Educational Lab Technologist, Respiratory Therapy

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT); Calgary; On-site; CAD 51,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Alberta is seeking an Educational Lab Technologist for the Respiratory Therapy Program. The ideal candidate will manage laboratory setups, maintain equipment, handle inventory, and ensure a safe lab environment. A background in healthcare is preferred. This fulltime role offers a competitive salary range of $51,988.30 - $58,566.95 with responsibilities that promote student learning and safety.

Qualifications

• Experience in post-secondary labs, support, warehouse, or purchasing roles.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Equivalent experience and education considered.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on course needs, including supplies, ordering, and lab setup.
• Prepare and implement lab plans, support, and take down labs.
• Manage equipment maintenance.
• Control inventory and operate within budgets.
• Dispose of biohazardous waste safely.
• Maintain safety data sheets online.
• Develop vendor relations for equipment and supplies.
• Negotiate quotes for purchasing and maintenance.
• Follow safety procedures and promote professionalism.
• Participate in school events and meetings.
• Support the mission and academic goals of SAIT and the School.
• Assist other educational technologists.
• Perform N95 fit testing.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Handling equipment and chemicals

Fluent English reading and vocabulary

Attention to detail

Time management

Organization

Comfort speaking with students and staff

Positive and respectful attitude

Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook

Ability to interpret lab procedures

Experience with medical lab equipment

Strong communication and negotiation skills

Knowledge of SDS tracking online

Education

Healthcare training or credentials

Job description

Educational Lab Technologist, Respiratory Therapy

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The School of Health and Public Safety at SAIT prepares students for careers in healthcare. We offer specialized training in diagnostic and therapeutic technologies, professional assistant programs, information management, and wellness training. Our programs are hands-on, with students and instructors engaged in real and simulated environments.

The Opportunity

SAIT’s School of Health & Public Safety seeks an energetic, organized individual with strong teamwork skills to set up laboratories for the Respiratory Therapy Program. The role requires understanding health professional training, excellent communication, and teamwork.

Note: Work hours may range from 10 am to 6 pm to align with program schedules.

The Role

1. Collaborate on course needs, including supplies, ordering, and lab setup
2. Prepare and implement lab plans, support, and take down labs
3. Manage equipment maintenance
4. Control inventory and operate within budgets
5. Dispose of biohazardous waste safely
6. Maintain safety data sheets online
7. Develop vendor relations for equipment and supplies
8. Negotiate quotes for purchasing and maintenance
9. Follow safety procedures and promote professionalism
10. Participate in school events and meetings
11. Support the mission and academic goals of SAIT and the School
12. Assist other educational technologists
13. Perform N95 fit testing
14. Other duties as assigned

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience in post-secondary labs, support, warehouse, or purchasing roles
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Healthcare training or credentials preferred
• Equivalent experience and education considered

Skills & Knowledge

• Handling equipment and chemicals
• Fluent English reading and vocabulary
• Attention to detail, time management, organization
• Comfort speaking with students and staff
• Positive and respectful attitude
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Ability to interpret lab procedures
• Experience with medical lab equipment
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Knowledge of SDS tracking online is an asset

Job classification : Educational Lab Technologist II

Salary range : $51,988.30 - $58,566.95

Hours Per Week : 36.25

Position End Date : April 30, 2027

Posting closing date : August 4, 2025

About SAIT

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