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Drawing on your knowledge and experience in laboratory functions, you will support the planning and effective operation of the netCAD Blood Research Facility.
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Utilizing your attention to detail, you will ensure all procedures and experiments are carried out according to Operating Procedures or Study Protocols and in compliance with GMP requirements.
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Using your excellent organizational skills, you will be involved in the maintenance of appropriate documentation and records in compliance with Canadian Blood Services operational procedures and work instructions.
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Applying your ability to be proactive and ensure excellence, you will perform routine maintenance of equipment and work areas to ensure safety and quality of blood products.
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Other duties as assigned.
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Completion of a secondary education and minimum of 2 years laboratory work experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Certification as a laboratory assistant is desirable.
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Technical skills including MS Office, and the ability to learn systems and programs, as required.
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Must have good oral and written communications skills.
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Ability to follow instructions precisely, prepare and maintain accurate records, and carry out tasks.
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Experience with blood component processing preferred.
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Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline from a recognized institution
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Minimum 5 years related experience working at a research and development laboratory
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Experience with blood component processing is an asset.
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An equivalent combination of education, training and experience maybe considered.
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Ability to guide and train team members.
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Contribute to operational decision making.
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Provide some leadership for an operational area (i.e, collections, production, testing)
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Ability to work independently and with a team.
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Ability to work safely and efficiently in a laboratory environment with biological and chemical hazards.
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Strong verbal and written communication skills.
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Strong skills in planning, organization and attention to detail.
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Experience with a variety of laboratory methodologies, equipment and pipetting.
