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Lab Technician / Pharmacist
Junior Assistant
Lab Technician / Pharmacist
#38884
Remote / WFH
McGill University Health Centre - Research Institute
Job Description
RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF THE MUHC
The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) is a world-renowned research centre in the field of biomedical sciences and health care. Based in Montreal, Quebec, the Institute is the research base of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC), a teaching hospital affiliated with McGill University's Faculty of Medicine. The RI-MUHC is funded in part by the Fonds de recherche du Québec - Santé (FRQS).
Summary of Position
Department / Research Program: The Translational Research in Respiratory Diseases (RESP)
Program The Nguyen Lab, within the Translational Research in Respiratory Diseases (RESP) program of the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC), is looking for a Junior Assistant to support research projects related to respiratory infections, host-pathogen interactions, antimicrobial resistance, and the discovery of new antimicrobial agents. The incumbent will work closely with laboratory staff and will participate in routine microbiology activities, material and reagent preparation, data entry and management, and the overall organization of the laboratory.
Duties and Responsibilities
Participate in routine laboratory microbiology procedures and projects, including preparation of culture media, maintenance of bacterial cultures, sample processing, and execution of basic molecular biology techniques.
Prepare materials, reagents and equipment for experiments and ensure that laboratory supplies are adequately stocked and organized.
Records, organizes, and maintains experimental data, laboratory inventories, and research documentation in accordance with laboratory protocols.
Perform routine equipment maintenance, cleaning, and quality control procedures as required.
Ensure compliance with biosafety, laboratory safety and research ethics requirements.
Perform any other related administrative or laboratory-related tasks, as required and at the request of the immediate supervisor.
Website of the organization
https://rimuhc.ca/fr
Education/Experience
Education: Bachelor's degree
Field of study: Microbiology or related
field Work experience: 0-6 months
Required skills
Knowledge of French is required.
Advanced knowledge of oral and written English is required since the position requires regular and complex contact with researchers or international students who are exclusively proficient in English.
Bachelor's degree in microbiology or a related field of life sciences.
Prior laboratory experience in microbiology, bacteriology, cell culture, molecular biology or related techniques is considered an asset.
Knowledge of aseptic techniques, bacterial culture methods, and laboratory safety procedures.
Demonstrated ability to maintain accurate laboratory records and follow established protocols.
Additional Information
Status: Temporary full-time (35-hour week)
Pay Scale: Based on qualifications and experience
Work Schedule: Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30
p.m. Work Site: Glen Site, 1001 Blvd. Decarie
***If you wish to include a cover letter, please attach it to your resume in one document.
Why work with us?
4 weeks of vacation, a 5th week after 5 years
Bank of 12 paid leaves (personal leave and leave due to illness or family reasons),
13 paid holidays,
Modular group insurance plan (including a guarantee for gender affirmation),
Telemedicine,
Government pension plan (RREGOP) with defined benefit, guaranteed plan,
Training and professional development opportunities,
Childcare in the workplace,
Corporate discount (OPUS + Perkopolis),
Competitive monthly rate for parking,
Employee Assistance Program,
Recognition Program,
Possibility of flexible working and more!
https://rimuhc.ca/fr/careers
To learn more about our benefits, please visit http://rimuhc.ca/fr/compensation-and-benefits
THE POSITION POSTED IS NOT A HOSPITAL POSITION
Equal Access to Employment Program
The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) is a world-renowned research centre in the field of biomedical sciences and health care. Based in Montreal, Quebec, the Institute is the research base of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC), a teaching hospital affiliated with McGill University's Faculty of Medicine. The RI-MUHC is funded in part by the Fonds de recherche du Québec - Santé (FRQS).
Summary of Position
Department / Research Program: The Translational Research in Respiratory Diseases (RESP)
Program The Nguyen Lab, within the Translational Research in Respiratory Diseases (RESP) program of the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC), is looking for a Junior Assistant to support research projects related to respiratory infections, host-pathogen interactions, antimicrobial resistance, and the discovery of new antimicrobial agents. The incumbent will work closely with laboratory staff and will participate in routine microbiology activities, material and reagent preparation, data entry and management, and the overall organization of the laboratory.
Duties and Responsibilities
Participate in routine laboratory microbiology procedures and projects, including preparation of culture media, maintenance of bacterial cultures, sample processing, and execution of basic molecular biology techniques.
Prepare materials, reagents and equipment for experiments and ensure that laboratory supplies are adequately stocked and organized.
Records, organizes, and maintains experimental data, laboratory inventories, and research documentation in accordance with laboratory protocols.
Perform routine equipment maintenance, cleaning, and quality control procedures as required.
Ensure compliance with biosafety, laboratory safety and research ethics requirements.
Perform any other related administrative or laboratory-related tasks, as required and at the request of the immediate supervisor.
Website of the organization
https://rimuhc.ca/fr
Education/Experience
Education: Bachelor's degree
Field of study: Microbiology or related
field Work experience: 0-6 months
Required skills
Knowledge of French is required.
Advanced knowledge of oral and written English is required since the position requires regular and complex contact with researchers or international students who are exclusively proficient in English.
Bachelor's degree in microbiology or a related field of life sciences.
Prior laboratory experience in microbiology, bacteriology, cell culture, molecular biology or related techniques is considered an asset.
Knowledge of aseptic techniques, bacterial culture methods, and laboratory safety procedures.
Demonstrated ability to maintain accurate laboratory records and follow established protocols.
Additional Information
Status: Temporary full-time (35-hour week)
Pay Scale: Based on qualifications and experience
Work Schedule: Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30
p.m. Work Site: Glen Site, 1001 Blvd. Decarie
***If you wish to include a cover letter, please attach it to your resume in one document.
Why work with us?
4 weeks of vacation, a 5th week after 5 years
Bank of 12 paid leaves (personal leave and leave due to illness or family reasons),
13 paid holidays,
Modular group insurance plan (including a guarantee for gender affirmation),
Telemedicine,
Government pension plan (RREGOP) with defined benefit, guaranteed plan,
Training and professional development opportunities,
Childcare in the workplace,
Corporate discount (OPUS + Perkopolis),
Competitive monthly rate for parking,
Employee Assistance Program,
Recognition Program,
Possibility of flexible working and more!
https://rimuhc.ca/fr/careers
To learn more about our benefits, please visit http://rimuhc.ca/fr/compensation-and-benefits
THE POSITION POSTED IS NOT A HOSPITAL POSITION
Equal Access to Employment Program
