Chemical Technician

Concordia University; Montreal; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Concordia University in Montreal invites applications for a Chemical Technician (2367). The role reports to the Technical Supervisor in the Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering and involves operating and maintaining analytical instrumentation, training students, and ensuring lab safety across campuses.

The successful candidate will have a DEC in Chemical Engineering Technology or a related degree with laboratory experience, knowledge of safety regulations (WHMIS/TDG), strong English

Qualifications

• Diploma of Collegial Studies (three-year technical DEC) in Chemical Engineering Technology with a minimum of four years of analytical laboratory experience or experience in general laboratory work with general knowledge of laboratory safety and quality control protocol; or a Bachelor's Degree in relevant discipline or equivalent and two years of associated experience.
• Demonstrated safe handling of chemicals and acids using standard laboratory techniques.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions. Knowledge of basic preventive maintenance on assigned equipment.
• Skill in following safety practices and the proper handling and recognizing of hazardous chemicals.
• Good knowledge (Level 4) of spoken English to assist and instruct students. Basic knowledge (Level 3) of spoken French.
• Good knowledge (intermediate level) of Word and Excel to create and format documents and spreadsheets, and the ability to learn and adapt to new software as required.
• Working skills in the maintenance and operation of a wide variety of lab equipment.
• Knowledge of chemical principles and lab analyses, and of laboratory process, equipment and infrastructure.
• Comprehensive knowledge of chemicals and chemical safety and knowledge of workplace health and safety regulations (particularly WHMIS and TDG).
• Will require use of respiratory protection and enrollment in the university’s Respiratory Protection Program.
• Have physical ability to occasionally lift/carry/move without assistance up to 23 kg (50 lbs.) and with assistance up to 45 kg (100 lbs.).
• Ability to work flexible hours, evenings and the occasional weekend.
• Experience with the Vertère chemical inventory software.
• Knowledge of university EH&S policies and procedures is an asset.
• Health and Safety and first-aid training are assets.

Responsibilities

• Oversee, maintain, and calibrate the CME characterization lab: keep equipment maintained and supplied, analyze samples for clients, train students to use the equipment, enforce operating procedures.
• Support the laboratory instructors and researchers and focus on the laboratories’ operations and safety.
• Operate and calibrate analytical instrumentation in researchers’ labs. Oversee and maintain laboratory instrumentation and equipment (GC, UV, FTIR, HPLC, CE, SAA, etc.).
• Ensure that proper operating procedures, maintenance of laboratory equipment is followed, as well as proper handling of hazardous chemicals.
• As a Safety Officer and Emergency Responder, enforce, train and monitor current knowledge of laboratory operational and safety policies and procedures.
• Actively participate in promoting safety and cleanliness in the wet laboratories.
• Assist in laboratory students training.
• Support laboratory researchers on special assignments.
• Assist researchers with the development of standard operating procedures for new equipment and new experiments.
• Perform other duties as required by the department.

Job description

Career Opportunities: Chemical Technician (2367)

Requisition ID 2367-Posted 11/04/2026-Sir George Williams (Downtown)-CUUSS-TS-Full-Time

Position Number:50001694
Department:Chemical and Materials Engineering
Grade: Technician Class I
Campus:Sir George Williams (Downtown)

Salary:$32.60- $49.01 per hour
Union/Association/HR Policy: CUUSS-TS

Applicants are strongly encouraged to include a cover letter expressing their interest and how their profile aligns with the role.

Recognized as one of Montreal’s top Employers, Concordia University is the place to be if you are looking to grow, contribute and innovate in a dynamic and multicultural environment.

Be part of a community that addresses society’s big challenges, supports your personal and professional growth, and makes a real impact in building a more sustainable world.

As a member of our community, you will have access to comprehensive benefits, a defined pension plan and numerous on site well-being facilities such as a state of the art gym and health clinic as well as a variety of educational and cultural opportunities.

NOTE: Incumbent must be willing and able to work on both Campuses (SGW and Loyola) as required.

