Research technician iii

CancerCare Manitoba is a provincial agency which provides clinical and academic services and leadership for cancer control and the treatment of blood disorders. Our shared vision of a world free of cancer drives every member of our team. CancerCare Manitoba is the perfect place to thrive if you're seeking a fulfilling career in an organization that is committed to its employees' well-being and professional development. Competition # 346-26-761097216 Posting End Date: October 13, 2026 City: Winnipeg Work Location: 825 Sherbrook St Department: Research Institute Union: Non-Union Hiring Status: Casual Reason for Term: Casual - Grant Funded Anticipated Start and End Date: ASAP FTE: 0.0 Anticipated Shift: Days Daily Hours Worked: 7.50 Annual Base Hours: 1950 Salary: $23.130 /$24.160 /$25.170 /$26.200 /$27.290 /$28.460 /$29.600 /$30.790 /$32.020 /$33.290 Keep the Science Flowing: Join Our Research Team as a Research Technician 3. Do you thrive behind the scenes making complex experiments run like clockwork? We’re looking for a skilled and reliable Research Technician 3 to support cutting-edge research through hands-on lab work, technical expertise, and a strong commitment to research excellence. Working under the guidance of a scientist and senior technician, you’ll play a vital role in keeping experiments moving and data flowing. About the Flow Cytometry Platform The platform boasts a Cytek Aurora, BD FACSMelody, NovoCyte, and our newest instrument, Cytek Aurora CS. The technician will be doing a wide variety of flow cytometry and fluorescence-based techniques using these instruments. Collaboration, consistency, and curiosity are key to supporting the scientific goals of the platform. Why Join Us? This role offers the opportunity to: - Build deep technical expertise with flow cytometry and fluorescence-assisted cell sorting (FACS) - Work semi-independently once techniques are mastered, with room for initiative - Train and mentor new staff and students in established laboratory methods - Contribute meaningfully to active research programs supporting the broader scientific mission - Be part of a collaborative lab where reliability and technical skill are truly valued Your Role As a Research Technician 3, you will: - Follow experimental designs established by scientists, graduate students, or senior technicians - Operate specialized equipment including flow cytometers, centrifuges, and FACS instruments - Perform routine and specialized laboratory procedures under general supervision - Conduct flow cytometry, immunophenotyping, and FACSCalibrate equipment, replace parts, and perform minor maintenance on laboratory instruments - Develop and refine protocols and standard operating procedures - Perform literature searches to support ongoing experimental work - Train and orient new employees and demonstrate techniques to students - Prepare purchase orders and ensure laboratory supplies are adequately stocked What You Bring Education and Experience - A Bachelor’s degree in a related field with laboratory analysis experience - or - - High school completion plus at least four years of directly related experience An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered Skills & Abilities - Practical experience with flow cytometry - Experience with standard office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) - Experience with, or willingness to learn, statistical and analytical software - Ability to learn, adapt, and master new laboratory techniques - Knowledge of WHMIS and hazardous materials - Familiarity with animal and/or human ethics protocols and regulations - Commitment to maintaining a safe, compliant laboratory environment Working style and communication - Strong verbal and written communication skills - Ability to work independently after training and as part of a collaborative team - Experience training staff and students in laboratory techniques - Some positions may require oversight of others’ work Other requirements - Physically capable of performing assigned duties, including mobility and moderate to heavy lifting - Willingness to complete required certifications and training (e.g., WHMIS) - A satisfactory employment record - Legal eligibility to work in Canada Assets That Set You Apart - Experience with FACS and sample preparation - Previous experience at CancerCare Manitoba - Ability to speak French What We Offer - A hands-on technical role in an active research environment - Opportunities to build and refine specialized laboratory skills - A supportive team that values precision, reliability, and mentorship - Exposure to a wide variety of laboratory techniques and biological samples - A stable role supporting meaningful, mission-driven research If you enjoy precision, take pride in well-run experiments, and like being the person others rely on to keep the lab moving, this role may be a perfect fit. Interested and qualified applicants are invited to submit a detailed and current resume, plus a cover letter demonstrating how you meet the above qualifications and the above competition number. This position is subject to a Criminal Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector Search, an Adult Abuse Registry Check and a Child Abuse Registry Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. CancerCare Manitoba is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free recruitment processes and work environment. If you are contacted by CancerCare Manitoba regarding a job opportunity or testing, please advise if accommodation measures must be taken to enable you to apply and be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. This information is available in alternative formats on request. Please contact CCMBAskHR@cancercare.mb.ca We thank all that apply and advise that only those applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted.