Biological scientist

apartmentSunnybrook Research Institute placeToronto calendar_month 

Overview

Languages

English

Education
  • Earned doctorate degree
  • Cell/cellular and molecular biology
  • Genome sciences/genomics
  • Oncology and cancer biology
  • Neurobiology and neurosciences, other
  • Gene/genetic therapy

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment
  • Air conditioned
Work setting
  • Business and/or industry
  • Various locations
  • Willing to relocate
  • General office

Responsibilities

Tasks
  • Supervise laboratory technical personnel, medical clinical personnel, graduate students, research scientists and other professionals
  • Write articles meant for the general public about wellness issues
  • Conduct biostatistical data analysis using computer modelling techniques
  • Participate in the commercialization of new products
  • Perform administrative tasks
  • Supervise biological technologists and technicians and other scientists
  • Compile and analyze statistical information provided by private and public health care institutions and organizations
  • Produce reports
  • Recruit and hire staff
  • Conduct molecular or biochemical studies and experiments in genetic expression, gene manipulation and recombinant DNA technology to develop new or alternative methods of producing products
  • Present the views of an association or organization to members, the media and the general public
  • Prepare research papers, educational texts or articles
  • Conduct interviews
  • Conduct literature reviews
  • Deliver presentations at conferences, workshops or symposia
  • Monitor and compile research results
  • Offer mentoring
  • Monitor and evaluate
Supervision
  • 5-10 people
  • Staff in various areas of responsibility

Experience and specialization

Research experience
  • Experimental or quantitative
Area of work experience
  • Clinical and diagnostic health
  • Health
  • Health care institution, facility or clinic
  • Research institute, laboratory or centre
  • Statistical analysis
  • Clinical trials
  • Research and development
Medical specialization
  • Cell biology
  • Clinical investigation
  • Genetics and molecular biology
  • Immunology
  • Microbiology
  • Biomedical science
Area of specialization
  • Bioinformatics
  • Evaluation and measurement standards

Additional information

Security and safety
  • Immunization records
Transportation/travel information
  • Willing to travel
  • Public transportation is available
Work conditions and physical capabilities
  • Attention to detail
  • Work under pressure
  • Ability to distinguish between colours
  • Tight deadlines
  • Fast-paced environment
  • Sitting
  • Combination of sitting, standing, walking
  • Standing for extended periods
  • Large workload
Own tools/equipment
  • Cellular phone
Personal suitability
  • Excellent written communication
  • Team player
  • Accurate
  • Excellent oral communication
  • Time management

Benefits

Health benefits
  • Dental plan
  • Disability benefits
  • Health care plan
  • Paramedical services coverage
  • Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
  • Group insurance benefits
  • Life insurance
  • Pension plan
Long term benefits
  • Long-term care insurance
  • Maternity and parental benefits
Other benefits
  • Learning/training paid by employer
  • On-site amenities
  • On-site daycare available
  • On-site recreation and activities
  • Team building opportunities
  • Parking available
  • Travel insurance
  • Wellness program
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