Research Technician - Biological Sciences

One of Canada's Top 10 Research Hospitals, Sunnybrook Research Institute is developing innovations in care for the more than 1.3 million patients the hospital cares for annually.

Sunnybrook Research Institute is the research enterprise of Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, a teaching hospital fully affiliated with the University of Toronto. Research spans three Toronto-based campuses, eight programs and three scientific platforms. Our main aims are to understand and prevent disease, and to develop treatments that enhance and extend life. Our vision is to invent the future of health care. Each year, we conduct about $100 million in research across 500,000 square feet, including in the world’s first Centre for Research in Image-Guided Therapeutics.

Michael lab is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Research Technician to support ongoing research projects in Pancreatic Neuroendocrine Cancer Research. We are looking for a motivated individual who has hands-on experience in molecular biology, cell culture, and in vivo mouse models. The successful candidate will play a key role in conducting experiments, analyzing data, and contributing to innovative scientific discoveries.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform molecular biology techniques, including DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, qPCR, and cloning.
• Conduct mammalian cell culture experiments, including maintenance, transfection, and cell-based assays.
• Handle and work with mouse models (mandatory), including genotyping, injections, surgeries, and tissue dissection.
• Perform histology procedures, including sectioning and immunostaining for paraffin-embedded and fresh frozen specimens.
• Assist in data collection and analysis.
• Maintain detailed laboratory records and protocols and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Collaborate with researchers and provide technical support for ongoing projects whenever necessary.
• Manage regular laboratory duties such as organizing and stocking reagents, consumables, and equipment.
  
  

• Experience in CRISPR gene editing, flow cytometry, and microscopy is an asset.
• Previous research experience in oncology, neuroscience, or immunology is a plus
  
  

• Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences, Life Sciences, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred but not required).
• Strong hands-on experience in molecular biology techniques, cloning, and mammalian cell culture.
• Mandatory experience in mouse handling, including injections, tissue collection, and genotyping.
• Experience with histology techniques and immunostaining (most desirable).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced research environment.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.