Junior Laboratory Analyst

Paracel Laboratories Ltd.; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental benefits

Employee Family Assistance Program

Group RRSP plan

Profit-Sharing program

Job summary

Paracel Laboratories Ltd. is seeking a Junior Analyst for our St. Laurent lab in Ottawa. The role involves performing analyses in organic/inorganic sections, sample prep, standards, QC, under supervision.

The position offers an hourly salary of $17.60 to $21.00, with full health/dental benefits, Employee Family Assistance Program, Group RRSP and a Profit-Sharing program. On-site at 2319 St. Laurent Blvd, Ottawa, Ontario. Qualifications include a B.Sc.

Qualifications

• B.Sc. or related diploma with less than 1 year experience.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Able to follow work instructions and procedures.
• High manual dexterity and reliability.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Understanding of QA/QC and GLPs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform analyses in designated lab sections (organic/inorganic).
• Prepare samples, standards and reagents per methods and QC.
• Carry out analysis QC and maintain clean, organized workspace.
• Compile data and assist with data tabulation.
• Monitor supplies and ensure QA/QC and safety policies are followed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Deadline-driven

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

B.Sc. or Chemical/Biology/Biochemistry Technology Diploma

Tools

MS Office

ICP-MS (asset)

Job description

Who We Are:

Paracel Laboratories Ltd. is a full-service environmental and Indoor Air Quality laboratory. Our main laboratory facilities are in Ottawa and are supported by an environmental lab in Hamilton and microbiology and asbestos laboratories in Mississauga. Additional service depots are located in Kingston, London, Niagara, Windsor, and Richmond Hill. We support a broad spectrum of projects for professional clients from across Canada and around the world. Our client base primarily consists of major environmental consultants, all levels of government and industrial manufacturers located predominantly in Ottawa, Toronto, Niagara, Eastern and Southwestern Ontario.

The Opportunity:

Paracel Laboratories is looking for a Junior Analyst to join our team at our St. Laurent lab in Ottawa. The ideal candidate for this role is detail-oriented, dexterous and driven to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

The Junior Analyst is responsible for performing analyses within a discrete section of the Laboratory (i.e. Organic, Inorganic). This involves sample preparations and manipulations, standards/reagent preparation according to established methods and QC protocols, and assistance on research projects as required under the direct supervision of the Department Supervisor.

Compensation: This position offers a salary range of $17.60 to $21.00 hourly. The compensation package includes full health/dental benefits, and includes Employee Family Assistance Program, a Group RRSP plan and a Profit-Sharing program.

Location: This role is on-site; full time opportunity at 2319 St. Laurent Blvd, Ottawa, Ontario.

KeyResponsibilities:

• Ensuring that all tests are performed according to the established in-house protocols.
• Responsible for performing analyses, and the preparation of lab standards and reagent, for both routine and research related analyses.
• Responsible for performing analysis QC.
• Maintaining and cleaning workspace in the laboratory.
• Assists in collating and tabulating data.
• Monitoring and requisitioning supplies as required.
• Comply with company QA/QC and Health & Safety policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

• B.Sc. or Chemical/Biology/Biochemistry Technology Diploma or equivalent with less than 1 year related experience.
• Superb attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to effectively follow/interpret work instructions, methods and procedures.
• High degree of manual dexterity.
• Highly reliable and deadline-driven.
• Strong communication skills.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Good understanding of Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC).
• Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs).
• Experience with ICP-MS is an asset.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.
• Proven computer skills including MS office (Word and Excel).

Paracel Laboratories is an equal-opportunity employer. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know, and all efforts to provide the appropriate accommodation will be put into place.