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McGill University

Research Technician

Montreal, QC, Canada

Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Oct 6, 2026
Experience: Bachelor's Degree - Biology 2 Years Related Experience /
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 24, 2026

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Position Summary:

The Clinical Research Unit (CRU) of the Montreal Neurological Institute-Hospital (The Neuro) conducts over 120 clinical trials for patients with neurological disorders. The CRU is looking to hire a Research Technician to process, store, package and ship a wide variety of biological samples in the context of clinical trials in humans. This position involves collaborating with internal and external stakeholders including research coordinators, nurses and pharmaceutical companies. This position is a 3-month replacement contract.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Works closely with the Lab manager and Nurse manager to meet team objectives and ensure best practice in biological samples handling.
Ensure continuous support to research coordinators and nurses in the delivery of up‐to‐date specialized technical laboratory tasks.
Performs a variety of tests including pregnancy tests; chemistry strip tests: pH, sediment levels, blood levels, leucocytes, proteins.
Records results, performs calculations, and compiles data.
Maintains individual study records for shipments.
Maintains inventory logs for each study kit, which includes: the quantity, the expiration date, and the location of the kit.
Participates actively in the review of laboratory processes and documentation for quality assurance and improvement as well as for audit preparedness.
Operates a variety of equipment, including centrifuge, incubator and temperature loggers.
Prepares and balances centrifuges, calibrates pipettes, ensures consumables are not expired, and manages temperature logs for the -80C and -20C freezers.
Arranges for examining and calibrating all laboratory equipment when applicable.
Read and understand clinical trial protocols and lab manuals related to each study.
Ensure that the activities are performed in accordance with clinical trial protocol and University and sponsor policies and procedures.
Always have an up-to-date certification for Good Clinical Practice (GCP), CRU Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Health Canada Division 5, and IATA certification.
Maintains lab equipment and material inventory and communicates with coordinators/nurses the whereabouts of patient visit related lab equipment.
Responsible of maintaining a safe and unsoiled work environment.
Prepares chemical solutions required for testing and ensures they are appropriately combined with biological samples.
Conduct routine laboratory tests and analysis of samples.
Prepare, label, and sort blood, tissue and other samples from patients.

This job description is not an extensive and complete list of tasks related to the Research Technician role within the CRU.

Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities:

Undergraduate Degree (Biology or Sciences).
Prior experience handling biological samples (blood, saliva, urine, feces, cerebrospinal fluid, biopsy tissues).
Experience in clinical research and neuroscience.
Knowledge of IATA practices and biological sample processing.

Schedule

Main hours of operations are regular business hours Monday to Friday with occasional evening and/or night shifts to accommodate long and overnight patient visits.

As one of Montreal's Top Employers, here is what we offer:

Competitive benefits package (Health, Dental, Life Insurance) (if eligible)
Defined contribution pension plan (with employer contribution up to 10%) (if eligible)
Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax Free Savings Account (TFSA)
Competitive vacation policy
Two (2) personal days
Two (2) floating holidays
Nine (9) "Summer Fridays" - paid days off between the St-Jean Baptiste holiday and Labour Day
Paid time off over the December holiday period
Tuition waiver for regular employees and their dependents
Up to two (2) days of remote work per week where the position permits

Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.

Knowledge of English: McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level 4 on a scale of 0-4.

For a definition of our language proficiency levels, please click here.

Minimum Education and Experience:

Bachelor's Degree - Biology 2 Years Related Experience /

Hourly Salary:

(MUNACA Level H) $33.05 - $40.97

Hours per Week:

35 (Full time)

Supervisor:

Manager, Operations

Position End Date (If applicable):

2027-01-04

Deadline to Apply:

2026-10-05

McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca.

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Responsibilities

Process, test, label, store, package, and ship biological samples for human clinical trials, while supporting research coordinators and nurses with specialized laboratory tasks. Maintain study records, inventories, equipment, and temperature logs, and follow clinical trial protocols, quality procedures, and applicable safety and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Biology or a related science is required, along with two years of related experience. Candidates should have experience handling biological samples and knowledge of clinical research, neuroscience, IATA practices, and biological sample processing; current GCP, CRU SOP, Health Canada Division 5, and IATA certifications are also required for the role.

Skills

Biological Sample Handling
Clinical Research
Neuroscience
Laboratory Testing
Sample Processing
Sample Packaging and Shipping
Clinical Trial Protocols
Good Clinical Practice
IATA Practices
Quality Assurance
Laboratory Equipment Operation
Centrifuge Preparation and Balancing
Pipette Calibration
Inventory Management
Data Recording and Calculations
Laboratory Safety

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Tax-Free Savings Account
Competitive Vacation Policy
Personal Days
Floating Holidays
Paid Summer Fridays
Paid Time Off During the December Holiday Period
Tuition Waiver
Remote Work Up to Two Days per Week Where the Position Permits

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Keywords

Clinical Research Unit
Clinical Trials
Biological Samples
Blood
Saliva
Urine
Feces
Cerebrospinal Fluid
Biopsy Tissue
Pregnancy Tests
Chemistry Strip Tests
Centrifuge
Incubator
Temperature Loggers
Pipette Calibration
Freezers
Good Clinical Practice
CRU Standard Operating Procedures
Health Canada Division 5
IATA Certification
Clinical Trial Protocols
Laboratory Manuals
Quality Assurance
Audit Preparedness
Sample Processing
Sample Shipping
Laboratory Inventory
Neuroscience
Laboratory Safety

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