Research Analyst - Brain Health Imaging Clinic-camh

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The Brain Health Imaging Centre (BHIC) at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) focuses on brain imaging methods used in mental health and addictions for clinical and neuroscience research. The BHIC is currently seeking a full-time, contract (12 months) Research Analyst. Reporting to the Manager, Radiochemistry Research & Production, primary responsibilities include: analysis of biological samples (blood and tissue) from human and preclinical animal PET studies for radioactive metabolites; assisting with preclinical animal studies; and assisting in the quality control of the PET radiotracers manufactured by the BHIC. Since the position requires the collection and processing of radioactive metabolite samples for PET studies, there may be some variability in the work schedule.

Principal tasks involve: plasma separation and sample weighting; use of analytical equipment including, but not limited to, High Pressure Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), other chemical separation techniques and gamma radiation counters; data collection, processing, and analysis of the results; ensuring data integrity; ensuring equipment and related laboratory spaces are operated and maintained in accordance with established procedures; assisting in the development and maintenance of standard operating procedures related to these tasks. Preclinical animal imaging duties will involve: assisting with daily quality control of preclinical small animal scanners and ancillary equipment; and assisting with animal preparation and image data analysis. The successful candidate will be required to perform all tasks and duties in accordance with good laboratory practices (GLP) and with federal and provincial regulations. The successful candidate will support a healthy workplace that embraces diversity, encourages teamwork, and complies with all applicable and regulatory requirements. This position is located at 250 College Street.

The successful candidate will have, an Honour’s Baccalaureate degree or a Medical Technology degree in biochemistry, biomedical sciences, or related field combined with one (1) year of experience relevant to the tasks associated with this position is required. Knowledge and expertise in processing blood and tissue samples and using analytic weighting scales, pipettes, High Pressure Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), and solid phase extraction (SPE) are required. Experience with radiation counting equipment (“gamma or scintillation counters”) and animal experiments are desirable assets. Prior experience with the duties required by this position and with the field of Positron Emission Tomography (PET) are considered an asset. Ability to work independently in a multidisciplinary research environment is essential for this position. Bilingualism (French/English) and/or proficiency in another language is an asset.

Note: Designation as a Nuclear Energy Worker is mandatory for this position.