Research Technologist (SRI) - Advanced Machine Shop - Regular Full-time 2026-16633

One of Canada's Top 10 Research Hospitals, Sunnybrook Research Institute is developing innovations in care for the more than 1.3 million patients the hospital cares for annually.

Sunnybrook Research Institute is the research enterprise of Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, a teaching hospital fully affiliated with the University of Toronto. Research spans three Toronto-based campuses, eight programs and three scientific platforms. Our main aims are to understand and prevent disease, and to develop treatments that enhance and extend life. Our vision is to invent the future of health care. Each year, we conduct about $100 million in research across 500,000 square feet, including in the world’s first Centre for Research in Image-Guided Therapeutics.

The Physical Sciences Platform is seeking an experienced machinist to manage the Advanced Machine Shop at Sunnybrook Research Institute. The Advanced Machine Shop is a state-of-the-art facility equipped for design, fabrication and testing of medical devices.  It specializes in the manufacture of magnetic resonance imaging-compatible devices, prototypes, custom-made parts and catheter-based devices, 3-D printing, and in 3-D computer-assisted design.

The shop technologist provides mechanical expertise and support to the leading-edge medical research. Responsibilities include design and construction of complex mechanical structures and instruments from a broad range of materials. Must work independently from sketches or working drawings, use CAD and CAM programs, CNC, waterjet, and manual machinery and equipment. Training on CNC equipment will be provided.  Provides guidance and basic machine shop training for Research students and staff who utilize the manual machine shop tools and equipment.  Must also maintain a supply of material, fasteners and tooling as required. Must provide cost estimates for, and maintain records of time and material costs for individual projects for recovery from appropriate grant accounts.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Maintain neat, safe and functional machine shop. This includes the purchase, maintenance and repair of the shop equipment and tools and maintaining an inventory of commonly used materials and hardware.
2.  Supervise the activities of the students and staff while they work in the machine shop.  Provide training in machine shop practice and safety for students and assist them in the completion of their projects as necessary.
3. Work with scientists and staff in the design of complex mechanical research projects. 
4. Construct projects as designed using CNC, waterjet, and manual machine shop equipment.
5. Estimate time and material costs for projects.  Submit job estimates for approval.  Track actual time, material costs and summarize on a quarterly basis for review and cost recovery.
6. Produce rapid prototypes for evaluation and proof of design prior to fabrication of actual components, as required.
7. Work long or unusual hours, as necessary.
8. Repair miscellaneous mechanical equipment.
9. Some projects or work activity may require heavy lifting.

10. Work effectively with other staff at all levels

11. Estimate and complete jobs for other departments at Sunnybrook along with external customers

Eligibility and Qualifications:

1. Minimum two years post-secondary education in Mechanical Engineering Technology or equivalent.
2. Certified journeyman in a mechanical trade (tool and die make, machinist, mold maker or alike
3. Minimum seven years’ experience in machine shop environment, which includes a minimum of 2-year experience in CNC machining.
4. Ability to perform 3D CAD design (Knowledge of Mastercam, and Solidworks would be an advantage). Computer literacy in Widows and Microsoft Office.
5. Experience in designing and constructing complex projects and prototypes, requiring fabrication from CNC machines, manual machines, Rapid Prototypers, or Waterjet cutters, and machining of different materials (plastics, composites, aluminum, stainless steel, etc.)
6. Ability to work independently, set priorities, estimate project cost (time and materials) and meet deadlines.
7. Ability to teach mechanical and machine shop safety skills to junior staff and students.

Required Documents:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Contact information for two references

Interested individuals should email submit a completed application via Talcura by March 31, 2026.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

http://sunnybrook.ca/research/content/?page=sri-groups-fus

In accordance with Canadian Employment and Immigration guidelines, applicants must be eligible to work in Canada. In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, this advertisement is directed initially to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

Sunnybrook Research Institute is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your cover letter.

Sunnybrook Research Institute is strongly committed to inclusion and diversity within its community and welcomes all applicants including but not limited to: visible minorities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.