Technical Trainer – Toxicology

ACCOUNTABILITY

Train and coach technicians to maximize performance through an efficient organization of work. Support team leaders in their tasks.

MAJOR ELEMENTS OF RESPONSIBILITIES

• Train, guide and coach new staff;
• Re-train existing staff; identify the technical/documentation weaknesses in order to enable the employee to develop and advance;
• Ensure that proper training is available in a timely manner;
• Perform end-of-day checks in colony animals and revise data for these colony;
• Provide regular feedback on technician’s performance to their immediate superior;
• Participate in the development of new procedures;
• Evaluate, modify and write Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) when required;
• Perform technical work when required (as senior technician);
• Minimize costs whenever possible;
• Ensure that all tasks carried out are performed in full compliance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), where these conditions apply;
• Ensure SOPs are understood and consistently applied;
• Manage time effectively;
• Remain informed on all legislation and developments related to job through self-education and external training;
• Perform any other reasonable tasks that may be required.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• Work is constantly performed in a laboratory environment with live animals;
• Considerable sensory attention is required on a regular basis;
• Work schedule requires flexibility as per job requirements.  

Benefits

• On the job training;
• Possibility of internal advancement according to strengths and interests;
• Competitive benefits – Dental, Drug, Physiotherapy, Psychotherapy, Optometrist, Life Insurance, RRSP/TFSA participation;
• Uniform provided;
• Free parking;
• Shuttle service from Montmorency Metro station to the Charles River site;

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS 

• Collegial Diploma in animal health care or equivalent;
• Excellent knowledge of many laboratory techniques on different species;
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a GLP laboratory environment;
• Ability to manage complex technical problems;
• Demonstrated leadership;
• Excellent knowledge of related legislation, principles, practices and procedures;
• Bilingualism is required;
• Ability to work under time constraints and adapt to change;
• Flexibility to work on changing work schedules (weekends, evening/night shifts);
• Ability to work in a team environment;
• Working knowledge of related computer applications