Lab Facilities, Health & Safety Technologist

American Society of Safety Professionals; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 78,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative biopharmaceutical company is seeking a Lab Facilities, Health & Safety Technologist to maintain laboratory safety compliance. Responsibilities include drafting safety documentation, conducting inspections, and assisting with employee safety training. The ideal candidate will have a BSc in a relevant field, experience in laboratory safety, and strong problem-solving skills.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Travel insurance and retirement plans

Training and tuition assistance programs

Qualifications

• 3-5 years supporting Health & Safety in a laboratory setting.
• Experience with biosafety, radiation, and chemical safety.
• Current First Aid (Intermediate or OFA2) certification is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting and maintaining safety documentation including protocols, incident reports, and compliance records.
• Conduct safety inspections, review findings, recommend corrective actions, and ensure follow-up.
• Support fire safety efforts and participate in installation and operation of new lab equipment.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Record-keeping

Education

BSc in Biology, Biochemistry, Physiology, Pharmacology, or related field

Health and safety certification or diploma

Job description

Job Description

Who We Are:

Xenon Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:XENE) is a neuroscience-focused biopharmaceutical company committed to discovering, developing, and commercializing innovative therapeutics to improve the lives of people living with neurological and psychiatric disorders. We are looking for great people who thrive in a respectful, collaborative, inclusive, and productive culture to join the Xenon team.

What We Do:

We are advancing an exciting product pipeline to address indications with high unmet medical need, including epilepsy and depression. Our flagship azetukalner program represents the most advanced potassium channel modulator in clinical development for multiple indications. Building upon positive results and compelling data from our Phase 2b "X-TOLE" study in adult patients with focal epilepsy, our Phase 3 epilepsy program includes multiple clinical trials evaluating azetukalner in patients with focal onset seizures and primary generalized tonic-clonic seizures. In 2024, we plan to initiate a Phase 3 azetukalner program in major depressive disorder, based on topline data from our Phase 2 "X-NOVA" clinical trial. Additionally, we are proud of the science from our discovery labs, including early-stage research programs leveraging our extensive ion channel expertise to identify validated drug targets and develop new candidates. Supported by a strong financial position, we aim to build a leading neuroscience company with robust discovery, clinical, corporate, and commercial operations.

About the Role:

We are seeking a Lab Facilities, Health & Safety Technologist to join our team. This individual will support the Safety team in maintaining compliance with laboratory safety regulations and best practices. Responsibilities include assisting with safety documentation, conducting daily laboratory inspections, ensuring availability of PPE and emergency equipment, environmental monitoring, onboarding and training new employees, hazardous waste management, environmental audits, document control, and supporting daily lab operations. The role involves collaboration with team members and external contractors for equipment installation, maintenance, and repair.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter, highly motivated, dependable, and adaptable to changing priorities. This position reports to the Associate Director, Environmental and Occupational Health & Safety/Operations and is based in Vancouver, BC, Canada. The level of the position will be commensurate with experience.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in drafting and maintaining safety documentation, including protocols, manuals, incident reports, inspections, and compliance records.
• Conduct safety inspections, review findings, recommend corrective actions, and ensure follow-up. Conduct internal audits and identify improvement opportunities. Coordinate emergency responses and PPE management.
• Support fire safety efforts, including acting as Fire Warden, conducting drills, and emergency preparedness.
• Participate in installation and operation of new lab equipment, monitor contractor safety compliance, and assist with site preparation.
• Assist with new employee safety onboarding and training.
• Resolve routine lab requests and support lab operations such as managing cryogenic liquids, gas cylinders, and hazardous waste.
• Serve as a member of the Facilities Emergency Response & After-Hours team.
• Adhere to company policies and conduct other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• BSc in Biology, Biochemistry, Physiology, Pharmacology, or related field.
• 3-5 years supporting Health & Safety in a laboratory setting.
• Health and safety certification or diploma.
• Experience with biosafety, radiation, and chemical safety.
• Current First Aid (Intermediate or OFA2) certification is an asset.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Physical ability to lift up to 25 kg (55 lbs) and handle gas cylinders and dewars.

The salary range for this role is $78,940 to $91,801 CAD. We may consider above-range offers for exceptional candidates. Compensation includes base salary, bonus, stock options, and comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, Employee Assistance Program, travel insurance, and retirement plans. We support employee development through training, tuition assistance, and other programs.

As part of our hiring process, background checks are conducted for finalists. For US positions, Xenon participates in the E-Verify program here.

To apply, click "Apply Now". We appreciate all applicants; only those selected for interviews will be contacted.