Research Technician/Assistant (SRI) – Sunnybrook Research Institute – Temporary Full-Time 2025-12398 (2025-12398)

We are seeking a dedicated Research technician / Assistant to support our innovative translational research initiatives. The successful candidate will play a key role in

• Patient identification and recruitment, collaborating with clinicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure the implementation of our research projects and
• Performing various experimental work such as protein isolation, ELISA test, western blots and additional tests. This role requires a strong background in science or medicine and excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Patient Recruitment and Identification:
• Work with clinical teams to identify and recruit eligible patients for ongoing research projects.
• Communicate effectively with patients, providing them with clear, concise information about study participation.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records in compliance with research ethics and privacy policies.
• Experimental laboratory work:
• Maintain lab equipment and purchasing materials as needed.
• Perform experimental work designed by the team including sample preparation, measuring protein content, ELISA tests, western blot, RNA and DNA testing,
• Document all the data and present it as needed in charts, tables and graphs.
• Project Implementation:
• Support the creation and dissemination of educational materials for both patients and healthcare providers.
• Contribute to operational tasks, such as setting up infrastructure, requisitioning equipment, and ensuring standardized workflows.
• Data Collection and Analysis:
• Assist with ongoing data collection and quality assurance.
• Participate in regular steering group meetings to provide feedback and implement Plan-Do-Study-Act (PDSA) cycles.

Qualifications And Requirements

• Education:
• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (preferable) in a relevant field (e.g., biological sciences, medical sciences, etc )
• Experience:
• Prior experience in laboratory work is strongly preferred. Experience in clinical studies is welcomed.

• Skills:
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport with patients and healthcare providers.
• Performance of common experimental lab work
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and electronic medical records (EMRs).
• Other Requirements:
• Some flexibility in work hours to accommodate program and patient needs.
• Knowledge of research ethics, including informed consent processes and patient confidentiality protocols.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with education material development (e.g., infographics, videos).