Chemistry Teaching Lab Technician & TA Trainer

Ontario University Athletics; Guelph; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian university in Guelph is seeking a Teaching Laboratory Technician to support its Chemistry Department. The role involves delivering hands-on lab experiences for undergraduate students, developing training materials, and assisting in onboarding new personnel. Candidates must hold an undergraduate degree in Chemistry or a related field, with experience in teaching in an academic environment being essential. This position promises a collaborative atmosphere, with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Chemistry or closely related field.
• At least one year of experience teaching in a laboratory setting.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of first-year chemistry lab activities.
• Develop training materials and prepare reagents.
• Assist with onboarding and training new academic personnel.

Skills

Oral and written communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Intermediate-level skills in MS Word, Excel, Office 365

Experience with virtual meeting software

Education

Undergraduate degree in Chemistry or related field

Graduate degree in Chemistry or adjacent

Tools

MS Word

Adobe Acrobat

Virtual meeting software (Teams, Zoom)

Website maintenance (Drupal, CampusPress)

Job description

A leading Canadian university in Guelph is seeking a Teaching Laboratory Technician to support its Chemistry Department. The role involves delivering hands-on lab experiences for undergraduate students, developing training materials, and assisting in onboarding new personnel. Candidates must hold an undergraduate degree in Chemistry or a related field, with experience in teaching in an academic environment being essential. This position promises a collaborative atmosphere, with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.