Laboratory assistant - Student

Semex; Saint-Hyacinthe; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading agricultural genetics company is seeking a part-time student to join their laboratory team in Saint-Hyacinthe. The role requires enrollment in a Biotechnology DEC program, offering hands-on lab experience and the potential for full-time work during school breaks. Responsibilities include preparing materials for embryo production, supporting quality control, and assisting in routine lab operations. A flexible work environment and competitive compensation package are provided.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Competitive compensation package

Qualifications

• Student who has completed and passed the first year of a Biotechnology DEC program.
• Proficient in pipetting and aseptic techniques.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and label materials used for embryo production.
• Participate in quality control procedures.
• Assist with cell structure fixation and microscopy.
• Support technicians in routine production operations.

Skills

Proficient in pipetting and aseptic techniques

Attention to detail

Organizational and observational skills

Teamwork and communication

Analytical and scientific mindset

Education

Completed first year of a Biotechnology DEC program

Job description

Part-Time Student Position

At Semex, we truly believe that your work and workplace should be more than just a job – they are an invaluable part of your professional and personal journey. We believe you should have opportunities to grow, build relationships, and contribute to our important work ensuring that farmers around the world have access to the genetic, technological, and practical solutions they need to feed the world.

We are currently looking for a student enrolled in a Biotechnology DEC program who wishes to apply their learning in a hands‑on way by joining our laboratory team for approximately 7 to 15 hours per week (with the possibility of full‑time work during school breaks).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and label materials used for embryo production.
• Participate in quality control procedures (pH and temperature measurements).
• Assist with cell structure fixation, staining, and slide mounting. Read slides using fluorescence microscopy.
• Support technicians in routine production operations as needed (e.g., oocyte retrieval and fertilization, semen preparation, embryo transfer and freezing, and culture media preparation).
• Sterilize lab equipment and maintain work surfaces.
• Prepare basic solutions according to established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Qualifications & Skills

• Student who has completed and passed the first year of a Biotechnology DEC program.
• Proficient in pipetting and aseptic techniques.
• Attention to detail.
• Organizational and observational skills.
• Teamwork and communication.
• Analytical and scientific mindset.

At Semex, we demand the best – from ourselves, our company, and everything we do for our clients. By surrounding ourselves with the best, brightest, and most dynamic professionals, we can achieve this goal. We offer a stimulating yet flexible work environment and a competitive compensation package.

Semex encourages individuals with disabilities to apply. Accommodations are available upon request to allow candidates to participate in all stages of the recruitment process. Please contact: [e-mail].

We thank you for your interest and kindly note that only selected candidates will be contacted.