Laboratory Assistant Production

Canadian Blood Services; Calgary; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A health services organization in Calgary is seeking a Temporary Part-Time Laboratory Assistant to join the Production team. This role involves assisting in the production of blood components necessary for life-saving treatments. The ideal candidate will have at least a year of lab experience, preferably with a science background. Flexibility for various shifts includes opportunities for a rewarding career in a collaborative environment. The position offers competitive benefits and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Payment in lieu of vacation

Payment in lieu of holidays

Employee discounts

Wellness program

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of laboratory work experience or equivalent education.
• Technical skills in systems and programs required.
• Ability to follow precise instructions and maintain accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Receive, assess, and produce whole blood components.
• Record temperatures of refrigerators and environmental conditions.
• Maintain documentation and records in compliance with procedures.
• Perform routine maintenance of equipment to ensure quality.

Skills

Laboratory work experience

MS Office

Good communication skills

Ability to follow instructions

Experience in food processing or pharmaceutical manufacturing

Education

Completion of secondary education

Post-secondary background in science

Job description

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Job category: Supply chain and logistics
Job posting ID: 8239

Employment status: Temporary part-time
Position's anticipated start date:2026-02-09 and 2026-02-27
Position's anticipated end date: 2026-10-31and 2027-02-27
Possible schedule/FTE: 0.8(60 hours scheduled bi-weekly at a minimum)
Number of positions available: 2

Classification: HSAA - CAL
Salary/Rate of pay: $23.81

• This external job posting may close earlier than the advertised deadline. We recommend applying as soon as possible.

Application requirements:

• Your up-to-date resume.
• We recommend you save a copy of the job posting for reference throughout the recruitment process.

Do you currently work for Canadian Blood Services? All employees must apply via the internal career page .

Together, the work we do connects people and changes lives — including your own.

Be part of a dynamic, collaborative and caring organization committed to saving and improving lives. Thousands of patients depend on us every day for reliable access to safe blood, plasma, stem cells and organs and tissues.

If you’re looking for a rewarding experience with a values and mission-driven team, join Canada’s Lifeline and discover a role where your work is meaningful, your purpose is clear, and your impact is felt every day.

We acknowledge that the work of Canadian Blood Services spans many Territories and Treaty areas across the country, and we are grateful for the Traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who have guided us in this important work. We recognize the land and waters that have inspired our work and offer gratitude to those Indigenous peoples on whose territory we work, live and play.

About the role

Canadian Blood Services is looking for a Temporary Part-Time Laboratory Assistant to join our dynamic Production team in Calgary, AB.

The Production team is responsible for supporting Canadian Blood Services by processing whole blood collections to the final products. In this role, you will be working on the frontlines, assisting in the production of blood components that provide life‑saving treatments for Canadians.

• Drawing on your knowledge and experience in laboratory functions, you will receive, assess and produce whole blood, apheresis platelets and plasma into requested blood components.
• Utilizing your attention to detail, you will record temperatures of refrigerators, freezers, incubators, and environmental conditions in the laboratory.
• Using your excellent organizational skills, you will be involved in the maintenance of appropriate documentation and records related to inventory in compliance with Canadian Blood Services operational procedures and work instructions.
• Applying your ability to be proactive and ensure excellence, you will perform routine maintenance of equipment and work areas to ensure safety and quality of blood products.

Desired education and skills

• Completion of secondary education and minimum 1 year laboratory work experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. A post secondary background in science is preferred.
• Technical skills including MS Office, and the ability to learn systems and programs, as required.
• Must have good oral and written communications skills.
• Ability to follow instructions precisely, prepare and maintain accurate records, and carry out repetitive tasks.
• Experience in food processing, pharmaceutical or biologics manufacturing is a strong asset.

What we offer you

• Payment in lieu of vacation.
• Payment in lieu of holidays.
• Premiums paid according to the collective agreement.
• Employee discounts, wellness program, professional resources.

What you can expect

• Shifts/hours will vary. You must be flexible to accommodate assigned 8-hour shifts which are based on operational needs. Shifts include days, evenings, overnights, weekends, and statutory holidays.
• Must be available to work full‑time hours (75 hours bi‑weekly) during training.
• Must be able to arrive on‑site within 30 minutes of being contacted if observing on‑call shifts.
• Physical requirements for the role include the ability to lift weight up to 10 kg (22 lbs.).

Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canada’s population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.

If this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply by providing your up‑to‑date resume. This could be your first step towards a meaningful and inspiring career. Come to work each day knowing that you save lives.

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