Technical /Research Support I

at  Western University

ABOUT WESTERN

With an international reputation for success, Western ranks as one of Canada’s top research-intensive universities. Our research excellence expands knowledge and drives discovery with real-world application. Western also provides an exceptional employment experience, offering competitive salaries, a wide range of employment opportunities and one of Canada’s most beautiful campuses.

ABOUT US

The Robarts Research Institute within the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry at Western University has made its mission to accelerate medical discovery. Through a powerful integration of basic and clinical research, we are driving major advances that impact on many of today’s most devastating diseases.
To be leaders in the advancement of biomedical knowledge and its clinical application for the betterment of human health.

Education:

• Undergraduate Degree in Medical Sciences or in a related fiel

Experience:

• 4+ months of work experience supporting research in a related technical field
• Experience with rodent

Skills, Abilities & Expertise:

• Familiarity with methods for research design, implementation and analysis
• Detail-oriented with an ability to function and process information with high levels of accuracy
• Ability to follow processes with high attention to detail
• Ability to employ a systematic and efficient approach to work
• Computer skills with the ability to learn and use software programs
• Basic computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite
• Personable and courteous in working relationships with colleagues, students and the public
• Ability to collect and analyze data in an objective manner
• Demonstrated ability to understand and resolve issues
• Ability to work independently and effectively as a member of the team to achieve department goal

The Technical/Research Support 1 will be responsible for carrying out research functions in collaboration with principal investigators, staff, and students. The incumbent will set up and conduct tests and experiments in adherence with prescribed research procedures as well as wet lab techniques such as immunostaining and will carry out technical animal care procedures, services and experiments. The incumbent demonstrates sincere compassion and care for animals, and must be available to work with rodents in all areas of the facilities, in accordance with the approved Animal Use Protocols.
Qualifications

Education:

• Undergraduate Degree in Medical Sciences or in a related field

Experience:

• 4+ months of work experience supporting research in a related technical field
• Experience with rodents

Skills, Abilities & Expertise:

• Familiarity with methods for research design, implementation and analysis
• Detail-oriented with an ability to function and process information with high levels of accuracy
• Ability to follow processes with high attention to detail
• Ability to employ a systematic and efficient approach to work
• Computer skills with the ability to learn and use software programs
• Basic computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite
• Personable and courteous in working relationships with colleagues, students and the public
• Ability to collect and analyze data in an objective manner
• Demonstrated ability to understand and resolve issues
• Ability to work independently and effectively as a member of the team to achieve department goals