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Laboratory Scientist II

Description:

The Genetics & Genomics team at the University of Alberta Hospital has a great opportunity for a Laboratory Scientist II (LSII) in the Newborn Screening/Biochemical Genetics Laboratory. This laboratory provides a combined service which includes the provincial newborn screening for rare treatable conditions benefitting from early intervention, as well as biochemical genetics testing for the diagnosis and monitoring of hereditary metabolic disorders.

As an LSII, you will support the Newborn Screening and Biochemical Genetics Laboratory in Edmonton as part of a collaborative team. The LS II provides planning and coordination of research and development activities to introduce new testing methodologies and platforms and provides expertise in the operation and maintenance of instrumentation and methodologies, including gas chromatography mass spectrometry (GC-MS), liquid chromatography tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) and spectrophotometry. Another key responsibility of the position is to provide advanced technical oversight to maintain compliance with accreditation standards and participate in the development of laboratory staff.

Job Description (cannot change)
As a Laboratory Scientist II, you will be responsible for participation in the initiation of new approaches to testing, researching the viability of given projects, facilitating methodology development and conducting advanced or complex patient tests. In addition, you will be involved in the implementation of new technologies and instrumentation and develop training procedures for new or revised programs, technology or instrumentation.

As a Laboratory Scientist II, you will be responsible for participation in the initiation of new approaches to testing, researching the viability of given projects, facilitating methodology development and conducting advanced or complex patient tests. In addition, you will be involved in the implementation of new technologies and instrumentation and develop training procedures for new or revised programs, technology or instrumentation.

Completion of a Master of Medical Laboratory Science degree or a related scientific discipline.

Master of Science degree in analytical chemistry, biochemistry, pharmacology, chemistry or related discipline is required. A comparable combination of education and demonstrated method development experience may be considered.
Minimum 5 years of laboratory experience in biochemistry, pharmacology, toxicology, analytical chemistry, or related discipline with extensive experience using GC-MS, LC-MS/MS, HPLC, and spectrophotometry. Demonstrated experience in leadership and project management, test method development and validation with mass spectrometry technologies. Experience with enzyme testing would be valuable. Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office.
The LSII will need to be self-motivated with strong interpersonal skills to work both independently and as part of a team. Proven critical thinking, analytical, problem solving, planning, and decision-making skills are required. To meet project timelines, strong attention to detail as well as time management skills with the ability to prioritize work under stressful conditions are required. English fluency with exceptional verbal and written skills.

Experience with computer hardware and software setup and maintenance. Advanced knowledge of spreadsheet applications, such as Excel. Participation in scientific publications. Previous experience in a healthcare setting and experience working with automated sample handlers.

This position is in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Please search the careers page at Alberta Precision Labs in Alberta. The position closes at the end of the day on Feb 5, 2023.