Lab Assistant

Saskatchewan Research Council (SRC); Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

The Saskatchewan Research Council (SRC) in Saskatoon is seeking a Lab Assistant for a six-month term to support geochemical analyses for mining and minerals clients. You will perform sample preparation (weighing, drying, subsampling, filtration, acid digestion) and generate work lists in the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).

Must be 18+, willing to work in dusty environments, handle up to 30 kg, and assist with general lab upkeep.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Safety equipment will be provided.
• Some heavy lifting up to 30 kg and dusty environment.
• Extended work hours up to 12 hours/day and occasional weekend work.
• Previous lab experience is an asset but not required; training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Sample preparation, weighing, drying, subsampling, filtration, acid digestion and extract samples from different matrices; work with acid and radioactive samples.
• Washing dishware and general laboratory upkeep.
• Generate work lists from LIMS and maintain records and documentation.
• Observe safety regulations and SRC health and safety policies.

Skills

Data entry

Attention to detail

Reliability

Time management

Job description

Why SRC?

With more than 400 employees, $83 million in annual revenue and nearly 80 years of RD&D experience, the Saskatchewan Research Council (SRC) is Canada’s second largest research and technology organization with 1,400 clients in 16 countries around the world. We help clients from across the world solve technology problems, make improvements, seize opportunities, maintain competitiveness, increase productivity, and develop new markets.

Our employees make a difference. We hire people who are passionate about their work because we are passionate about making a positive impact in our province and beyond. We recognize the important value of work-life balance and our employees enjoy generous time off. SRC also offers many other benefits such as flexible retirement and savings options, insured benefits, professional development opportunities, a robust safety program, and an outstanding team environment.

Overview

The Saskatchewan Research Council’s (SRC), Geoanalytical Laboratories, Geochemistry section has an opening for a Lab Assistant. This position is part of a larger team process to conduct laboratory analysis for our mining and minerals clients.

This position is a 6-month term.

Accountabilities

• Sample preparation, weighing, drying, subsampling, filtration, acid digestion and extract samples of different matrices (including but not limited to soil, water, plant, and rocks), working with acid and radioactive samples.
• Washing dishware and general laboratory upkeep.
• Generate work lists from Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and perform all required record-keeping & documentation.
• Observe established safety regulations and comply with all SRC health and safety policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• The use of safety equipment (foot protection, lab coats, gloves and safety glasses) is required and will be provided.
• Some heavy lifting (up to 30 kg) and working in a dusty environment will be required.
• Extended work hours (up to 12 hours per day) and occasional weekend work, as required.
• Previous lab experience is an asset but is not required. All necessary training will be provided.

Skills

• A strong work ethic, reliability and a willingness to take on varied tasks as required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, repetitive environment with high attention to detail.
• Accurate and efficient data entry skills.
• Good organizational skills with the ability to meet strict deadlines such as turnaround times (TAT) and holding requirements.

The chosen candidate will be required to provide an original Criminal Record Check that is satisfactory to SRC prior to the commencement of any employment duties. The Criminal Record Check must have been executed within the preceding 30 days of receipt.

This position is located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

As SRC strives to build a representative workforce, applications are encouraged from persons of Indigenous ancestry.