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Together with its wholly owned subsidiaries, OTI provides its customers with end-to-end solutions.
It's first-to-market, innovative products include rapid tests for the detection of antibodies to HIV and Hepatitis C (HCV) on the Ora Quick® platform; sample self-collection and stabilization products for molecular applications; and oral fluid laboratory tests for detecting various drugs of abuse.
Overview
DNA Genotek products are marketed worldwide and support thousands of customers as they achieve breakthroughs in genomic and microbiome research, in diagnostics laboratories, in the pharmaceutical industry, in companion animal genomics and in personalized medicine. This job posting is to hire for an existing vacancy.
Our R&D team within Sample Management Solutions at DNA Genotek creates innovative products and technologies to improve health and wellness by providing access to accurate, essential health information. The Scientist II role is expected to support R&D activities by driving knowledge and insights across a broad range of topics (e.g. collection devices, sample preparation techniques, services, and assays) and projects. This role is essential to our organization, independently working in the laboratory to help execute projects to design new products and/or technologies.
This Scientist II role is intended to support a wide range of lab based biological assays (such as PCRs, ELISAs, DNA isolation) for the purposes of product development and product support. This role requires strong experimental and critical thinking skills, diligent documentation, effective communication and a collaborative attitude.
Snapshot Of Responsibilities
Independently execute clearly laid out experimental plans and/or documentation processes and provide impactful feedback/suggestions
Analyze, interpret and summarize experimental results with minimal supervision
Independently execute a wide range of standard biological assays, such as PCRs, ELISAs, DNA isolation
Independently contribute to defined project(s) and/or a series of project tasks across multiple research topics and projects. Ensure that experimental design and timelines meet project expectations
Ensure the timely and accurate maintenance of records in adherence to company standards
Assist in regulatory filings, scientific papers, summaries, reports, presentations, patents and/or ideas/conclusions from experimental results to drive knowledge and insights
Work collaboratively within a team supporting research and development
Work independently in a safe, secure and productive fashion
Ability to work in a regulated environment (ex: ISO 13485, ISO 14971 etc)
What You Bring
Bachelors degree/diploma in biology (or a related degree) with 3 year of industrial or academic laboratory experience, Masters degree/diploma in biology (or a related degree) with 1 year of industrial or academic laboratory experience or direct entry after the completion of a PhD
Excellent English verbal, writing and presentation skills
Ability to thrive in a creative, science driven and innovative team
Strong capabilities with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Flexibility to multitask, and the ability to work in an environment with dynamic priorities
Comfortable with working with a variety of biological sample types (eg. stool, urine, blood)
Attention to detail when following directions
Ability to work effectively on a team
OTI encourages applications from all qualified candidates who represent the full diversity of the communities in which we operate. We apply a rigorous, consistent, and equitable standard to the assessment of all candidates, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, age, religion, veteran status or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where all employees are welcomed and belong.
What we have to offer:
Highly competitive Health, Dental and Vision Coverage for you, your spouse and your dependents
Disability and Life Insurance Benefits
RRSP plan with company-matching contributions
Generous paid time-off, including vacation days, sick days, additional company wide paid days off and personal days
Maternity Leave and Parental Leave Coverage
Adoption benefit for parents adopting a child
Employee Referral Program- you may be eligible for a cash bonus if your referrals are hired
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Service Recognition
Annual Fitness Reimbursement
Job-related Training Programs
Ability to participate in Teams, Committees, Events and Clubs
Depending on the role you may be eligible to work in a hybrid…
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