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Position Summary:
Under the direction of the immediate supervisor, oversees the day-to-day operations of a facility, a large laboratory or several laboratories. Organizes, distributes and verifies the work of others and participates in their training. Establishes priorities and schedules of projects. Coordinates execution of projects and service. Prepares quotations. Develops procedures and makes recommendations to improve unit efficiency. Develops methodology. Analyses and interprets data. Acts as resource person, resolves problems and instructs others. Administers accounts. Prepares budget proposals. Maintains equipment.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
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Provide operational support and services for researchers in the laboratory including but not limited to the purchase of common reagents/consumables stocks, and organizing lab supplies and equipment;
- Monitor instruments and equipment to ensure timely repairs and annual servicing. Liaise with vendors as necessary;
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Identify and resolve barriers for staff to perform critical experiments. Ensure Quality Assurance and Quality Control of the laboratory as well as to draft standard operating procedures;
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Coordinate personnel training and scheduling for all laboratory equipment as well as to ensure proper orientation and mentoring of new and existing staff;
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Serves as the point person for the laboratory and is responsible for working in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety regulations in effect;
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Ensures proper storage of chemicals and biologic reagents/cells in compliance to OHS regulations;
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Monitor waste collection for labs. Ensures proper labeling of waste and coordinates hazardous waste removal; Oversight of computer and general office equipment.
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Maintaining cell culture cell lines bank;
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Perform molecular biology experiments, which include performing lentiviral and adenoviral production, drug screening, western blotting, PCR, Quantitative PCR, RNA/DNA Extraction, employment of CRISPR Cas9 Technology, gateway cloning, site directed mutagenesis, RNA Interference, protein biochemistry
The list of duties and responsibilities outlined above is representative and not a complete and detailed list of tasks which may be performed by an employee whose position has been matched to this generic job description.
Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities:
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Minimum of a MSc degree in one of the Biomedical Sciences or related scientific field + minimum of 5 years’ experience in laboratory operations in a supervisory capacity, an asset;
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Significant experience in aseptic tissue culture techniques is a must;
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Experience working with genetically engineered mouse models, proficiency in mouse colony management, and genotyping;
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Have a wide breadth of knowledge pertaining to molecular biology techniques;
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Excellent organizational and communication skills; ability to work effectively with others;
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Teaching experience in lab settings is considered a strong asset;
As one of Montreal's Top Employers, here is what we offer:
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Competitive benefits package (Health, Dental, Life Insurance) (if eligible)
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Defined contribution pension plan (with employer contribution up to 10%) (if eligible)
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Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax Free Savings Account (TFSA)
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Competitive vacation policy
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Two (2) personal days
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Two (2) floating holidays
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Nine (9) "Summer Fridays" - paid days off between the St-Jean Baptiste holiday and Labour Day
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Paid time off over the December holiday period
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Tuition waiver for regular employees and their dependents
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Up to two (2) days of remote work per week where the position permits
Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.
Knowledge of English: McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level #4 (qualifier) on a scale of 0-4.
For a definition of our language proficiency levels, please click here.
Minimum Education and Experience:
Bachelor's Degree - Biology 2 Years Related Experience /
(MUNACA Level I) $35.04 - $43.42
35 (Full time)
Associate Professor
Position End Date (If applicable):
2027-07-30
2026-08-09
McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [email protected].
