Laboratory Assistant

Fusion Pharmaceuticals, a member of the AstraZeneca Group, is a clinical-stage oncology company focused on developing next-generation radioconjugates (RCs) as precision medicines. Fusion connects alpha particle emitting isotopes to various targeting molecules to selectively deliver the alpha emitting payloads to tumors. Fusion’s clinical portfolio includes but is not limited to: FPI-2265 targeting prostate specific membrane antigen (PSMA) for metastatic castration resistant prostate cancer currently in a Phase 2 trial; FPI-1434 targeting insulin-like growth factor 1 receptor currently in a Phase 1 trial; and FPI-2068, a bispecific IgG-based EGFR-cMET targeted radioconjugate currently in a Phase 1 trial. Fusion has multiple other pipeline programs that will soon be entering into early FIH trials. In addition, Fusion is pursuing combination programs between RCs and other therapeutic modalities including DNA Damage Response Inhibitors (DDRis) and immune-oncology agents. To support execution for these programs, Fusion has a fully operational Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) compliant state-of-the-art radioconjugate manufacturing facility to meet supply demand for our growing pipeline of RCs.

Fusion Pharmaceuticals is seeking responsible and hardworking candidates a s a Laboratory Assistant , who will provide support for vivarium operations and animal care. The candidate will support the Discovery research team to advance radioconjugate drug discovery. This position is in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the maintenance of laboratories, animal facilities, and laboratory equipment.
• Assist with decontamination of equipment, and disposal of vivarium-related biohazardous, radioactive and anatomical waste through designated waste streams.
• Support execution of animal studies (weighing, labelling, area preparation and clean-up, ear notching/ear tagging, and randomization for studies).
• Conduct animal welfare assessments, health checks and animal husbandry.
• Maintain laboratory records.
• Perform radioactive contamination monitoring.
• Must be able to follow SOPs and work safely with biohazards, chemicals, and radioactive hazards
• May include weekend work
• Other duties as required
  
  

Qualifications

• Recognized post-secondary education in the health sciences
• Greater than 2 years of experience with laboratory animal experimentation, animal care, and animal laboratory operations. RLAT or RVT certification is an asset.
• Highly organized with proven ability to work independently with strong communication skills, including proficiency in the English language
• Excel working in a collaborative environment as a member of a multidisciplinary team
• Proficiency with computer programs (Microsoft Office, LIMS software an asset)
  
  

Fusion Pharmaceuticals is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes if contacted for an interview, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.