Laboratory Specialist I

Alberta Health Services (AHS); Calgary; On-site; CAD 53,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Alberta Health Services (AHS) invites applications for a Laboratory Specialist I in the Flow Cytometry unit at the Arthur J.E. Child Comprehensive Cancer Center.

The role involves conducting specialized procedures, analyzing specimens, and verifying results to ensure high-quality, timely outputs. Under supervision, you will perform quality control, operate and troubleshoot instruments, and participate in training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master of Science degree with a focus in Molecular or Cellular Biology.
• Experience in a clinical lab setting; understanding of flow cytometry, immunology, hematology, and transplantation.

Responsibilities

• Perform specialized laboratory procedures and specimen analysis.
• Enter results and verify reports with accuracy and timeliness.
• Conduct quality control and assurance programs; document abnormal control results.
• Maintain and troubleshoot instruments to ensure optimal function.
• Assist in training students and staff and contribute to improved operations.

Skills

Flow cytometry

Immunology

Hematology

Transplantation knowledge

Education

BSc / MSc in Molecular or Cellular Biology

Tools

Flow cytometer

Data analysis software

Job description

The APL Flow Cytometry Department at the Arthur J.E. Child Comprehensive Cancer Center has an opportunity for a Laboratory Specialist 1. Under the direction of the Lab Director, Laboratory Scientist, Medical Laboratory Technologist II, Supervisor or Manager, this position is responsible for performing a variety of duties including, but not limited to, conducting specialized laboratory procedures, specimen analysis, result entry and report verification. Performs, reports and records complex, routine and specialized diagnostic procedures, tests, and examinations in accordance with laboratory policies and procedures to ensure a high quality, accurate, and timely result. Identify possible alternative approaches to standard methods to provide correct results when necessary. Reports unusual test findings and results to senior staff. Performs, troubleshoots, and documents quality control and assurance programs; reports abnormal control results to senior staff. Operates, maintains, and performs troubleshooting on instruments and procedures to ensure optimal function. Proven interpersonal, oral, and written communications skill in English with ability to build positive, collaborative working relationships with coworkers, clinicians, internal and external clients. Assists in the validation of procedures and instrumentation under the direction of the Lab Director/Lab Scientist as required. Monitors department supply inventory and acts appropriately to maintain. Participates in the training and orientation of students and staff. Contributes to ongoing improved operations of technical area.

Description:

Reporting to the Medical, Senior Technical or Management, this position is responsible for performing a variety of duties including, but not limited to: conducting specialized laboratory procedures, cost analysis, specimen analysis, result entry and report verification.

• Classification: Laboratory Specialist I
• Union: HSAA FAC PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Flow Cytometry
• Primary Location: Arthur Child Cancer Centre
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 28-OCT-2026
• Employee Class: Regular Full Time
• Date Available: 16-NOV-2026
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 10
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $38.74
• Maximum Salary: $51.02
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

• Classification: Laboratory Specialist I
• Union: HSAA FAC PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Flow Cytometry
• Primary Location: Arthur Child Cancer Centre
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 28-OCT-2026
• Employee Class: Regular Full Time
• Date Available: 16-NOV-2026
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 10
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $38.74
• Maximum Salary: $51.02
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor or Master of Science degree with a focus in Molecular or Cellular Biology

Additional Required Qualifications:

Experience in a clinical lab setting. Understanding of principles of flow cytometry, immunology, hematology, and transplantation.

Preferred Qualifications:

Equivalencies of education (eg. MLT Program) may be considered in lieu of degree program. Advanced knowledge of hematology, CD nomenclature, & hematopoietic disorders, cell differentiation, morphology, and physiology of leukocytes human cell biology. Experience with flow cytometers and data analysis software. Experience in interpretive reporting. Current or recent (within last 2 years) hematology experience. Experience in a clinical lab setting.

Please note:

All postings close at 23:59 MT of the postingend date indicated.

Security Screening:

A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with APL.