Associate Professor, Genetics Technology

Responsibilities

• Providing academic leadership, fostering an effective learning environment and upholding all professional, provincial and national standards
• Utilizing innovative teaching techniques to facilitate the learning process (theory and practice) in molecular genetics and some cytogenetics although other subjects may be required based on departmental need
• Evaluating student progress and achievement, while providing student advisement and remedial assistance
• Liaising with other faculty and staff at the Michener Institute and personnel at affiliated clinical sites
• Participating in internal committees
• MLT with a minimum of six years' experience with in-depth expertise in molecular genetics and cytogenetics
• Capable of teaching introductory and advanced classes and labs (in cytogenetics and some molecular genetics although other disciplines may be required based upon departmental need)
• Degree required in related field
• Experience working/teaching in field within last 12 months preferred
• Certification by, and membership in, relevant professional association(s)
• Licensure or eligibility to obtain licensure with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Ontario
• Training and experience in adult education desired
• Skill in various teaching approaches and innovations including online/hybrid delivery modes
• Strong organizational and leadership skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Familiarity with MS Office, presentation and curriculum design software
• Satisfactory Canadian Police Clearance documents required upon hire
• Why join Michener?
• Extended Health Care (including paramedical) coverage
• Dental coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Maternity and Parental Leave Top-Up
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/ )
• Professional Development funding for courses, conferences, seminars, and textbooks
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gym, etc.)
• Closing Date for internal posting: March 16, 2026
• Closing Date for external posting: Until Filled
• Qualified applicants are invited to submit a detailed resume and cover letter.
• For further information on The Michener Institute, please visit our website at www.michener.ca .
• The Michener Institute is publicly funded by the Ministry of health and is a respectful, caring and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity.
• We offer accommodation for applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the Bona-fide requirements for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known when contacted.
• While we thank all applicants only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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