SCOPE

Reporting to the Technical Supervisor, the incumbent performs routine and specialized tasks requiring the use of advanced research instrumentation (GC, UV, FTIR, HPLC, GCMS, TGA, etc.), as well as the maintenance of the equipment. The incumbent interacts with personnel and students at all levels to ensure the timely completion of daily analytical work as well as special requests and department projects.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee, maintain, and calibrate the CME characterization lab: keep equipment maintained and supplied, analyze samples for clients, train students to use the equipment, enforce operating procedures.
• Support the laboratory instructors and researchers and focus on the laboratories’ operations and safety.
• Operate and calibrate analytical instrumentation in researchers’ labs. Oversee and maintain laboratory instrumentation and equipment (GC, UV, FTIR, HPLC, CE, SAA, etc.).
• Ensure that proper operating procedures, maintenance of laboratory equipment is followed, as well as proper handling of hazardous chemicals.
• As a Safety Officer and Emergency Responder, enforce, train and monitor current knowledge of laboratory operational and safety policies and procedures.
• Actively participate in promoting safety and cleanliness in the wet laboratories.
• Assist in laboratory students training.
• Support laboratory researchers on special assignments.
• Assist researchers with the development of standard operating procedures for new equipment and new experiments.
• Perform other duties as required by the department.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Diploma of Collegial Studies (three-year technical DEC) in Chemical Engineering Technology with a minimum of four years of experience of analytical laboratory experience or experience in general laboratory work with general knowledge of laboratory safety and quality control protocol; or a Bachelor's Degree in relevant discipline or equivalent and two years of associated experience.
• Demonstrated safe handling of chemicals and acids using standard laboratory techniques.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions. Knowledge of basic preventive maintenance on assigned equipment.
• Skill in following safety practices and the proper handling and recognizing of hazardous chemicals.
• Good knowledge (Level 4) of spoken English to assist and instruct students. Basic knowledge (Level 3) of spoken French.
• Good knowledge (intermediate level) of Word and Excel to create and format documents and spreadsheets, and the ability to learn and adapt to new software as required.
• Working skills in the maintenance and operation of a wide variety of lab equipment.
• Knowledge of chemical principles and lab analyses, and of laboratory process, equipment and infrastructure.
• Comprehensive knowledge of chemicals and chemical safety and knowledge of workplace health and safety regulations (particularly WHMIS and TDG).
• Will require use of respiratory protection and enrollment in the university’s Respiratory Protection Program.
• Have physical ability to occasionally lift/carry/move without assistance up to 23 kg (50 lbs.) and with assistance up to 45 kg (100 lbs.).
• Ability to work flexible hours, evenings and the occasional weekend.
• Experience with the Vertère chemical inventory software.
• Knowledge of university EH&S policies and procedures is an asset.
• Health and Safety and first-aid training are assets.

Due to the volume of applications, only selected candidates will be contacted by our Talent Team.

Concordia University is an English-language institution of higher learning at which the primary language of instruction and research is English. Since this position supports academic and administrative functions of the university, proficiency in English and French, as indicated, is required.

IMPORTANT: The language and computer skills of short-listed candidates will be tested.

Territorial Acknowledgement

Concordia University is located on unceded Indigenous lands. The Kanien’kehá:ka Nation is recognized as the custodians of the lands and waters on which we gather today. Tiohtià:ke/Montreal is historically known as a gathering place for many First Nations. Today, it is home to a diverse population of Indigenous and other peoples. We respect the continued connections with the past, present and future in our ongoing relationships with Indigenous and other peoples within the Montreal community.

Employment Equity

Concordia University is strongly committed to employment equity within its community, and to recruiting a diverse faculty and staff. The University encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, members of sexual minorities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to diversification; candidates are invited to self-identify in their applications.As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a diversity survey. This information is voluntary and any information collected for this purpose is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources employees. Results will be aggregated and used to help Concordia achieve its goal to see all members of our community not only reflected, but welcomed, included and supported in their efforts to contribute to all areas of university life.

Accessibility

Concordia desires to increase diversity among its community members and we strive to make our recruitment processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants. If you are contacted for an interview and anticipate needing accommodations during the process, please contact, in confidence, [e-mail]

Immigration Status

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian and Permanent Residents will be given priority. To comply with the Government of Canada’s reporting requirements, the University is obliged to gather information about applicants’ status as either Permanent Residents of Canada or Canadian citizens.