Research technician required to perform endocrine research using standard and complex molecular and cellular biology procedures under the general direction of the Principal Investigator. The laboratory focuses on neuronal cell biology, using immortalized cell models, to understand the molecular control of neuroendocrine processes including reproduction, feeding behaviour, and stress. Specifically, the incumbent will be expected to maintain numerous neuronal cell lines, including phenotyping of cell-specific markers. Techniques to be used include transcriptional analysis using Real-time PCR and Northern blot analysis, transfection studies and mobility shift assays; protein analysis using Western blot and immunocytochemistry; and other cell based assays including radioimmunoassys, calcium imaging, and cell proliferation assays.
Qualifications
Formal Education: University Degree; Or acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience: Minimum of two (2) years relevant experience. Skills: Technical knowledge and skills to perform moderately complex laboratory procedures and experiments. Basic molecular and cellular biology knowledge. Excellent working knowledge of cell culture techniques.Other: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently, detail oriented, ability to communicate well with others in the laboratory. Analytical skills, ability to summarize and prepare scientific data.
Closing Date
20/Jul/07, 08:59 PM, (UTC -7:00)
Pay Scale Group and Hiring Rate07N -- $39,875 with an annual step progression to a maximum of $50,948 See: https://utoronto.taleo.net/servlets/CareerSection?art_ip_action=FlowDispatcher&flowTypeNo=13&pageSeq=2&reqNo=31581&art_servlet_language=en&selected_language=en&csNo=10000#topOfCsPage
