| POSITION TITLE |
Research Technician III |
| DEPARTMENT |
Pathology Core, The Center for Phneogenomics |
| EMPLOYMENT TYPE |
Temporary Full Time |
| HOURS OF WORK |
37.5 hours per week |
| EMPLOYEE GROUP |
Non-Union |
| REPORTS TO |
Manager of Pathology Core |
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Technician III will independently perform accessioning of service requests, grossing of histology samples, tissue processing and embedding, microtomy and cryo-microtomy, routine and special stains, slide scanning with brightfield and fluorescence, mouse necropsies and organ dissection. The Technician III will provide expert consultation and training to Pathology Core’s clients when required.
Other duties, including assisting with immunohistochemistry, blood and urine biochemistry analysis may also be required, and appropriate training will be provided. The Technician III must adhere to all documentation, regulations, protocols, and procedures of TCP’s Pathology Core and the Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute.
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Contribute to accessioning service requests and data entry into the Pathology Core’s Laboratory Management platform.
- Perform grossing of fixed tissues, processing + paraffin embedding, cutting of formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded and frozen tissue samples.
- Perform histology staining using manual and automated techniques.
- Perform slide scanning with brightfield and fluorescence slide scanners
- Perform appropriate mouse handling, anesthesia, necropsies, blood collection, specific organ dissection, prepare blood and bone marrow smears.
- Keep Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for lab operations up to date.
- Perform daily maintenance of histology equipment and troubleshoot any issues that might arise.
- Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of each client's service requirements, providing responsive technical guidance and customized histology solutions to support project objectives.
- Provide general interpretation of histology stains and educate clients on the results.
- Independently pursue assay and SOP development.
- Contribute to accessioning service requests and data entry into the Pathology Core’s Laboratory Information Management System.
QUALIFICATIONS
- A BSc or equivalent training and experience in the life sciences.
- A minimum of five years of experience with gross pathology and histology procedures: organ dissection, paraffin processing and embedding, paraffin and cryo-microtomy, routine and special histology stains, slide scanning.
- Demonstrated knowledge of embryonic and adult mouse anatomy and histology.
- Demonstrated ability to apply sound decision-making principles, maintain a high level of organization, accuracy, and attention to detail with clear documentation practices.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, contributing to an inclusive and respectful team environment.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and timelines, with flexibility to adapt to changes in schedules and needs.
- Willingness to learn new techniques, solve technical problems, troubleshoot, and optimize standard protocols.
- Must be able to communicate (verbal and written) information within the team and to users of the facility.
- Computer and database entry skills.
PREFERRED
- Experience with immunohistochemistry and/or clinical biochemistry is an asset.
- Medical Lab Assistant/ Technologist certification by the Ontario Society of Medical Technologists.
SALARY
Hourly rate starting at $37.149
In accordance with Institute’s policy and legislated health and safety requirements, employment is conditional upon the verification of credentials, completion of a health review, and demonstrating proof of immunity and vaccination status of vaccine-preventable diseases. Successful candidates will be required to provide two (2) written reference letters from their former employer(s)/supervisor(s).
We are a fully committed to fairness and equity in employment and our recruitment and selection practices. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, people with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, members of racialized groups, women and any others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Sinai Health community. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under our Access for People with Disabilities policy. Applicants need to make their requirements known in advance.
The Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute is a scent-sensitive environment, and all members of the community are expected to refrain from wearing or using scented products while visiting or working at the Institute. We also support a barrier-free workplace supported by the Institute’s accessibility plan, accommodation and disability management policies and procedures. Should you require accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, including accessible job postings, please contact the Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Human Resources Department.
Our hiring process uses job posting portals that screen relevant keywords, followed by a review from a human recruiter.
| Posting open until July 12, 2026. We thank all candidates for applying. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. |
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