Job Description
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.
Summary of Duties:
In our molecular diagnostics laboratory, we are looking for a research assistant
Use bioinformatics tools to design CRISPR guide RNAs for molecular diagnostics
Develop Next Generation Sequencing workflow applications for pharmacogenomics
Assist medical laboratory technologists in developing standard operation procedures for molecular diagnostics
Perform data analysis and prepare for presentations and publications
Qualifications:
Successful completion of 4 years of undergraduate education with an overall GPA higher than 3.9. Previous research experience in method development in molecular diagnostics considered an asset
Experience with PacBio Long-read Next Generation Sequencing
Strong interpersonal, time management and organizational skills.
Strong oral and written communication skills and attention to detail.
Demonstrated proficiency in bioinformatics tools and design of CRISPR guide RNAs
Demonstrated knowledge of research regulations and guidelines in molecular diagnostics
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.
Summary of Duties:
In our molecular diagnostics laboratory, we are looking for a research assistant
Use bioinformatics tools to design CRISPR guide RNAs for molecular diagnostics
Develop Next Generation Sequencing workflow applications for pharmacogenomics
Assist medical laboratory technologists in developing standard operation procedures for molecular diagnostics
Perform data analysis and prepare for presentations and publications
Qualifications:
Successful completion of 4 years of undergraduate education with an overall GPA higher than 3.9. Previous research experience in method development in molecular diagnostics considered an asset
Experience with PacBio Long-read Next Generation Sequencing
Strong interpersonal, time management and organizational skills.
Strong oral and written communication skills and attention to detail.
Demonstrated proficiency in bioinformatics tools and design of CRISPR guide RNAs
Demonstrated knowledge of research regulations and guidelines in molecular diagnostics
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Research Assistant (SRI) - Biological Sciences position is now open for candidates interested in the Lab Technician / Pharmacist Jobs sector. This role in Toronto offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Lab Technician / Pharmacist Jobs is a plus.
