Technologist II, SPARC BioCentre Next Job Apply for Job Job ID 22790 Location Toronto, Ontario Annualized Hiring Range $63,422 - $87,206 *Compensation commensurate with experience Dept/Program Name SPARC BioCentre Target Openings 1 Work Type In Person Hours of Work 35.00 FTE 1.00 Contract Length One year Level of Police Check Criminal & Judicial Record Date Posted 2025-07-09 Deadline to Apply 2025-07-27 Add to My Favorite Jobs Email this Job **About SickKids** Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education. Our reputation would not have been built - nor could it be maintained - without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day. SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice. When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfill our vision of _Healthier Children. A Better World_ . Don't miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world's best in paediatric healthcare. **Position Description** **Metabolomics Technologist II** At SPARC BioCentre, we apply mass spectrometry and HPLC technologies for the molecular characterization of biological systems. Our facility is located in the Peter Gilgan Centre for Research & Learning (PGCRL) and is a core facility of the SickKids Research Institute. SPARC provides proteomic and metabolomic expertise for the analysis of complex samples for academic scientists and industrial clients on a fee-for-service basis. The facility is well-equipped with mass spectrometry (MS) platforms including three Thermo Orbitraps (Fusion Lumos and Exploris 480), three Sciex and one Thermo triple quadrupole, and one Bruker timsTOF Pro. We are expanding our MS-based metabolomics methodologies and platform. We are recruiting a skilled, experienced technologist to join our metabolomics team. **Here's What You'll Get To Do:** + Test and validate existing metabolomics protocols and establish standard operating procedures (SOPs) + Liaise with existing and potential clients (via email, phone, in person) to discuss research projects, provide recommendations on experimental design, and review results + Extract analytes from complex samples for MS analysis + Operate and monitor MS instruments including performing minor instrumentation and related computer maintenance tasks + Analyze MS results using various software programs and disseminate results to clients + Assist with proteomics experiments when required + Help to develop and/or implement new technologies and services under supervision + Keep abreast of new related technologies and applications by reading manuscripts, listening to seminars/webinars, occasionally attending conferences, and liaising with sales representatives + Collaborate in the preparation of seminars, posters and presentations; present data at lab meetings, workshops, conferences, etc. + Assist with drafting research manuscripts including compiling data, deposition of data, and preparation of figures and tables + Work as part of a cooperative, knowledgeable, experienced team **Here's What You'll Need:** + Master of Science or PhD degree or equivalent experience in an area relevant to metabolomics, proteomics, mass spectrometry, biochemistry, analytical chemistry, or similar field + Experience operating LCMS equipment and analyzing MS results + Knowledge of Sciex, Thermo, and/or Bruker LCMS equipment an asset + Demonstrated competency in written and verbal communications + Ability to work independently as well as part of a team + Committed to continuous learning and improvement + A commitment to understanding and aiding in equity, diversity and inclusion objectives **Employment Type:** Full-time Temporary 1 year contract with modified benefits (i.e., health & dental) **Our Commitment to Diversity** SickKids is committed to championing equity, diversity and inclusion in all that we do, fostering an intentionally inclusive and culturally safe environment that reflects the diversity of the patients, families and communities we serve. Learn more about workplace inclusion. (https://www.sickkids.ca/en/about/edi/workplace-inclusion/) **Accessibility & Accommodation** If you require accommodation during the application process, please reach out to our aSKHR team (ask.hr@sickkids.ca) . SickKids can provide access and inclusion supports to eligible candidates to support their full engagement during the interview and selection process as well as to ensure candidates are able to perform their duties once successfully hired. If you are invited for an interview and require accommodation, please let us know at the time of your invitation to interview. Information received related to access, inclusion or accommodation will be addressed confidentially. **How To Apply** Technical difficulties? Email ask.hr@sickkids.ca with a short description of the issues you are experiencing. 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