Laboratory Technician, Chemistry

White Spot; Richmond; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Metro Vancouver is seeking a Laboratory Technician to coordinate Chemistry labs and assist faculty with operations, maintenance, and lab activities. Candidates should have a B.Sc. in Chemistry and good problem-solving skills. Experience in laboratory management is a plus. This position offers a collaborative working environment.

Qualifications

• B.Sc. in chemistry or equivalent related training.
• Experience in laboratory management is an asset.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate Chemistry labs operations.
• Assist faculty with lab setup and maintenance.
• Prepare and organize supplies and equipment.

Skills

Laboratory management

Knowledge of chemistry techniques

Problem-solving abilities

Interpersonal skills

Computer proficiency

Education

B.Sc. in Chemistry

Job description

We are currently seeking a Laboratory Technician, Chemistry to join our Faculty of Science team. Please note: Priority will be given to qualified internal candidates.

Job Overview

Reporting to Associate Dean, Faculty of Science, this position is responsible for the coordination and management of the Chemistry Labs. The Technician assists faculty with the operation of the Chemistry labs by assuming responsibility for the overall care, maintenance and control of the labs and their equipment, plus the preparation, set up and removal of the required supplies, samples, displays, chemicals and equipment for each week's lab activities. Based on an established timetable of student lab assignments, and using standard and prescribed safety practices, the Laboratory Technician is expected to perform their duties with a minimum of managerial supervision from the Associate Dean or direction from the faculty.

Education and Experience

• Have a B.Sc. in chemistry, or equivalent related training; related experience is an asset.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Have a good working knowledge of the course content, laboratory equipment and techniques pertaining to the instruction of chemistry courses at first, second, third, and fourth year level.

• Be able to manage and coordinate the operation, maintenance and repair of laboratory equipment and supplies, including inventory, ordering, preparation, lab setup and take down, and stock storage.

• Have a good working knowledge of business records, inventory, ordering and receiving procedures; be able to use a computer efficiently in these tasks.

• Have a good working knowledge of all government legislation related to laboratory operations.

• Be able to demonstrate laboratory techniques and have practical experience in these.

• Be well organized and energetic, with good abilities in problem solving, adaptability and interpersonal skills with people of varied backgrounds.

• Be able to work with a minimum of supervision.

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As per the KPU-BCGEU Collective Agreement, qualified internal applicants within the BCGEU bargaining unit are given first consideration in filling this position. Internal applicants must apply by 11:59pm on the internal closing date in order to be considered as an internal applicant. Internal applications received after the closing date will be considered as an external applicant.

Salary Information

Salary and wage increments are in accordance with the Collective Agreement.