Histology & IHC Research Technician

University Health Network; Toronto; On-site; CAD 31,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HOOPP pension plan

Transit and UHN shuttle access

Flexible work environment

Development opportunities

Job summary

University Health Network (UHN) is seeking an entry-level Research Technical Assistant for the Histology and Immunohistochemistry team at the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre. The role involves processing and staining tissue specimens, supporting clinical trials and translational studies in a quality-driven environment.

The ideal candidate has a college diploma in a health-related discipline and at least 3 months of hands-on lab experience, with strong organizational and communication skills and

Qualifications

• Completion of a college diploma in a health-related discipline or equivalent.
• At minimum, 3 months of relevant hands-on laboratory techniques experience.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine histological techniques including tissue collection, processing, embedding, sectioning and staining.
• Process FFPE and frozen tissue for histology.
• Perform tissue sectioning using microtome and cryostat.
• Conduct routine and special stains (H&E and others).
• Perform IHC and IF staining and optimize antibodies.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and report results clearly to the team.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and sample tracking.
• Keep the workspace clean and equipment well-maintained.
• Collaborate with team and meet project deadlines.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Independent working

Attention to quality

Histology experience

Microscopy

Education

College diploma in a health-related discipline

Tools

Brightfield microscopy

Fluorescence microscopy

Digital imaging

SOP documentation

Job description

University Health Network (UHN) is seeking an entry-level Research Technical Assistant for the Histology and Immunohistochemistry team at the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre. The role involves processing and staining tissue specimens, supporting clinical trials and translational studies in a quality-driven environment.

The ideal candidate has a college diploma in a health-related discipline and at least 3 months of hands-on lab experience, with strong organizational and communication skills and