Biological scientist

UHN

Overview

Languages

English

Education

Earned doctorate degree
or equivalent experience
Vision science/physiological optics

Experience

5 years or more

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

Air conditioned

Work setting

Relocation costs covered by employer
General office

Responsibilities

Tasks

Supervise laboratory technical personnel, medical clinical personnel, graduate students, research scientists and other professionals
Supervise biological technologists and technicians and other scientists
Produce reports
Recruit and hire staff
Prepare research papers, educational texts or articles
Conduct interviews
Deliver presentations at conferences, workshops or symposia
Offer mentoring
Present materials at conference or symposium
Prepare funding and grant applications and proposals
Prepare funding applications
Locate funding for the project

Supervision

5-10 people

Experience and specialization

Research experience

Experimental or quantitative
Qualitative research

Area of work experience

Basic, theoretical or fundamental research
Research institute, laboratory or centre

Area of specialization

Scientific research
Publications

Additional information

Security and safety

Basic security clearance
Confidential security clearance
Criminal record check
Immunization records

Transportation/travel information

Willing to travel
Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

Attention to detail
Work under pressure
Tight deadlines
Fast-paced environment
Combination of sitting, standing, walking
Large workload

Own tools/equipment

Computer
Cellular phone

Personal suitability

Excellent written communication
Team player
Accurate
Excellent oral communication
Time management

Benefits

Health benefits

Dental plan
Disability benefits
Health care plan
Paramedical services coverage
Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

Group insurance benefits
Pension plan

Long term benefits

Maternity and parental benefits

Other benefits

Learning/training paid by employer
On-site amenities
On-site recreation and activities
Other benefits
Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
Team building opportunities
Parking available
Wellness program

Employment groups

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:

Support for persons with disabilities

Provides physical accessibility accommodations (for example: ramps, elevators, etc.)
Provides visual accessibility accommodations (for example: braille, screen readers, etc.)
Provides auditory accessibility accommodations (for example: transcription software, teletypewriters, etc.)
Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for persons with disabilities
Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for persons with disabilities
Applies accessible and inclusive recruitment policies that accommodate persons with disabilities

Support for newcomers and refugees

Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports newcomers and/or refugees
Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition
Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and/or refugees with experienced employees
Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees
Does not require Canadian work experience

Support for Veterans

Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Veterans
Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for Veterans
Recruits Veterans and other candidates with military experience through targeted hiring initiatives (for example: job fairs, outreach programs etc.)
Offers workshops, counselling services or other resources to help Veterans navigate their transition into the civilian workforce (for example: adapting to different organizational structures)

Support for Indigenous people

Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Indigenous people
Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers
Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations
Provides cultural competency training and/or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment for Indigenous workers
Facilitates access to Elders who can offer support and guidance to Indigenous workers

Support for mature workers

Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports mature workers
Applies hiring policies that discourage age discrimination
Provides staff with awareness training to create a welcoming work environment for mature workers
Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for mature workers
Offers phased retirement options that allow mature workers to gradually reduce their workload (for example: flexible or reduced work hours, part time employment, project-based or seasonal work, etc.)
Offers phased re-entry options for mature workers who are returning to work after retiring (for example: gradually increasing hours and responsibilities)
Provides workspace accommodations, such as age-appropriate ergonomic considerations, to meet the physical needs of mature workers (for example: adjustable desks and chairs, accessible parking, etc.)
Offers resources to help mature workers plan their retirement (for example: financial planning, access to pension and benefits, lifestyle adjustments, etc.)

Supports for visible minorities

Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports members of visible minorities
Applies hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities (for example: anonymizing the hiring process, etc.)
Offers mentorship programs that pair members of visible minorities with experienced employees
Provides diversity and cross-cultural training to create a welcoming work environment for members of visible minorities

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