Cell Culture Technician

Job Description

Job title: Cell Culture Technician

Company: Dalhousie University

Job description: Reporting to the ARC director, the Cell Culture Technician will be responsible for the operation and oversight of the cell culture facility in support of research projects that utilize cultured mammalian cells as a primary experimental model.
Key Responsibilities

• Culture 10-15 mammalian cell lines on a weekly basis. Maintain cell stocks and set up cells for experiments.
• Preparation of cell culture media and supplements.
• Maintenance of two liquid nitrogen cell banks, including record keeping of cell location and usage.
• Maintenance and cleaning of cell incubators and biological safety cabinets.
• Maintenance of associated equipment including a dishwasher, autoclave and water purification system.
• Monitoring compressed gas use and storage.

NoteDue to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus.
Required Qualifications

• Undergraduate or Masters degree in Biochemistry or Biology.
• 1-2 years experience in the cell culture and maintenance of mammalian cells.
• Experience working in the lab and maintenance of lab equipment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as a part of a team.

Assets
Additional InformationDalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a voluntary RRSP, health and dental plans and an employee and family assistance program.
Application ConsiderationWe thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Diversity StatementDalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visitPosting Detail InformationNumber of Vacancies 1
Open Date 09/16/2024
Close Date 09/30/2024
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicant
Quick Link for Direct Access to PostingDocuments Needed to ApplyRequired Documents * Résumé / Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Optional Documents * Cover Letter

Location: Halifax, NS

Job date: Wed, 18 Sep 2024 03:26:16 GMT