Senior Laboratory Technician

Job Description

Schedule Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm Education Desgination as Medical Laboratory Technician/Assistant Required, Bachelor's degree in related field is an asset Career Level Requires 3 years of relevant experience Job Description Unit Description: An experienced laboratory Research Technician/Medical Laboratory Technican is required full-time in the Michael G. DeGroote Centre for Transfusion Research (MCTR) and the McMaster Platelet Immunology Laboratory (MPIL). The Michael G. DeGroote Centre for Transfusion Research is an academic research group whose mission is advancing transfusion science through innovative methodology and collaborative research to improve patient health outcomes.The McMaster Platelet Immunology Laboratory performs comprehensive research and testing to investigate immune platelet disorders, including Immune Thrombocytopenia (ITP), Heparin Induced Thrombocytopenia (HIT), Neonatal Alloimmune Thrombocytopenia (NAIT), Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (TTP), and Vaccine-Induced Immune Thrombotic Thrombocytopenia (VITT). Job Summary: The Research Laboratory Technician (III) is responsible for providing research support to faculty members in their research and teaching laboratory activities. This support includes performing standardized and non-standardized laboratory experiments and conducting literature searches for use in publications such as journal articles or papers. Works in a developing capacity with increased responsibility for performing a range of laboratory assignments under general direction. Purpose and Key Functions: Perform various in-vitro and in-vivo procedures that are moderately complex and specialized. Provide recommendations for procedure modifications and development of the research protocol methodologies. Adapt and modify established methods, assays, techniques, and equipment for various laboratory and test procedures. Liaise with other laboratories, external departments, and agencies to coordinate resources and schedules to meet research objectives. Develop presentations and present information at meetings, seminars, and conferences. Recognize and investigate apparent reasons for obvious deviations in results obtained. Write a variety of documents such as technical and procedural sections for research reports and standard operating procedures. Observe details and maintain accurate records of experiments and results. Log samples and related pertinent information. Gather and compile experimental results and assist in the preparation of data for reports and publications. Use software to conduct moderately complex statistical analyses. Exchange technical and scientific information with others. Provide updates at research group meetings. Responsible for keeping laboratory facilities, equipment, and area in clean, safe working order. Assemble and adjust tests and laboratory equipment for experiments and procedures. Operate, adjust, and maintain a variety of laboratory equipment and scientific instruments. Ensue adequate supplies are available for experiments. Schedule laboratory equipment for use. Demonstrate and train others on experimental techniques and the operation of laboratory equipment. Prepare chemical reagents and biomedical media according to formulae and assume responsibility for accuracy in the preparation and standardization of solutions. Pipette a variety of reagents and media. Monitor supplies and order inventories. Responsible for the proper storage of materials and the appropriate disposal of waste. Adhere to standardized procedures and protocols when dispensing chemicals and base media. Input, maintain, and verify information in a variety of databases and spreadsheets. Conduct literature searches and write literature review summaries. Requirements: Education: Designation as a Medical Laboratory Technician/Assistant (MLA/MLT) is required. Bachelor's degree in a relevant field of study is an asset. Experience: Requires 3 years of relevant experience. Assets: Designation as a Medical Laboratory Technican is required. Knowledge of hematology, bleeding disorders and transfusion medicine is an asset Experience with clinical testing for immune thrombotic disorders such as VITT, HIT, NAIT Experience with DNA extraction, quantification and amplification using PCR Experience with ELISA Experience with phlebotomy Experience with receiving and preparing patient specimens for analysis Ability to work in a fast-paced and fluid environment Familiar with McMaster University Policies and Procedures Employment Equity Statement McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and within the lands protected by the “Dish With One Spoon” wampum agreement. The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity. The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and especially welcomes applications from indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+. As part of McMaster’s commitment, all applicants are invited to complete a confidential Applicant Diversity Survey through the online application submission process. The Survey questionnaire requests voluntary self-identification in relation to equity-seeking groups that have historically faced and continue to face barriers in employment. Please refer to the Applicant Diversity Survey - Statement of Collection for additional information. Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact: Human Resources Service Centre at 905-525-9140 ext. 222-HR (22247), or Faculty of Health Sciences HR Office at ext. 22207, or School of Graduate Studies at ext. 23679 to communicate accommodation needs. Vaccination Mandate - FHS This position is located in a host hospital or other healthcare site that has an active vaccination mandate in place. Successful applicants will need to comply with these and any other health and safety measures necessary as part of their appointment. Hybrid Work Language To ensure an ongoing and vibrant University community that meets the needs of our students, staff and faculty and supports the University mission, ability to work on-site continues to be a requirement for most University positions. The University is supportive of exploring flexible work arrangements that effectively balance operational needs and employee interests, however, please note that due to the nature of this position - full on-site presence is required.