C.H.R.I.M., Max Rady College of Medicine

Rady Faculty of Health Sciences

Position number: 37029

Date posted: April 24, 2026

Job details

Research Technician - Tech 2 (AESES)

Existing Project Part-Time (Grant Funded)

Full-time:

No

Permanent:

No

Work schedule:

0-21 variable hours/week

Salary:

$20.56 to $29.44 per hour

Appointment Dates

June 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027

Trial/Probation period:

420 hours worked

For more information please contact: Kell Ross, CPHR - kross@chrim.ca (2047893968)

Qualifications

MINIMUM FORMAL EDUCATION/TRAINING REQUIRED:

• High school completion with job related options plus two years = directly-related experience.

OR

• Completion of a Community College course in a related discipline with no experience.
• Some post-secondary education is preferred.
• Certifications in Youth Mental Health Training an asset

EXPERIENCE:

• 2 years directly related experience is preferred.
• An acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent English oral and written communication skills are required.
• Organization, meticulousness, and accuracy are required.
• Good eyesight is required.
• Must be familiar with data entry and Microsoft Office is required.
• Strong work ethic and troubleshooting through protocol, manuals and site SOPs is required.
• Must be able to demonstrate interpersonal and teamwork skills but also work independently after training from Site Coordinator for standard processes is required.
• Must be well-organized with collected clinical data is required.
• Must demonstrate adherence to strict clinical and biosafety protocols is required.
• Must demonstrate ability to learn new measurements and techniques and adapt protocols when needed is required.
• Must be comfortable working with human blood or tissues from healthy or diseased or virus-infected participants, including being up to date on immunizations is required.
• Must have the ability to process large numbers of documents with speed, accuracy and attention to detail, and to communicate effectively with all levels of staff and the public in a diplomatic and tactful manner is required.
• A satisfactory work record, including satisfactory attendance and punctuality, is required.

OTHER JOB-RELATED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must demonstrate an appreciation of various communitiess and cultures and be sensitive in dealing with culturally related issues.
• Must have a valid Manitoba driver's license and access to a vehicle for travel to rural study site (Morden/Winkler) or biological sample coordination with participants.
• Must be available to work primarily on site and available for monthly Saturdays

Key responsibilities

RESEARCH SUPPORT:

• Complete clinical visit preparations as needed
• Prepares sample kit assembly
• Accurate labelling of participant sample containers
• Printing out and labelling clinic forms
• Assist with obtaining informed consent from participating families

TECHNICAL/CLINICAL:

• Completes pediatric and adult anthropometrics: height, weight (Tanita Scale) and blood pressure readings.
• Assist with receiving biological samples (urine, nasal, stool, saliva, teeth) for long term storage.
• Performs data transcription: scanning, filing, uploading and entry into electronic data capture tool (e.g. REDCAP, OpenSpecimen).
• Assist participants with self-reported questionnaires and administration.
• Assist with participant engagement methods: Newsletters, Mail (Birthday Cards).
• May support clinical and laboratory inventory, maintenance and organization.
• May support the team with lab shipping/receiving.
• May support with monitoring equipment including assisting with liquid nitrogen maintenance and other duties in the shared lab space.

ADMINISTRATIVE:

• Communicates on a regular basis with the MB CHILD PI and Study coordinator to review clinical and technical equipment issues.
• Participates in the development of clinical policy, procedures and regulations.
• Participates in activities that support research including presentations, workshops, webinars, and meeting with investigators, research teams, stakeholders, and government and community interest groups. Attends educational workshops.
• Participates in review of clinical and laboratory supplies, space and equipment.
• May be required to perform related duties not exceeding skills and capabilities as required.

Additional information

The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities).

If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact UM.Accommodation@umanitoba.ca or 204-474-7195. Please note this contact information is for accommodation reasons only.

Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provisions of "The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act" (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitae will be provided to participating members of the search process.