Position DetailsPosting #: 32098Department: Nair General ResearchEmployee Type: Temporary, Part TimeNumber of Weeks (Temporary): 50Union: Non-UnionOpenings Remaining: 1Reason for Posting: This is a new position.ScheduleWork Days: Monday to FridayTime of Day: DaysShift: Various RotatingShift Start: Hours are subject to change based on operational requirements.Possible Site: Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown)Application DatesOpening Date: 19/08/2025Closing Date: Applications must be received online by 12:00 midnight on the Closing Date.Position SummaryThe laboratory technologist will be part of a group participating in a number of studies, both observational and randomized trials, industry and peer-reviewed, involving both asthma and COPD subject populations. The technologist will be responsible, with another part‐time technologist (MLT) to provide a clinical service of quantitative cell counts in sputum, and to participate in research projects in the Hargreave Nair laboratory, and will report to Professor Parameswaran Nair, the medical director of the laboratory.Domains of PracticePractice and perform processing of sputum for inflammatory indices for clinical respirology clinics and report on counts and morphologyPractice and perform processing of sputum for inflammatory indices for research studiesCytochemical staining of sputum cytospins for special stains such as for hemosiderin, lipids etcOperate coulter cell counter to obtain and provide authorized complete blood results when neededAdditional laboratory skills in cellular and molecular biology and immunocytochemistry and immunohistochemistry would be assets.Specific AccountabilityCo‐ordinate and monitor laboratory workload and schedule clinical staff hoursMaintenance of laboratory quality control as required by HRLMPParticipate in research projects, participate in analysis and writing of manuscripts and presentation at scientific meeting (optional)Participate in the development and implementation of new and/or improved methodology/technologyCollaborate with external qualified associationsIncorporate new or improved methodologies into routine clinical practiceRespond to methodological enquiries and provide appropriate information to staff, fellows, and physicians nationally and internationallyOptimize the provision of service by using available resources in an efficient mannerProvide education to staff for practical application of sputum methodologiesMaintain a high level of technical expertise, professional growth and development through seminars, workshops and international collaborationQualificationsMLT (hematology)Maintenance of certification with the college of medical laboratory technologists of OntarioAt least 5 years of experience as a cytotechnologist in a hematology laboratory with experience in cell morphologyThis is a temporary part‐time time (2‐3 days/week, 8.30 am-4.30 pm) position.St. Joseph's Health System (SJHS) and its member organizations are equal opportunity employers and strives for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all programs, practices, facilities, and people. We foster a culture of patient and staff safety where all positions comply and work in conjunction with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values.We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. SJHS and its member organizations are committed to a barrier‐free recruitment and selection process - please inform us should accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment process ([email protected]).

📌 Research Technical Specialist (Hamilton)
🏢 St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton
📍 Hamilton