AGC Research Technician

ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE  This role reports to Director, Applied Genomics Centre.
SUMMARY  The Research Technician has a supportive role for research goals of the Applied Genomics Centre (AGC). This individual will support applied research projects under the supervision and direction of the AGC Director, Laboratory and Research Coordinator, and senior research staff. Where appropriate, they may also help supervise and train student researchers working in the AGC laboratories, or in the field as applicable.

They will contribute to experimental design, perform laboratory tasks, and communicate results to the Director, Associates, and industry partners.
There are currently 2 openings for this position.  

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES   Provide research support for the AGC’s Director, Faculty project leads, Laboratory and Research Coordinator, and senior research staff
Gather, organize and maintain experimental data and records in the AGC lab, and in the field when required
Execute experiments required for research projects, including quality control, and troubleshooting when necessary
Assist in preparing reports and presentations, collaboratively and under the direction of the AGC’s senior leadership
Provide on-site supervision and training to undergraduate student researchers, when required
Generate and update standard operating procedures for routine and new developments, in collaboration with the Laboratory and Research Coordinator and/or senior research staff
Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS   BSc in Biology or related discipline
Relevant experience with a focus on genomics and/or metabolomics
Research experience is an asset

* SALARY INFORMATION  Anticipated hourly pay rate: $24.00 - $28.00