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Competition # 365-26- 765002928/761020306

Posting End Date: November 2,2026

City: Winnipeg

Work Location: McCharles

Union: Non-Union

Hiring Status: Term - Grant Funded

Reason for Term: Other Leave

Anticipated Start and End Date: November 16,2026 – November 15,2028

FTE: 1.0

Anticipated Shift: D ays

Daily Hours Worked: 7.5

Annual Base Hours: 1950

Salary: $23.130, $24.160, $25.170, $26.200, $27.290, 28.460, $29.600, $30.790, $32.020, $33.290.

Job Summary

Are you an experienced research professional with expertise in biobanking, specimen processing, and laboratory operations? We are hiring a Research Technician III to support the Manitoba Ovarian Biobank Program (MOBP) within the Manitoba Tumour Bank (MTB) at CancerCare Manitoba. This position plays a key role in coordinating the collection, processing, organization, storage, and distribution of biospecimens and associated research resources that support ovarian cancer research.

Working under the direction of the Directors of the MOBP and MTB, the successful candidate will independently coordinate day-to-day biobanking activities, maintain biospecimen inventories and resource records, support quality assurance initiatives, and contribute to the development and continuous improvement of laboratory and repository procedures.



The position also provides technical expertise and guidance to students, trainees, and research personnel and serves as an significant liaison between laboratory, research, and operational stakeholders.

About The Manitoba Ovarian Biobank Program

The Manitoba Ovarian Biobank Program (MOBP) is a specialized biobanking initiative housed within the Manitoba Tumour Bank. The MOBP supports ovarian cancer research by collecting, processing, storing, and distributing high-quality biospecimens and associated research resources to investigators conducting studies aimed at improving prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and outcomes for ovarian cancer patients.

As part of the Manitoba Tumour Bank, the MOBP operates according to rigorous quality standards and serves as a valuable resource for researchers across Manitoba and beyond.

Why Join Us?

- Contribute directly to leading-edge ovarian cancer research.
- Play a leadership role in the stewardship and organization of a specialized biobank resource.
- Apply advanced technical expertise in biospecimen processing, repository operations, and quality assurance.
- Collaborate with clinicians, scientists, trainees, and research staff across multiple disciplines.
- Participate in the ongoing development and improvement of biobanking processes and procedures.




- Mentor and train students and junior staff in specialized laboratory and biobanking techniques.

Manitoba Ovarian Biobank Program Responsibilities

- Coordinate and independently perform the collection, processing, storage, retrieval, and distribution of biospecimens according to established protocols and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain oversight of sample inventories and associated records to ensure accuracy, consistency, traceability, and long-term stewardship of repository resources.
- Monitor specimen inventories, storage capacity, and repository organization while identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and operational effectiveness.
- Prepare routine and ad hoc reports regarding repository activities, sample utilization, inventory status, and program metrics.
- Develop, implement, review, and update standard operating procedures and related documentation.
- Participate in quality assurance and quality control activities and contribute to accreditation, audit, and compliance initiatives as required.
- Independently prioritize and coordinate workflow to meet program objectives and research timelines.
- Provide technical guidance, training, and mentorship to students, trainees, and laboratory personnel.
- Collaborate with investigators and research teams to facilitate access to approved biospecimen resources.
- Assist with data analysis, preparation of research reports, grant applications, presentations, and manuscripts as required.
- Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot specialized laboratory and storage equipment.
- Monitor repository infrastructure and coordinate responses to equipment alarms, maintenance requirements, and operational issues.
- Maintain inventories of la

📌 Research Technician III (Winnipeg)
🏢 CancerCare Manitoba
📍 Winnipeg