Support preclinical research at UHN’s Princess Margaret Cancer Research Tower through animal procedures, monitoring, and detailed documentation. This permanent full-time position works day shifts.

The Tessier Lab seeks an Animal Technician / Animal Procedure Support qualified for organ preservation and transplantation research. You will support studies involving laboratory animals, particularly rats and pigs, while following approved protocols. The position reports to a Senior Scientist within the Peter Munk Cardiac Centre Research Institute.

Key Responsibilities:

- Support preclinical studies involving laboratory animals
- Prepare animals, equipment, medications, supplies, and procedure areas
- Assist with handling, restraint, monitoring, and post-procedure care
- Record procedures, observations,



treatments, and study activities
- Collaborate with researchers, veterinarians, and animal-care staff

Requirements:

- Bachelor’s degree in a health or science-related discipline
- At least six months of relevant hands-on experience
- Laboratory animal experience with rats or pigs is an asset
- Interest in animal care and translational biomedical research
- Commitment to animal welfare, ethical research, and laboratory safety

Bring animal-handling knowledge, careful documentation, and collaborative practice to UHN’s translational organ research program.

📌 Animal Technician Preclinical Research (Toronto)
🏢 University Health Network
📍 Toronto