Liquid Biopsy Research Technician: DNA & NGS Analysis

Queen's University; Kingston; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Queen's University in Kingston, Ontario invites applications for a Research Technician to support projects on liquid biopsies for metastatic breast cancer. The role involves processing blood samples, DNA extraction from plasma, performing liquid biopsies, and analyzing sequencing data under minimal supervision.

Collaborating with the PI, trainees and medical staff, you will help develop scalable protocols, maintain equipment, and assist with data presentation and reports while ensuring health

Qualifications

• Two- or three-year post-secondary program in laboratory techniques or a related field.
• University degree within a relevant field considered an asset.
• Fluency in computer skills including Microsoft Office Applications.
• Previous experience with Next Generation Sequencing pipelines and analysis is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Process blood samples and extract DNA from plasma samples collected.
• Carry out liquid biopsies, analyze Next Generation Sequencing data.
• In conjunction with the PI develop appropriate protocols for the large-scale processing of samples.
• Compile, organize and analyze data using special computer programs to aid in the research, analysis & presentation of data.
• Present data to the PI and lab members in written reports and/or verbally at lab meetings.
• Maintain lab space and equipment in accordance with health and safety regulations and perform preventive maintenance procedures.
• Interact with trainees and medical staff at various locations in support of the project objectives.
• Perform administrative tasks related to the research project.
• Answer general inquiries and refer problems to PI.
• Contribute to teaching experimental methods and techniques to trainees.
• Supervise students, ensuring compliance to proper ethics and safety protocols.
• Undertake other duties as delegated by the PI in support of the project.

Skills

Lab technique proficiency

Analytical skills

Written and verbal communication

Attention to detail

Education

Two- or three-year post-secondary program in laboratory techniques

University degree in a relevant field

Tools

Next Generation Sequencing

Microsoft Office

Job description

Queen's University in Kingston, Ontario invites applications for a Research Technician to support projects on liquid biopsies for metastatic breast cancer. The role involves processing blood samples, DNA extraction from plasma, performing liquid biopsies, and analyzing sequencing data under minimal supervision.

Collaborating with the PI, trainees and medical staff, you will help develop scalable protocols, maintain equipment, and assist with data presentation and reports while ensuring health