Staff - Non Union
Job Category Non Union Technicians and Research Assistants
Job Profile Non Union Salaried - Research Assistant /Technician 3
Job Title Research Technician 3
Department Research Core Facility Biobank | Centre for Brain Health | Faculty of Medicine
Compensation Range $4,567.04 - $5,385.67 CAD Monthly
Posting End Date October 2, 2025
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.
Job End Date November 30, 2027
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Job Summary
The Research Technician (RT) is a key staff member of the Borgland Family Brain Tissue and DNA Bank core facility and will be responsible for taking the lead role in overseeing several complex activities including: managing databases, creation of new Biobank SOPs and research protocols, overseeing rigorous ethical guidelines, consenting participants, scheduling the collection of biospecimens from hospital clinics and external laboratories, transporting/processing/cataloguing biospecimens in a safe and timely manner, and overseeing the operations, testing, and maintenance of core Biobank equipment.
Organizational Status
The Borgland Family Brain Tissue and DNA Bank is a well-established core facility dedicated to the collection, processing, storage and distribution of human biospecimens. Located in the DM Centre for Brain Health (DMCBH) building, this facility is a valuable resource used by a broad range of investigators and clinics at the DMCBH, as well as external users. It serves as a critical link between clinical and research teams, allowing for the acceleration of research projects that will lead to the development of new therapies and techniques.
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