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Title: Research Lab Technician

Company: Nova Scotia Health Authority
Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia
Job Type: FullTime, Shift, Weekdays

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Company: IWK Health

Department/Program: CCFV, Research Services

Location: Halifax

Type of Employment: Temporary Hourly FT long-assignment (100% FTE) for 1 year x 2 position(s)

Start Date: February 2026

Union Status: Research, Management/Non Union Bargaining Unit

Compensation: $23.8224 - $29.7775 /hour

Closing Date: February 8, 2026 (Applications are accepted until 23:59 Atlantic Time)

IWK Health is an academic health sciences center in Halifax, Nova Scotia, providing care for two million individuals annually. We offer a supportive work environment with training opportunities, modern facilities, and wellness programs. We are committed to promoting an anti-racist environment and eliminating discrimination.

The Opportunity

The Research Laboratory Technician will provide technical support for clinical studies under the Lab Manager's supervision. Responsibilities include performing lab assays, interpreting data, processing specimens, maintaining records, and operating lab equipment.

Responsibilities

Carry out various assays such as PCR, ELISA, and microimmunassays

Calculate, interpret, and report data for research studies

Receive and process specimens according to protocols

Prepare specimen shipments and maintain databases

Operate and maintain lab equipment

Monitor stock/supplies and perform lab maintenance tasks

Provide general administrative lab support

Hours of Work

Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; 7.5 hour shifts

Your Qualifications

Relevant bachelor's degree or Diploma in Microbiology, Biology, or Science with 3-4 years of related experience

Strong problem-solving and leadership skills

Understanding of research ethics and Good Laboratory Practice (GLP)

Knowledge of Microsoft Office and lab instruments

Effective communication and organizational skills

Ability to work with accuracy and attention to detail

Thank you for your interest in IWK Health. Only selected applicants will be contacted for interview/testing. Accommodations for assessment processes are available upon request. This position is in the Management/Non Union bargaining unit.

An offer of employment is contingent upon background checks and credential confirmation. Internal applicants should apply through the internal system.

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Title: Research Lab Technician
Company: Nova Scotia Health Authority
Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia
Company : IWK HealthReq ID: 215904   
Department/Program: CCFV, Research Services   
Location: Halifax   
Type of Employment: Temporary Hourly FT longassignment (100% FTE) for 1 year x 2 position(s)   
Start Date: February 2026   
Union Status: Research, Management/Non Union Bargaining Unit   
Compensation: $23.8224  $29.7775 /hour   
Closing Date: February 8, 2026 (Applications are accepted until 23:59 Atlantic Time)IWK Health is a respected academic health sciences centre located in Halifax, Nova Scotia, providing tertiary and primary care for two million children, youth, adults and families each year across the Atlantic region. We have a team of approximately 4000 employees, physicians, volunteers and learners at sites across . People build careers with IWK Health with our focus on training and mentorship opportunities. We recognize each other's talent and celebrate our successes. We collaborate in modern facilities or virtually from home, align our work to our , and enjoy access to enhanced and wellness programs. We are proud to support our patients, families and communities and are grateful for the generous donor support we receive.Promoting an antiracist environment, and calling out discrimination as we work and provide care, is important to us. We are located in Mi'kma'ki, the unceded and ancestral territory of the Mi'kmaq people. Working in Mi'kma'ki and providing care to those across Atlantic Canada is a shared privilege with the original inhabitants who have lived here for many thousands of years prior to colonization. There are 13 First Nation communities across Nova Scotia, and more than 50 historic African Nova Scotian communities who also have a long, deep, and complex history dating back over 400 years. We have the highest percentage of people with disabilities in the country. Nova Scotia has the highest proportions of transgender and nonbinary people than any other province or territory in the country. We are active in our work to eliminate discrimination, but have more work to do to build that trust, acknowledge our biases and reduce the barriers our diverse communities face. We want IWK Health to be a safe and supportive space of equity and belonging in the care we provide and the employment we offer. We welcome all interested persons who selfidentify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotians, Persons of Colour, Immigrants/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply to support our goal for our workforce to be representative of the patients, families, and communities that we care for at all job levels.The Opportunity The Research Laboratory Technician reports to the Lab Manager. The Research Laboratory Technician provides laboratory/technical support of clinical studies. The Research Laboratory Technician reports to the Director, Laboratory Operations and is responsible for, but not limited to, performing various lab assays and procedures with knowledge and application of Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) as necessary.Responsibilities

Carry out a range of assays, including but not limited to PCR, ELISA, and microimmunassays
 Assays results: Calculate, check, interpret, and report data for clinical or nonclinical CCfV research studies
 Receive and process specimens according to study protocols; pickup specimens from hospital labs as scheduled
 Maintain specimen records and databases
 Prepare specimens shipments with the appropriate documentation as per guidelines
 Operate and maintain lab equipment according to protocols
 Monitor stock/supplies and reagents for ordering and disposal purposes
 Perform a variety of daily lab maintenance tasks, e.g equipment temperature checks
 General administrative lab support as required

Hours of Work Monday to Friday, 8:00 am  5:00 pm; 7.5 hour shiftsYour Qualifications

Relevant bachelor's degree or Diploma education (Microbiology, Biology, Science) and 34 years minimum related experience is required; combination of post secondary education and experience may be considered
 Strong problemsolving and leadership skills are an asset
 Excellent time management skills
 Understands research ethics, in concept and in practice
 Knowledge of Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), and/or Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP), and/or TriCouncil Policy Statement (TCPS 2) is considered and asset
 Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint,) required
 Strong analytical and problemsolving skills with meticulous attention to detail
 Knowledge of complex lab instruments and equipment
 Effective communication skills  both oral and written  and excellent interpersonal skills
 Selfmotivated and possess strong organizational skills
 Aptitude for mathematics and science
 Ability to perform detailed work and maintain a high level of accuracy

Thank you for your interest in IWK Health.Please note that we only contact applicants selected for interview/testing. If we invite you to participate in an assessment process (such as an interview or testing) you have the right to request accommodation. Please discuss your needs when invited to the assessment process.This is a Management/Non Union bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position.An offer of employment is conditional upon the completion and satisfactory results of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials.If you are an employee of IWK Health, please apply through the to ensure you are flagged as an internal applicant.

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