Lab Assistant(s), Pharmacy Technician

Vancouver Island University; Duncan; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional educational institution in Duncan, BC, is seeking a non-instructional Pharmacy Technician lab support role to assist with clinical skills courses. Candidates should hold a Pharmacy Technician diploma and be currently working in a community or hospital pharmacy. Commitment to teaching and diversity is essential. This position offers a chance to work in an inclusive environment focused on student success and professional development.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits plan

Professional development opportunities

Desirable pension plan

Qualifications

• Licensed Pharmacy Technician in good standing with the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia.
• Current practice in either community or institutional pharmacy setting required.
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching, learning, and student success.

Responsibilities

• Assist lab instructors with planning and preparing program courses.
• Provide support to students for their success.
• Collaborate with colleagues and industry partners.

Skills

Knowledge of KROLL and community-based processes

Understanding of Aboriginal teachings

Proficiency in information technology

Commitment to teaching and student success

Education

Pharmacy Technician certificate or diploma

Licensed Regulated Pharmacy Technician

Job description

The Faculty of Health Sciences and Human Services includes the Departments of Child and Youth Care, Dental Assistant, Dental Hygiene, Health Care Assistant, Nursing, Practical Nursing, Social Work, Kinesiology, and a Professional Development and Training department. The mission of the Faculty is to foster student success and develop and maintain relevant, responsive, and stimulating learning opportunities that are community-based, globally and locally, and offered in a visionary, interprofessional environment that is conducive to learning and promotes health and wellness for all. The Dean and the Dean's Office lead, manage, administer and support the instructional, scholarly and outreach activities of the Faculty on four campuses with this mission in mind.

Duties:

VIU's Faculty of Health Sciences and Human Services is seeking individuals who are interested in a non-instructional Pharmacy Technician lab support role to deliver clinical skills courses within the Pharmacy Technician diploma program at the Cowichan campus for July and August 2026. The support technician is expected to work in collaboration with the course instructor.

• Support lab course instructors to plan, and prepare for program courses;
• use creative adult learning strategies in the preparation and delivery of in-person clinical skills;
• providing support to students to ensure their success;
• working collaboratively with colleagues and industry partners.

This program is delivered in partnership with Selkirk College.

In this role you may provide support for one or more of the following courses:

• PTEC 220 - Technology for Product Distribution
• PTEC 221 - Prescription Dispensing
• PTEC 223 - Institutional Dispensing and Sterile Product Preparation
• PTEC 224 - Non-Sterile compounding

An overview of the program can be found on the Pharmacy Technician Program page.

Please note that start dates may vary depending on the course(s) being supported.

Candidates must demonstrate commitment to teaching, learning, and student success. Successful candidates will participate in activities outside the classroom including student support and department committees.

For further information regarding this position please contact [e-mail].

Required Qualifications:

• Licensed Regulated Pharmacy Technician in good standing with the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia
• Pharmacy Technician certificate or diploma from an appropriately accredited institution in
• Current practice in an institutional pharmacy environment, including aseptic compounding, and/or current practice in a community pharmacy environment
• Solid understanding of the scope and role of pharmacy technicians in the healthcare system
• Proficiency with the application and integration of information technology
• Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal ways of knowing and cultural teachings
• Responsive to a diverse student population
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching, learning, and student success

To assist in PTEC 220 Technology for Product Distribution & PTEC 221 Prescription Dispensing Intake, the incumbents must be currently working in a Community setting and have a firm knowledge of KROLL and all Community based processes.

To assist in PTEC 223 Institutional Dispensing and Sterile Product Preparation, incumbents must be currently working in a hospital setting and be Certified in aseptic compounding techniques in accordance with the NAPRA Model Standards for Pharmacy Compounding of Sterile Preparations (hazardous and non-hazardous).

To assist in PTEC 224 Non-Sterile Compounding, incumbents must be currently working in a Community or Hospital setting and have a firm understanding of non-sterile compounding processes.

Preferred Qualifications:

• The BC Provincial Instructor Diploma, or its equivalent, completed or in progress (maximum two years to completion) from an accredited institution;
• Experience teaching adults in a post-secondary setting;
• Familiarity with learning management systems (D2L) in an educational setting.

VIU is pleased to offer eligible employees a comprehensive benefit plan; ample paid holiday time; professional development opportunities and a desirable pension plan. As part of the VIU campus community, our employees work with supportive colleagues within an encouraging environment and are provided with the tools and training that promote learning and development. The perks of VIU employment are multiple, and include well‑being initiatives and services, strategic discounts, and flexible work opportunities.

Note:

• Short‑listed candidates must provide original transcripts, or applicable original certifications at time of interview.
• All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
• Vancouver Island University (VIU) is collectively committed to building and sustaining a diverse and inclusive working and learning environment for faculty, staff, and students. In our journey towards greater diversity, we invite applications from members of equity-seeking communities including women, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of all gender identities and sexual orientations who bring value to the VIU community through their lived experiences. We encourage members of all equity-seeking groups to self‑identify within their application cover letter. When a candidate voluntarily discloses this information in their cover letter, the information will be used only for the fulfillment of the career opportunity. Disclosure and/or self‑identification with an equity‑seeking group will not lead to advantageous treatment of a candidate who is not qualified.

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