Research Technician III

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA); Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

CancerCare Manitoba invites applications for a Research Technician 3 to support cutting-edge research through hands-on lab work under the guidance of scientists and senior technicians. The role focuses on flow cytometry, instrument maintenance, and data throughput in a high‑caliber research environment.

You will develop and refine protocols, train staff, and contribute to successful experiments while ensuring safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with laboratory analysis experience
• Alternative: high school with 4+ years related experience
• Equivalent education/experience may be considered

Responsibilities

• Follow experimental designs established by scientists or senior staff
• Operate flow cytometers, centrifuges, and FACS instruments
• Perform routine and specialized lab procedures under supervision
• Calibrate and maintain equipment; replace parts as needed
• Develop and refine protocols and SOPs
• Conduct literature searches to support experiments
• Train and orient new staff and students
• Prepare purchase orders and maintain supplies

Skills

Flow cytometry

Office software

Statistical software

Laboratory techniques

WHMIS knowledge

Ethics protocols

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

High school + 4 years related experience

Tools

Flow cytometry instruments

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 # 346-26-761097216

Posting End Date: October 13, 2026

City: Winnipeg

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: Days

Daily Hours Worked: 7.50

Annual Base Hours: 1950

Salary: $23.130 /$24.160 /$25.170 /$26.200 /$27.290 /$28.460 /$29.600 /$30.790 /$32.020 /$33.290

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
• A stable role supporting meaningful, mission‑driven research

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.