Bioscience Laboratory Specialist - FT Support - FHLS

Humber College; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading higher education institution in Ontario seeks a Bioscience Laboratory Specialist to support its bioscience laboratories. The role involves facilitating lab sessions in anatomy and physiology, conducting cadaver dissections, and ensuring laboratory compliance with safety standards. Applicants must hold a relevant postgraduate degree and possess at least two years of experience in a related laboratory environment. Strong technical skills and the ability to mentor students are essential. This role offers a collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Opportunity to be part of building Humber’s future

Supportive team environment

Access to tools and technology for success

Amazing perks

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience in an anatomy, physiology, or science laboratory environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in cadaveric dissection and specimen maintenance.
• Experience coordinating laboratory resources and mentoring students.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and facilitate laboratory and tutorial sessions in anatomy and physiology.
• Coordinate cadaver dissections and ensure lab safety protocols.
• Mentor co-op students and assist with their training.

Skills

Facilitating adult learning

Cadaveric dissection

Lab operations

Inventory management

Technical skills in MS Office

Planning and organizational abilities

Education

Post-graduate degree in Human Anatomy or related discipline

WHMIS certification

Standard First Aid certification

CPR certification

Job description

Find Your Spot at Humber

At Humber, we are a vibrant, diverse community of professionals dedicated to providing an exceptional learning experience for our students. Through our strategic vision and exciting new brand Builders of Brilliance we are co-constructing a new model of polytechnic education for Ontario, Canada, and the world. We are committed to ensuring Humber offers the right programs, with the most effective teaching and learning approaches, to prepare exceptional leaders for our industries and communities.

To achieve our vision, we take finding and developing the right talent very seriously. We offer a collegial, collaborative, inclusive environment in which each individual is supported to grow and bring their best each day.

If you are excited by the prospect of contributing to our vision for learning, if you would like to be part of building a new model of polytechnic education, of ‘building brilliance’, in one of Canada’s preeminent higher education institutions, then here is your opportunity to join our dynamic team.

Job Details:

• Position Title: Bioscience Laboratory Specialist
• Status: Full-Time Support
• Hours: 40 hours per week
• Faculty/Department: Faculty of Health & Life Sciences – Emergency & Specialized Care – Bioscience Courses
• Campus/Location: North Campus
• Salary: Full-Time Support Payband K (Start $ 47.13 – Max $ 54 . 5 8)

About the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences at Humber:

The Faculty of Health & Life Sciences (FHLS) prepares graduates for dynamic careers in health, emergency, and life‑science disciplines. The Emergency & Specialized Care cluster includes paramedicine, fire services, emergency telecommunications, funeral services, and bioscience programming. The bioscience team operates Ontario’s only college cadaver laboratory, supporting advanced learning in anatomy and physiology for students across multiple programs. Faculty and staff work collaboratively to deliver hands‑on education that integrates applied research, simulation, and lab‑based discovery learning.

About the Bioscience Laboratory Specialist Role:

Reporting to the Associate Dean, the Bioscience Laboratory Specialist supports the operation of Humber’s bioscience laboratories and tutorials. The specialist facilitates lab and tutorial sessions in anatomy and physiology, performs cadaver dissection and maintenance, and ensures that laboratory spaces and materials are safe, organized, and aligned with curricular requirements. This position also mentors co‑op students and supports scholarship of teaching and learning initiatives within the faculty.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare, facilitate, and support laboratory and tutorial sessions in anatomy and physiology.
• Coordinate and perform cadaver dissections and specimen maintenance to meet program learning outcomes.
• Provide functional guidance to co‑op students and assist with their training and development.
• Maintain and monitor equipment, inventory, and safety protocols in bioscience laboratories, including hazardous‑materials handling.
• Develop and administer testing processes such as bell‑ringer examinations and review sessions.
• Collaborate with faculty on applied research and development of learning tools (e.g., 3D printing, digital resources).
• Support lab upgrades, equipment acquisitions, and continuous‑improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with Humber policies, Ministry guidelines, and industry standards for laboratory safety and operations.

About You:

You are a detail‑oriented scientific professional who thrives in a collaborative teaching environment and values safe, high‑quality learning experiences for students.

Education

• Post‑graduate degree (Master’s in Human Anatomy or related discipline) required.
• WHMIS, Standard First Aid, and CPR certifications required.

Experience / Skills

• Minimum two years of experience facilitating adult learning in an anatomy, physiology, or science laboratory environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in cadaveric dissection, specimen maintenance, and lab operations.
• Experience coordinating laboratory resources and mentoring students or staff.
• Strong technical skills in MS Office and laboratory equipment operation.
• Knowledge of biosafety standards and chemical‑handling procedures.
• Excellent planning, organizational, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently within a high‑demand, multi‑program environment requiring accuracy and attention to detail.

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you! At Humber Polytechnic we don’t just accept difference we celebrate it! Experience comes in many forms, skills are transferable, and a progressive mindset goes a long way at Humber. If your experience is close to what we’re looking for, consider applying and tell us why you are a great candidate for this job. Find your Spot at Humber!

What’s in it for you?

• An opportunity to be a part of building Humber’s future.
• Be part of a diverse, hard‑working, and supportive team.
• Tools and technology that will allow you to succeed at your job.
• Amazing perks!

We thank you for your interest in working with Humber Polytechnic. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Consideration for Support Staff (Article 17 of FT Support Staff and Article 19 of PT Support Staff) positions will be given to internal employees in accordance with the respective Collective Agreements.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

Humber Polytechnic is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of our students and our city. We actively seek Indigenous Peoples and individuals from equity‑deserving groups with demonstrated skills and knowledge to deal with all aspects of equity, diversity and inclusion in a post‑secondary environment.

Humber supports employment equity. Racialized workers, women, Indigenous workers, LGBTQ2S+ workers and workers with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For the purpose of statistical data collection, applicants are strongly encouraged to voluntarily self‑identify. Humber’s diverse workplace also supports Francophone workers and young workers.

Accommodation

Humber Polytechnic is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Our Talent Acquisition team will work with applicants requesting accommodations at any stage of the hiring process. This document is available in alternate formats upon request.

Anti‑Discrimination Statement

At Humber Polytechnic, all forms of discrimination and harassment are prohibited. All employees and applicants have the right to work in an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. If you need assistance with concerns related to discrimination and harassment, please contact the Office of Human Rights and Harassment ([e-mail]).