Chemist (Post and Fill)

LCBO (Liquor Control Board of Ontario); Toronto; On-site; CAD 84,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Defined Benefit Pension

Workperks product discounts

Job summary

The LCBO (Liquor Control Board of Ontario) in Toronto is seeking an analytical laboratory professional to provide specialized testing using GC-MS, LC-MS, HPLC and related instruments. You will develop and validate methods, analyse data, and support continuous improvement of laboratory operations.

Responsibilities include instrument maintenance, data interpretation, and contributing to quality management systems while mentoring junior staff in a fast-paced beverage testing environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum B.Sc. in Chemistry, or related scientific field.
• Significant experience with analytical chemistry in a regulated lab environment.
• Experience operating, maintaining and troubleshooting advanced analytical instrumentation (GC-MS, GC-FID, LC-MS, HPLC, ICP-MS, CFA).
• Experience in method development, validation and data interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Provide analytical testing services using advanced instrumentation to detect/quantify compounds in beverages.
• Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, calibrate lab instruments ensuring optimal performance.
• Assess method performance and ensure data validity and accuracy.
• Develop and validate new analytical methods; perform data analysis and uncertainty evaluations.
• Maintain QMS documentation and ensure ISO 17025/ISO 9001 compliance.
• Mentor lab personnel and support continuous improvement of analytical services.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

Data analysis

Statistical analysis

Technical writing

Quality mindset

Mentoring/coaching

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Detail oriented

Education

B.Sc. in Chemistry

Tools

GC-MS

GC-FID

HPLC

LC-MS

ICP-MS

CFA

Job description

Location Address: 100 Queens Quay East, 9th Floor, Toronto

Number of Openings: 1

Pay: $44.79 - $52.90

Work Hours: 36.25

Union / Non-Union: Union

Job Posting End Date: October 7, 2026

About the Role

Analytical/Technical Expertise

• Provide specialized analytical testing services using advanced analytical instrumentation such as GC-MS, GC-FID, HPLC, LC-MS, ICP-MS, CFA to detect and quantify various compounds present in beverage alcohol products
• Apply expert knowledge of instrumental analysis and analytical technologies to operate, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, validate and calibrate laboratory instrumentation ensuring optimum performance
• Assess and troubleshoot instrument and analytical method performance to ensure data validity, integrity, reliability and accuracy
• Process, review, validate, interpret and report results in accordance with the laboratory Quality Management System policies and procedures

Research & Development

• Engage in research activities to develop new or enhanced methods of analysis
• Perform data and statistical analysis of method capabilities and performance; support calculation of method/measurement uncertainty
• Support the research of new analytical instrumentation and technologies that can elevate the capabilities of the LCBO laboratory and optimize efficiencies

Laboratory Quality Management System

• Adhere to the requirements of the laboratory quality management system and drive its continuous improvement
• Support laboratory compliance and accreditation to ISO 17025 and ISO 9001 standards
• Create, maintain and update laboratory documentation and technical records to ensure systematic process execution and compliance with quality systems requirements
• Support the development and implementation of various laboratory technical or environmental programs
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and policies
• Provide training and mentorship to laboratory personnel

Laboratory Operations Support

• Assist laboratory management as required by providing technical input relevant to analytical testing methodologies, instrumentation and QMS programs and processes
• Maintain laboratory supplies and chemical inventories
• Provide support for general laboratory and administrative tasks as assigned by the laboratory management
• Perform other duties and accept additional responsibilities as assigned to support the evolving needs of the department

About You

• Minimum B.Sc. in Chemistry, or related scientific fields
• Significant relevant experience and expert knowledge in analytical chemistry and applications used in a regulated laboratory environment using advanced analytical instrumentation such as GC-MS, GC-FID, LC-MS, HPLC, ICP-MS, CFA inclusive of sample preparation, extraction, purification/isolation and analysis.
• In depth knowledge and experience in operation and maintenance of advanced analytical instrumentation including complex troubleshooting and repair and activities related to instrument commissioning
• Solid experience in method development and validation including design of experiments
• Experience in data analysis, proficiency in statistical analysis
• Ability to interpret and present scientific and technical data and develop options and recommendations.
• Strong technical writing and documentation development skills.
• Strong knowledge and experience in Quality Management Systems in accordance with relevant quality standards and/or regulatory/compliance requirements and their application in laboratory settings
• Strong computer literacy i.e. knowledge in relevant MS Office software and other data processing applications, including statistical functions and tools/software
• Strong analytical, problem solving and critical thinking skills, high ability to exercise sound judgment and work effectively with minimum direction and supervision.
• High level of initiative, with demonstrated focus on the continuous improvement of analytical services and internal operations.
• Strong attention to detail, complemented by effective organizational and time management skills with a high ability to prioritize competing demands and multi-task effectively in a dynamic, fast paced, collaborative environment and deliver timely results with high quality and accuracy.
• Proficient in coaching, mentoring and fostering quality culture.

Benefits

• Access to an Employee & Family Assistance Program
• A Defined Benefit Pension
• Discounts on products and services via Workperks
• and much more.

The LCBO is an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

The LCBO (Liquor Control Board of Ontario) is an Ontario government enterprise and one of the world’s largest buyers and retailers of beverage alcohol. Through more than 650 retail stores, catalogues, special order services and more than 389 LCBO Convenience Outlets (LCOs), which provide cost effective, convenient and socially responsible access for rural consumers, the LCBO offers nearly 24,000 products annually to consumers and licensed establishments from more than 80 countries.

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