Laboratory Technologist

St. Lawrence College; Cornwall; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A community college in Ontario is seeking a part-time Laboratory Technologist to support the delivery of practice laboratory sessions. This role involves ensuring laboratory safety, maintaining equipment, and preparing experiments. Applicants should have a minimum of a 3-year diploma in a related field and experience in a laboratory setting. The position offers $36.30/hour for 24 hours per week, starting September 17, 2025, with a closing date for applications on September 24, 2025.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in laboratory equipment operation and safety.
• Familiar with WHMIS and laboratory safety practices.
• Experience working with biological hazardous materials.

Responsibilities

• Participate in laboratory safety programs and prepare safe work procedures.
• Manage inventory, chemicals, and laboratory documentation.
• Ensure a clean and safe laboratory environment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Task prioritization skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

3-year diploma/degree in Health Science, Chemistry, Environmental Science or Arts

Job description

Overview

The Laboratory Technologist supports the delivery of practice laboratory sessions in the Science Labs at the Cornwall Campus by ensuring that the labs are prepared in accordance with teaching requirements provided by faculty members for each one of the programs. The Laboratory Technologist will be responsible for maintaining a clean, orderly and safe environment and help the faculty to monitor students making sure laboratory safety rules are followed.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the laboratory safety programs, prepare safe work procedures, order supplies and manage inventory, instrument control and maintenance, manage chemicals, laboratory housekeeping, record keeping and control and maintenance of the laboratory documentation.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:
A minimum of a 3-year diploma/degree in Health Science, Chemistry, Environmental, Science and Arts.

A minimum of 3 years of experience in the use and operation of laboratory equipment, preparing experiments and reagents, familiar with WHMIS, laboratory organization and safety practices. Working experience with biological hazardous materials.

Other Required Qualifications:

• Attention to detail
• Task prioritization skills
• Problem-solving skills

Physical/Work Environment Essential Requirements

The successful incumbent must have the ability to report to the work location.

Salary & Terms

• Support Group: Pay Band J
• Start Rate: $36.30/hour, plus 6% in lieu of vacation
• Hours per week: 24
• Posted Date: September 17, 2025
• Closing Date: September 24, 2025 (4:00 p.m.)

Documents

• Job Duties & Responsibilities

How to Prepare your Application for Submission

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THIS IS A PART-TIME BARGAINING UNIT POSITION

This competition will be processed in accordance with College policy, the Academic and Support Staff Collective Agreements. In addition to comparing candidates’ qualifications and experience to the listed technical skills, education, work experience, and personal characteristics (values, attitudes, motivation, and performance), the seniority of Bargaining Unit members will be considered. If the search extends beyond the Bargaining Unit, consideration will be given to accumulated service with the College.

St. Lawrence College is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace. We encourage and welcome applications from members of the designated groups, including women, racialized minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation and identity. St. Lawrence College is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free selection process. SLC provides support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that takes into account an applicant's accessibility needs. Candidates requiring accommodation during the recruitment process are asked to contact Belonging, People & Culture at [e-mail]. To obtain a copy of this position vacancy or any of the position related documents in an alternate format please contact [e-mail] and our Talent Management Consultants will address your requests for accommodation confidentially.

This job opportunity is open to both internal and external applicants. Only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.