Research Technician III - Donald K. Johnson Eye Institute - Jobs and employment opportunities in Canada - jobs-ca.com

Union: Non-union

Number of vacancies: 1

New or Replacement Position: New

Site: Toronto Western Hospital

Department: Donald K. Johnson Eye Institute

Reports to: Principal Investigator

Salary Range: $37.47 - $46.84 per hour

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Status: Temporary Full-Time

Closing Date: November 4, 2026
Position Summary
The Research Technician III will play a key role in supporting innovative neuroscience and vision research within the Principal Investigator’s laboratory at the Donald K. Johnson Eye Institute and Krembil Research Institute. Working as part of a multidisciplinary research team, the incumbent will maintain and characterize human multipotent and pluripotent stem cell cultures, support the development of advanced 3D organoid models of the brain and eye, and perform a range of molecular and cellular biology techniques to advance studies of neurological and retinal disease.
Duties
Maintaining cell lines (cultured and primary), including human multipotent and pluripotent stem cell cultures, using standard sterile techniques
Conduct experiments to support ongoing lab research projects (Western blots, qRT-PCR, immunocytochemistry and immunohistochemistry)
Management of tissue culture facilities, ordering supplies, lab management
Support the day-to-day operations of the laboratory, including stock preparation, supplies ordering, and general lab maintenance
Assist with biosafety compliance, including biological/chemical inventory management
Help develop standard operating procedures and protocols for lab-related activities
Attend and present data in weekly lab meeting discussions, institutional research seminars, and research conferences
Some administrative support to the PI

At minimum, a Bachelors degree in biological sciences, or equivalent discipline is required
At minimum, 6 years of related experience is required
Prior experience with multipotent and pluripotent stem cell cultures is required
3D organoid culture experience is preferred
Prior experience with standard laboratory protocols for cell culture, Western blot, qRT-PCR, DNA electrophoresis and genotyping, molecular cloning
Prior experience with primary cell isolation from tissue specimens (animals or human) is an asset
Viral transduction and genetic engineering / gene-editing (e.g., CRISPR/Cas9) experience is an asset
RNA sequencing and bioinformatics experience is an asset
Willing to rapidly learn new techniques and skills with training
Capacity to work independently with minimal supervision
Highly-organized and able to prioritize effectively
Able to communicate and interact with staff, students, colleagues in a professional manner and daily basis (on-site)

Why Join UHN?

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.
Competitive offer packages
Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP
Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
A flexible work environment
Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

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Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.