Job Description

Research Technician

The Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization (VIDO), Canada's Centre for Pandemic Research, is a world leader in infectious disease research and vaccine development for humans and animals. Located at the University of Saskatchewan in Saskatoon, Canada, VIDO is home to one of the largest and most advanced containment level 3 facilities in the world. To strengthen the preparedness for emerging infectious diseases we are currently expanding our infrastructure to

include containment level 4 capacity, a GMP vaccine manufacturing facility, and a new animal housing facility. Our vision includes having the capacity to study any emerging disease in any animal model embracing a One Health approach to prevent emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases in humans and animals.

We are seeking a Research Technician to join our team. Reporting to Dr. Aneesh Thakur the Research Technician is responsible for performing laboratory experimental activities as well as accurately recording procedures used and data generated.

Qualifications

An undergraduate degree in biomedical, pharmacy or other relevant sciences and/or a BioScience Technology Diploma is required.

Preference will be given to candidates with knowledge in at least one of the following areas:

• Experience in formulation (e.g., nanoparticles, drug delivery systems) and analytics (e.g., HPLC, Mass
• spectrometry).
• Molecular biology (e.g., PCR, gene expression, SDS-PAGE, Western Blotting), and tissue culture techniques
• (e.g., mammalian cells handling, stock preparation and maintenance of Tissue Culture cells).
• Assays to access cell-mediated immunity through flow cytometry: ex vivo stimulation of PBMC/lymphocytes
• and intracellular cytokine staining for functional profiling.
• The candidate should be comfortable working with animals and willing to undertake necessary training to work in a containment level 2 environment.

Interested candidates are asked to submit their application including a cover letter, CV, and the names of three references. Review of applications will begin immediately; however, applications will be accepted and evaluated until the position is filled.

We thank all applicants for their interest; only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. For more information visit: vido.org

Department: VIDO
Status: Term 2 years with the possibility of extension or becoming permanent
Employment Group: Research
Shift: Monday - Friday, 7.5 hours per day (37.5 hours per week)
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 37.5
Salary: The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
Posted Date: 10/7/2022
Closing Date: 11/3/2022
Number of Openings: 1
Work Location: On Campus

The successful applicant will be required to provide the following current verification(s) where 'Yes' is indicated below. Further information is available at:

Criminal Record Check: Yes
Driver's License and Abstract Check: Not Applicable
Education/Credential Verification: Yes
Vulnerable Sector Check: Not Applicable

Please review the University of Saskatchewan's for faculty, staff and students in consideration of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The University believes equity, diversity, and inclusion strengthen the community and enhance excellence, innovation and creativity. We are dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich our work and learning environments. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We are committed to providing accommodations to those with a disability or medical necessity. If you require an accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request. The University of Saskatchewan's main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Metis. We pay our respects to the First Nations and Metis ancestors of this place and reaffirm our relationship with one another. Together, we are uplifting Indigenization to a place of prominence at the University of Saskatchewan.