Laboratory Technologist I
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- Laboratory
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- LAB00020922 Requisition #
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- Jul 15, 2025 Post Date
Your Opportunity:
Are you a strong team player with a love of molecular technology? Do you crave variety and the challenge of a fast-paced team environment? The provincial Alberta Precision Laboratories (APL) Molecular Pathology (MP) program provides publicly funded clinical molecular cancer testing for Alberta patients. Molecular pathology testing in MP South Sector is centralized at the Arthur J.E. Child Comprehensive Cancer Center in Calgary. The test menu covers diagnostic, prognostic, and predictive molecular biomarkers in solid tumors and hematolymphoid neoplasms, as well as post-transplant chimerism testing and limited germline testing. Test benches are broadly divided into two sets focused on hematologic and solid tumor testing. This position will primarily support solid tumor testing, with cross-training when needed in hematologic testing. As an MLT I supporting the MolPath lab, you will perform a variety of manual and automated procedures to produce accurate and timely results. Specialized techniques may include nucleic acid extraction and quantification, DNA sequencing, polymerase chain reaction (PCR), real-time PCR, allelic discrimination, fragment analysis, and next generation sequencing (NGS). The successful candidate will be required to perform routine maintenance, calibration and troubleshooting of various laboratory instruments. In addition, they will maintain legible and accurate records in a well-organized manner; enter and verify patient results as required; assist with training new employees, students and residents in Molecular Pathology techniques; participate in quality control activities; and be able to work with a high level of attention to detail in a challenging work environment. The successful candidate is committed to providing quality patient care and works both independently and collaboratively within a team environment to ensure quality patient care.
Description:
As a Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) I, you will be responsible for the daily processing, testing, results analysis and reporting of diagnostic samples within the laboratory department. You will perform a variety of routine and specialized procedures in the processing of specimens used in diagnosis, treatment and research.
- Classification: Laboratory Technologist I
- Union: HSAA FAC PROF/TECH
- Unit and Program: Molecular Pathology
- Primary Location: Arthur Child Cancer Centre
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 1.00
- Posting End Date: 22-JUL-2025
- Employee Class: Regular Full Time
- Date Available: 25-AUG-2025
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 2
- Shifts per cycle: 10
- Shift Pattern: Days
- Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
- Minimum Salary: $35.45
- Maximum Salary: $46.69
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Completion of an accredited Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) program. Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Alberta (CMLTA).
Additional Required Qualifications:Must have technical knowledge of a variety of molecular techniques, methodologies, instrumentation and software. Proven critical thinking, analytical, problem solving, planning, and decision making skills. Proven effective time management and strong organizational skills are required. Proven communication and interpersonal skills that enable you to build and maintain relationships, facilitate teamwork, resolve conflict, and manage change. Proficient with Windows-based computer applications and databases, including Microsoft Office programs such as Excel. English fluency with exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:Two years of recent experience with a variety of molecular biology techniques. Experience with a variety of molecular analyses in a diagnostic molecular laboratory. Bachelor of Science or equivalent with undergraduate courses in molecular biology would be preferred. Experience with NGS processing and/or analysis is an asset. Coding or bioinformatic experience is an asset.
Please note:
All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.
Security Screening:
A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with APL.
