Job Description
RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF THE MUHC
The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) is a world-renowned biomedical and hospital research centre. Located in Montreal, Quebec, the Institute is the research arm of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at McGill University. The RI-MUHC is supported in part by the Fonds de recherche du Québec - Santé (FRQS).
Position summaryThe Nuclear Medicine Research Department is seeking a Medical Technologist for research-related diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. The successful candidate will perform specialized imaging and radioisotope handling for clinical trials, ensuring adherence to safety standards and protocols.
The incumbent, reporting to the Principal Investigator (Dr. Farzad Abbaspour), will support clinical research by preparing and administering radiolabeled substances, performing diagnostic imaging, and ensuring compliance with Health Canada regulations. The role involves working with patients in oncologic and/or neurodegenerative studies, operating SPECT/CT and PET/CT cameras, maintaining radioactive inventory, and assisting in training. The technologist plays a key role in ensuring safe, accurate, and efficient execution of research protocols.
Department / Research Program: Nuclear Medicine
General Duties
Patient Preparation & Interaction – Receiving patients, providing instructions, and registering them when required. Preparing patients for diagnostic or therapeutic procedures per research protocols.
- Radioisotope Preparation & Administration – Preparing, handling, and administering radiopharmaceuticals in accordance with safety regulations. Performing quality control tests, maintaining accurate inventory records, and ensuring proper storage and disposal.
- Imaging & Quality Assurance – Performing SPECT/CT and PET/CT procedures. Conducting regular quality control checks on equipment and reporting issues.
- Safety & Compliance – Practicing sterile techniques and universal precautions, ensuring adherence to regulatory, institutional, and protocol requirements.
- Data & Documentation – Recording and processing study data, maintaining accurate documentation for research integrity and compliance.
- Training & Collaboration – Assisting in training professional and student technologists and working collaboratively with the research team.
- Other Duties – Performing additional tasks to support clinical trial and departmental operations.
Qualifications:
- Bilingual (French and English), spoken and written,
- Able to work independently while accepting feedback,
- Excellent communication skills and attention to detail,
- Strong teamwork skills in a research setting.Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
Website of the organization
https://rimuhc.ca/en
Education / Experience
Education: DEC
Field of Study: Nuclear Medicine Technology
Work Experience: 1 year
Professional Membership: Yes OTIMROEPMQ
Required Skills
- Advanced knowledge of oral and written French is required.
- An advanced knowledge of oral and written English is required, as the position requires regular and complex contact with researchers or international students who are exclusively proficient in English. The position also requires complex writing or in-depth analysis of documents in English related to a research project.
Additional information
Status : Temporary occasional
Pay Scale: $25.01 to $46.42$/hour Commensurate with education and work experience.
Work Shift: Variable
Work Site: Glen Site, 1001 Decarie Blvd.
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Why work with us?
- 3 days of paid sick leave per year, which includes a maximum of 1 personal day,
- RREGOP government pension plan (defined benefit plan),
- Vacation calculated on a pro-rata basis based on a percentage of your salary,
- 5.3% of your gross earnings will be added to your paycheque in lieu of statutory holidays.
https://rimuhc.ca/careers
To learn more about our benefits, please visit http://rimuhc.ca/en/compensation-and-benefits
THIS IS NOT A HOSPITAL POSITION.
Equal Opportunity Employment Program
The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity, diversity and inclusion within its community. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who self-identify as members of racialized groups/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. We also welcome candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may confidentially contact, [email protected]
