Apply real-time PCR expertise at PHO Corporate Office & Toronto Laboratory in Toronto, supporting COVID genomics testing operations. This full-time contract runs three months.

As a Laboratory Technician in the COVID Genomics department, you will provide technical support for virology testing and COVID laboratory operations. The work includes molecular workflows, nucleic acid extraction, sequencing, and PCR data analysis. You will follow established procedures and laboratory safety standards.

Key Responsibilities:

- Set up real-time PCR manually or partially automatically
- Prepare primer and probe stocks for testing
- Extract nucleic acids on assigned platforms
- Operate thermalcyclers, sequencers, and liquid handlers
- Analyze PCR data using vendor software

Requirements:

- Bachelor of Science degree
- Minimum six months of real-time PCR experience
- Molecular laboratory experience is preferred
- Understanding of molecular theory and workflows
- Robust communication and prioritization skills

Support COVID genomics laboratory operations through real-time PCR, extraction, sequencing, and accurate technical analysis at PHO.

📌 Real-Time PCR Laboratory Technician (Canada)
🏢 Public Health Ontario
📍 Canada