Cell Culture Media Technician (Onsite)

Applied Biological Materials Inc; Richmond; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Applied Biological Materials (abm) Inc. in Richmond, BC, is seeking a Laboratory Assistant to support media production and the preparation of cell culture media, buffers, and related products onsite.

The role requires a biology/biochemistry background, strong attention to detail, and the ability to follow SOPs with safe lab practices. This full-time position offers a CAD 48,000–55,000 salary, 37.5 hours weekly, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Diploma or bachelor's degree in Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, or a related life science discipline.
• Practical laboratory experience through coursework, co-op placements, or employment.
• Familiarity with solution preparation, pipetting, centrifugation, and aseptic laboratory techniques.
• Ability to follow SOPs accurately and maintain clear, organized laboratory records.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and time-management skills.
• Dependable, collaborative, and comfortable performing routine, repetitive laboratory tasks.
• Experience with media preparation or laboratory production is an asset but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cell culture media, buffers, solutions, and other laboratory reagents according to established protocols and SOPs.
• Weigh, measure, mix, centrifuge, filter, aliquot, and label materials accurately to meet production requirements.
• Operate laboratory equipment, including balances, pH meters, centrifuges, autoclaves, and filtration systems.
• Follow aseptic techniques and established quality procedures to maintain product consistency and minimize contamination.
• Maintain accurate batch production records, laboratory logs, and product documentation.
• Assist with packaging, labeling, and organizing finished products for storage or distribution.
• Monitor and replenish raw materials, consumables, and laboratory supplies as needed.
• Perform routine cleaning, equipment checks, and laboratory maintenance tasks.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment and follow laboratory safety procedures.
• Support other media production and laboratory activities as required.

Skills

Practical laboratory experience

Familiarity with solution preparation

Aseptic laboratory techniques

Attention to detail

Record-keeping

Education

Biology/Biotechnology/Biochemistry degree

Tools

Pipetting

Centrifugation

pH meters

Autoclaves

Filtration systems

Job description

Applied Biological Materials (abm) Inc. in Richmond, BC, is seeking a Laboratory Assistant to support media production and the preparation of cell culture media, buffers, and related products onsite.

The role requires a biology/biochemistry background, strong attention to detail, and the ability to follow SOPs with safe lab practices. This full-time position offers a CAD 48,000–55,000 salary, 37.5 hours weekly, and comprehensive benefits.