biological scientist - The Hospital for Sick Children | Toronto, ON | Workopolis

Education

Doctoral degree

Skills

Communication skills

Benefits

Extended health care
Dental care
Vision care
Life insurance

Language

English

Work Term: Permanent
Work Language: English
Hours: 35 hours per week
Education: Earned doctorate degree
Experience: 5 years or more
or equivalent experience

Work setting

Urban area
Relocation costs covered by employer
Hospital (staff position)

Tasks

Supervise biological technologists and technicians and other scientists
Conduct molecular or biochemical studies and experiments in genetic expression, gene manipulation and recombinant DNA technology to develop new or alternative methods of producing products
Conduct research in biotechnology to discover, develop and refine, and evaluate new products
Conduct research into the structure and functioning of human, animal and plant tissues and cells
Conduct studies into the identification, effects and control of human, plant and animal pathogens and toxins

Supervision

Working groups

Industrial processes and biological studies

Clinical testing

Area of work experience

Health
Health care institution, facility or clinic
Research institute, laboratory or centre

Area of specialization

Cell biology
Biology

Security and safety

Criminal record check
Medical exam
Immunization records
Vulnerable sector check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

Attention to detail
Ability to distinguish between colours
Sitting
Fast-paced environment
Work under pressure
Tight deadlines
Sound discrimination
Combination of sitting, standing, walking
Standing for extended periods
Large workload

Personal suitability

Accurate
Excellent oral communication
Excellent written communication
Team player

Health benefits

Dental plan
Disability benefits
Health care plan
Vision care benefits

Long term benefits

Group insurance benefits
Life insurance
Other benefits
Pension plan