Laboratory Technician
University of Alberta
- Edmonton, AB
- $40,193-53,485 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Standard mice husbandry, which may include receiving animals
- Makes independent decisions regarding the health and care of animal colonies based on advice from animal care staff, veterinarians and principal investigator
- Conducts animal experiments independently or assists other lab members following discussion and instruction by lab members and principal investigator
- Conducts a variety of experimental procedures on animals including, but not limited to, injections, euthanasia, tissue sampling and processing
- Assists in the training of new students with animal experiments
- Prepares standard solutions for the laboratory
- Orders needed laboratory consumables, handles biohazard waste and cleaning of laboratory glassware and other instruments
- Works independently or assists other lab members with experiments (including, but not limited to, molecular cloning, virus production, immune assays, flow cytometry, virus titering and qPCR)
- Maintains current records of experiments
- Assists in maintaining and completing animal protocols and associated paperwork
- Ensures compliance with EHS under the supervision of the principal investigator
- 2 years experience in small animal model-based and cellular and molecular biology
- Animal Handling certificate
- Experience in a research environment
- Experience with handling and care of small animals
- Experience with troubleshooting laboratory protocols and equipment
- Experience with the administration of policies and procedures
- Experience with biohazard, radiation, WHMIS safety and policy
- Computer proficiency with MS Office and other platforms
- Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize work effectively
- Ability to network and build strong professional relationships
- Ability to strategize and develop creative and efficient solutions
- Demonstrated ability to adapt and pivot to rapidly changing demands
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment while managing competing priorities
- Demonstrated understanding of the importance of creating equitable, diverse, and inclusive practices
- Excellent time management and organizational skills and attention to detail
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Strong organization, accuracy, and attention to detail