Microbiology Laboratory Technician - Eurofins Environment Testing Canada

Eurofins Canada Environment Testing; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Eurofins Canada Environment Testing is seeking a Microbiology Laboratory Technician to join our Ottawa-area lab on a full-time basis. The role focuses on sample prep and analysis using membrane filtration and other SOPs, with a strong emphasis on biosafety and data accuracy.

The position offers 37.5 hours per week, Tuesday to Saturday, with compensation CAD 23–25 per hour; prior microbiology experience is valued, and training includes WHMIS and safety.

Qualifications

• Experience with microbiology testing is an asset.
• Experience with membrane filtration procedures is an asset.
• Experience working in a risk group level 2 pathogen laboratory is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of drinking water regulations (e.g., O. Reg. 170/03, O. Reg. 319/08) is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Using SOPs and test methods, perform membrane filtration analysis of water, soil, and other substrates.
• Follow Biosafety Manual and Emergency Response Plan.
• Report drinking water adverse results to the Drinking Water Coordinator and the designate.
• Complete data entry into the LIMS system.
• Prepare stock cultures and agars.
• Maintain good laboratory housekeeping at all times.
• Perform regular instrument maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Keep track of consumables inventory and request supplies for ordering.
• Follow the Quality System as documented in the QA Manual.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Oral and written communication

Education

Biology-related degree or diploma

Job description

Microbiology Laboratory Technician - Eurofins Environment Testing Canada

• Full-time
• Compensation: CAD 23 - CAD 25 - hourly

Eurofins Scientific is an international network of independent life sciences companies, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.

The Eurofins network of companies believes that it is a global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and agroscience contract research services. It is also one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, and in the support of clinical studies, as well as in biopharma contract development and manufacturing. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In under 40 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to over 65,000 employees across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of over 950 laboratories in over 1,000 independent companies across 57 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.

The Eurofins network generated EUR 7.296 billion revenues in FY 2025, and has been one of the fastest growing listed European companies for almost three decades.

This position is responsible for conducting sample preparation and analysis using the appropriate analytical methods.

Principal duties and responsibilities:

• Using applicable SOPs and test methods, perform membrane filtration analysis of water, soil, and other substrates.
• Understands and follows the Biosafety Manual and Emergency Response Plan.
• Reports drinking water adverse results immediately to the Drinking Water Coordinator and the designate.
• Completes data entry into the LIMS system.
• Prepares stock cultures and agars.
• Maintains good laboratory housekeeping at all times.
• Performs regular instrument maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Keeps track of consumables inventory and request supplies for ordering, as required.
• Follows the Quality System as documented in the Quality Assurance Manual.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Education

• University degree or college diploma in a biology-related field.

Qualifications

• Experience with microbiology testing is an asset.

Technical Knowledge

• Experience with membrane filtration procedures is considered an asset.
• Experience working in a risk group level 2 pathogen laboratory is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of drinking water regulations (e.g., O. Reg. 170/03, O. Reg. 319/08) is considered an asset.

Training

• WHMIS and safety training.

Skills

• Strong organizational skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

37.5 hours per week

Schedule: Tuesday to Saturday

Salary range: $23 to $25 per hour

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsabilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Accommodation:Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process, or those needing job postings in an alternative format, may e-mail a request via the website atwww.eurofins.ca .

As a Eurofins employee, you will become part of a company that has received international recognition as a great place to work.To learn more about Eurofins, please explore our website atwww.eurofins.ca

Please note that only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

This posting is supported by AI technology to assist in screening candidates and resumes.

This posting is to replace the current employee, who has been promoted, and the successful candidate will start as soon as possible.

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