Job#: 3056986 Job Description: Research Associate I/II, Research – Stem Cell Biology and Immunology Client: Biotechnology company Contract duration: 6-month contract (potential to extend) Location: Downtown Toronto Pay Rate: $30-35/hr Start Date: January 11, 2027 Description of Position Our client is seeking to hire a 6-month contract position at the Research Associate I/II level to contribute to the Research team in Toronto.

This position will involve hands-on in vitro work with iPSCs and immune cells, to evaluate and develop our client’s novel cell+gene efforts.

The successful candidate will be a technical contributor with human iPSC differentiation, immune cell culture and assays, and cell-based analytics including flow cytometry.

This position will support diverse collaborative efforts within the Research function.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a talented and self-motivated person to contribute to the development of cutting-edge allogeneic cellular therapies.

Responsibilities Under guidance and supervision, support the execution of in vitro experiments to evaluate novel cell+gene engineered human iPSC lines.

Isolate and culture primary human immune cells.

Execute/support iPSC culture and myeloid cell differentiations.

Characterize cells by multicolor flow cytometry and immunoassays (, Western blot) and assess functions using cell-based assays.

Generate and collect data, and communicate the results effectively to peers.

Document experimental data in electronic laboratory notebooks in a timely and accurate manner in accordance with the company’s quality management system.





Collaborate with other team members as needed to advance our research programs Attend and present data at laboratory team meetings.

Requirements or in cell biology, molecular biology, immunology or related discipline at entry level or with up to 5 years laboratory research or industry experience.

Hands-on experience with mammalian cell culture is required, preferably human primary immune cells.

Candidates with multi-color flow cytometry experience will be prioritized.

Experience with cell-based functional assays, including cell proliferation or cytotoxicity assays is a plus.

Self-motivated, highly organized working style, and an ability to maintain detailed documentation.

Ability to work effectively with peers in a results-oriented research environment.

Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe.

When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.

We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including Clearly

Rateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Everforth Apex Perks Overview: In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA.

📌 Research Associate I/II, Research – Stem Cell Biology and Immunology (Toronto)
🏢 Apex Systems
📍 Toronto