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Research Technician - Biodiversity Conservation Unit
Organization:
Ministry of Natural Resources
Division:
Aquatic Research and Development Section
Language of Position(s):
English
Job Term:
1 Temporary - Up to 6 months with possible extension
Job Code:
41104 - Resource Technician 3
Salary:
$22.91 - $25.50 Per Hour*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.
The Ministry of Natural Resources, Aquatic Research and Development Section has an excellent temporary opportunity as a research technician in our aquatic genetics laboratory located at Trent University in Peterborough Ontario.
What can I expect to do in this role?
In this position you will:
-Assist the senior genetics technician with operation and management of the Aquatic Biodiversity Conservation Unit's genetics laboratory;
-Conduct laboratory work such as DNA extraction, quantification, precipitation, amplification, electrophoresis, and scoring;
-Assist with the planning of experiments, manage and summarize genetic data, and prepare reports;
-Provide technical assistance and training to MNR staff, students and collaborators in genetic laboratory techniques and methods.
How do I qualify?
Mandatory
Valid Class G Driver's licence or equivalent as recognized by the Province of Ontario
Technical knowledge:
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in DNA amplification and electrophoresis to conduct genetic laboratory work;
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in laboratory methods used in fisheries and/or population genetics and in troubleshooting biochemical reactions;
- Knowledge of sound data management principles;
- Proven knowledge of safe working practices in a laboratory setting, including the use of hazardous chemicals;
- Demonstrated knowledge of the worker responsibilities as outlined in the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations.
Computer skills:
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the use of personal computers for data storage and retrieval.
Leadership, project management and analytical skills:
- Proven leadership, project management, analytical and problem solving skills to implement several project concurrently and to troubleshoot problems in the laboratory.
Communication skills:
- Demonstrated interpersonal skills, tact and judgment to communicate with public, staff, students and clients and to provide technical assistance and training.
- Demonstrated ability to prepare written data summaries.
Additional Information:
Address:
- 1 English Temporary, duration up to 6 months, 2140 East Bank Drive, Peterborough, East Region
Compensation Group:
Ontario Public Service Employees Union
Schedule:
4.7
Category:
Lands and Resources
Posted on:
Monday, November 5, 2012
All external applicants (including former employees of the Ontario Public Service) applying to a competition in a ministry or Commission public body must disclose (either in the cover letter or resume) previous employment with the Ontario Public Service. Disclosure must include positions held, dates of employment and any active restrictions as applicable from being rehired by the Ontario Public Service. Active restrictions can include time and/or ministry-specific restrictions currently in force, and may preclude a former employee from being offered a position with the Ontario Public Service for a specific time period (e.g. one year), or from being offered a position with a specific ministry (either for a pre-determined time period or indefinitely). The circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment.
Remember: The deadline to apply is Tuesday, November 20, 2012 11:59 pm EST. Late applications will not be accepted.
We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for further screening or an interview will be contacted.
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Toutes les offres d'emploi externes de la fonction publique de l'Ontario sont affichées en anglais et en français. Pour connaître les exigences linguistiques, vérifiez les renseignements sur la « langue du poste » figurant dans le haut de chaque offre d'emploi. Pour tous les postes, l'évaluation des candidates et candidats se fera en anglais, la langue usuelle de la fonction publique de l'Ontario. En ce qui concerne les postes désignés bilingues, la maîtrise du français des candidates et candidats sera également évaluée.
