Biological scientist

• Work Term: Temporary
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 35 hours per week
• Education: Degree in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine or optometry
• Experience: 5 years or more

Work setting

• Urban area
• Hospital/health care establishment/health institution

Tasks

• Supervise laboratory technical personnel, medical clinical personnel, graduate students, research scientists and other professionals
• Provide advice to senior managers and officials
• Conduct biostatistical data analysis using computer modelling techniques
• Produce reports
• Conduct molecular or biochemical studies and experiments in genetic expression, gene manipulation and recombinant DNA technology to develop new or alternative methods of producing products
• Conduct research into the structure and functioning of human, animal and plant tissues and cells
• Conduct studies into the identification, effects and control of human, plant and animal pathogens and toxins
• Prepare research papers, educational texts or articles

Supervision

• Working groups
• Staff in various areas of responsibility

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Immunization records
• Vulnerable sector check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Work under pressure
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Tight deadlines
• Fast-paced environment
• Sitting
• Sound discrimination
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods
• Large workload

Personal suitability

• Excellent written communication
• Team player
• Accurate
• Excellent oral communication
• Time management

Employment terms options

• Morning

Employment terms options

• To be determined
• Day

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Pension plan

Long term benefits

• Maternity and parental benefits

Other benefits

• Other benefits