Research Technician III

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on lab work

Professional development

Mentorship

Job summary

CancerCare Manitoba in Winnipeg is seeking a Research Technician 3 to support the Flow Cytometry Platform and perform a range of lab tasks under supervision.

You will operate cytometers, perform immunophenotyping, maintain equipment, develop SOPs, train staff, and contribute to active research programs while ensuring safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with laboratory analysis experience.
• High school diploma with 4+ years directly related experience.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Follow experimental designs established by scientists or senior technicians.
• Operate equipment including flow cytometers, centrifuges and FACS instruments.
• Perform routine and specialized lab procedures under supervision.
• Conduct flow cytometry and immunophenotyping; calibrate and maintain instruments.
• Develop and refine protocols and SOPs; literature searches to support work.
• Train and orient new employees and students; demonstrate techniques.
• Prepare purchase orders; ensure supplies are stocked.

Skills

Flow cytometry

Office software

Statistical software

Written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

High school diploma + 4+ years related experience

Tools

Flow cytometers

Centrifuges

FACS instruments

Job description

CancerCare Manitoba is a provincial agency which provides clinical and academic services and leadership for cancer control and the treatment of blood disorders. Our shared vision of a world free of cancer drives every member of our team. CancerCare Manitoba is the perfect place to thrive if you're seeking a fulfilling career in an organization that is committed to its employees' well-being and professional development.

Competition # 333-26-761097216

Posting End Date: October 5, 2026

Work Location: 825 Sherbrook St

Department: Research Institute

Union: Non-Union

Hiring Status: Casual

Reason for Term: Casual - Grant Funded

Anticipated Start and End Date: ASAP

FTE: 0 .0

Anticipated Shift: D ays

Daily Hours Worked: 7.50

Annual Base Hours: 1950

Keep the Science Flowing: Join Our Research Team as a Research Technician 3.

Do you thrive behind the scenes making complex experiments run like clockwork? We’re looking for a skilled and reliable Research Technician 3 to support cutting-edge research through hands-on lab work, technical expertise, and a strong commitment to research excellence. Working under the guidance of a scientist and senior technician, you’ll play a vital role in keeping experiments moving and data flowing.

About the Flow Cytometry Platform

The platform boasts a Cytek Aurora, BD FACSMelody, NovoCyte, and our newest instrument, Cytek Aurora CS. The technician will be doing a wide variety of flow cytometry and fluorescence-based techniques using these instruments. Collaboration, consistency, and curiosity are key to supporting the scientific goals of the platform.

Why Join Us?

This role offers the opportunity to:

• Build deep technical expertise with flow cytometry and fluorescence-assisted cell sorting (FACS)
• Work semi-independently once techniques are mastered, with room for initiative
• Train and mentor new staff and students in established laboratory methods
• Contribute meaningfully to active research programs supporting the broader scientific mission
• Be part of a collaborative lab where reliability and technical skill are truly valued

Your Role

As a Research Technician 3, you will:

• Follow experimental designs established by scientists, graduate students, or senior technicians
• Operate specialized equipment including flow cytometers, centrifuges, and FACS instruments
• Perform routine and specialized laboratory procedures under general supervision
• Conduct flow cytometry, immunophenotyping, and FACSCalibrate equipment, replace parts, and perform minor maintenance on laboratory instruments
• Develop and refine protocols and standard operating procedures
• Perform literature searches to support ongoing experimental work
• Train and orient new employees and demonstrate techniques to students
• Prepare purchase orders and ensure laboratory supplies are adequately stocked

What You Bring

Education and Experience

• A Bachelor’s degree in a related field with laboratory analysis experience

- or -

• High school completion plus at least four years of directly related experience

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

Skills & Abilities

• Practical experience with flow cytometry
• Experience with standard office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Experience with, or willingness to learn, statistical and analytical software
• Ability to learn, adapt, and master new laboratory techniques
• Knowledge of WHMIS and hazardous materials
• Familiarity with animal and/or human ethics protocols and regulations
• Commitment to maintaining a safe, compliant laboratory environment

Working style and communication

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently after training and as part of a collaborative team
• Experience training staff and students in laboratory techniques
• Some positions may require oversight of others’ work

Other requirements

• Physically capable of performing assigned duties, including mobility and moderate to heavy lifting
• Willingness to complete required certifications and training (e.g., WHMIS)
• A satisfactory employment record
• Legal eligibility to work in Canada

Assets That Set You Apart

• Experience with FACS and sample preparation
• Previous experience at CancerCare Manitoba
• Ability to speak French

What We Offer

• A hands-on technical role in an active research environment
• Opportunities to build and refine specialized laboratory skills
• A supportive team that values precision, reliability, and mentorship
• Exposure to a wide variety of laboratory techniques and biological samples

If you enjoy precision, take pride in well-run experiments, and like being the person others rely on to keep the lab moving, this role may be a perfect fit.

This position is subject to a Criminal Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector Search, an Adult Abuse Registry Check and a Child Abuse Registry Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred.

CancerCare Manitoba is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free recruitment processes and work environment. If you are contacted by CancerCare Manitoba regarding a job opportunity or testing, please advise if accommodation measures must be taken to enable you to apply and be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.

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We thank all that apply and advise that only those applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted.