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Description

The Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization (VIDO), Canadas Centre for Pandemic Research, is a world leader in infectious disease research and vaccine development for humans and animals. Located at the University of Saskatchewan in Saskatoon, Canada, VIDO is home to one of the largest and most advanced containment level 3 facilities in the world. To strengthen the preparedness for emerging infectious diseases we are currently expanding our infrastructure to include containment level 4 capacity, a GMP vaccine manufacturing facility, and a new animal housing facility. Our vision includes having the capacity to study any emerging disease in any animal model embracing a One Health approach to prevent emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases in humans and animals.

Position Summary
The Assistant Biosafety Officer will report directly to the VIDO Biosafety Officer and will join the VIDO Biosafety Team in implementing the biosafety program for the Containment Level 3 facility. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of the VIDO Biosafety Officer and Associate Biosafety Officers. As competencies develop, the scope of responsibilities will increase.