Program

The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity, diversity and inclusion within its community. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who self-identify as members of racialized groups/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. We also welcome candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may confidentially contact,

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