Lab Technician - Tech 2 (AESES)

University of Manitoba

Department of Physiology & Pathophysiology

Rady Faculty of Health Sciences

Position number: 37933

Date posted: June 18, 2026

Job details

Lab Technician - Tech 2 (AESES)

New Project Full-Time (Grant Funded)

Yes

35 Hours/week (Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm)

$20.56 to $29.44 per hour ($37,419.20 to $53,580.80 per annum)

Appointment Dates

July 6, 2026 to July 6, 2027

420 hours worked

For more information please contact: Dr. Xinhui Wu - ***email_hidden***

Qualifications

MINIMAL FORMAL EDUCATION REQUIRED

High school completion with job‑related options plus two years = directly-related experience.-

Completion of a Community College course in a related discipline with no experience.
Some post secondary education is preferred.

EXPIERENCE

Demonstrated undergraduate research laboratory experience across multiple disciplines including microbiology, immunology, and cancer biology through research assistant positions at the University of Manitoba and affiliated institutes.
Experience performing routine molecular and cellular biology techniques under supervision, including sample preparation, sterile technique, and data collection.
Experience working in both academic research and industry laboratory settings (including QA laboratory co-op experience).
Experience with laboratory organization, experimental documentation, and participation in structured research projects.
Exposure to collaborative research environments and multi-project laboratory operations.
An acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to perform standard laboratory procedures accurately and follow detailed protocols independently under supervision is required.
Strong attention to detail with experience in experimental documentation, record keeping, and data integrityis required.
Familiar with basic molecular biology and immunology techniques (e.g., cell culture, sample handling, sterile technique, and laboratory assays) is required.
Fast-paced research environments is required.
Effective communication and teamwork skills developed through multi-lab research collaborations and student leadership roles is required.
Proficiency with basic computer applications for data entry, analysis, and reporting is required.
Proven ability to work in multidisciplinary research teams and contribute to ongoing scientific projects is required.
Demonstrated leadership and training capacity through student organizations and research presentations is required.
Strong academic performance and multiple research awards indicating high reliability and technical aptitude is required.
Experience presenting research at departmental and institutional research events is required.
Commitment to laboratory safety, quality standards, and continuous learning in research environments is required.
A satisfactory work record, including satisfactory attendance and punctuality, is required.

Key responsibilities

General Laboratory maintenance, cleaning, inventory management, ordering supplies/reagents and equipment upkeep.
Assisting with routine laboratory procedures and research experiments under supervision.
Learning and performing standard laboratory techniques and maintaining accurate records.
Assisting with onboarding and technical training of students/new staff in routine procedures.
Administrative tasks, safety compliance and participation in lab meetings.
May be required to preform related duties not exceeding skills and capabilities as required.

Additional information

The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities).

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