laboratory technician, chemical
Education:
Bachelor's degree. or equivalent experience.
Work setting:
Research institute, laboratory or centre.
Tasks:
- Maintain laboratory equipment.
- Operate laboratory apparatus.
- Set up chemical experiments, tests and analyses.
- Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
- MS Office.
- Assist in design and fabrication of experimental apparatus.
- Prepare solution of gas or liquid, reagents, and sample formulations.
- Assist in analysis of data and preparation of reports.
- Analyze data and prepare reports.
- Conduct field research and surveys to collect data and samples.
- Assist in conducting field research and surveys to collect data and samples.
- Conduct environmental monitoring and compliance activities for the protection of wildlife and other natural resources.
- Set up and conduct microbiological tests and laboratory analyses.
- Set up and conduct biological tests and laboratory analyses.
- Set up and conduct biochemical tests and laboratory analyses.
- Proceed with biochemical tests and laboratory analyses.
- Conduct microbiological, biochemical tests and laboratory analyses.
- Assist in conducting biological tests and laboratory analyses.
Work conditions and physical capabilities:
Fast-paced environment. Work under pressure. Tight deadlines. Repetitive tasks. Attention to detail. Hand-eye co-ordination. Ability to distinguish between colours. Combination of sitting, standing, walking.
Weight handling:
Up to 23 kg (50 lbs).
Personal suitability:
Accurate. Judgement. Organized. Versatility. Proactive. Flexibility. Excellent oral communication.
Screening questions:
- Are you available for shift or on-call work?.
- Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?.
- Are you currently a student?.
- Do you have experience working in this field?.
- Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?.
- Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?.
Experience:
Experience an asset.