PART-TIME INSTRUCTOR - LABORATORY TECHNIQUES (BIOTECHNOLOGY)

Collège LaSalle, Montréal; Montreal West; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal access to employment program

Job summary

Collège LaSalle, Montréal is seeking a lecturer in Laboratory Techniques (Biotechnology) for its Montreal and Laval campuses. You will design course content, deliver engaging lessons, and evaluate students in biotechnology concepts including cell biology, chemistry, and laboratory practices.

The ideal candidate holds a relevant degree and has at least two years of experience in biotechnology. Fluency in French and professional proficiency in English are required.

Qualifications

• Two years of relevant experience in the laboratory or in the biotechnology sector.
• Mastery of instrumental analysis, cell culture, bioprocess and fermentation techniques.
• Have taught a full course in the last five years (asset).

Responsibilities

• Plan class sessions.
• Deliver courses in a dynamic, efficient and structured manner.
• Design formative and summative assessments according to the competency-based approach.
• Correct evaluations and provide feedback to students.
• Offer personalized follow-up and promote academic success.

Skills

Cell biology, genetics and microbiology

General, organic and analytical chemistry

Biochemistry and molecular biology

Instrumental analysis techniques and quality control

Fluency in French

Proficiency in English

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in biotechnology, biochemistry, microbiology, biology, chemistry or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office programs and applications

Generative artificial intelligence (AGI) tools

Job description

Skills

As a lecturer in Laboratory Techniques (Biotechnology), you are responsible for transmitting your knowledge to students, designing course content and evaluating learning. Among the skills and concepts taught are:

• Cell biology, genetics and microbiology
• General, organic and analytical chemistry
• Biochemistry and molecular biology
• Instrumental analysis techniques and quality control
• Cell cultures, bioprocesses and fermentation
• Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), WHMIS and Biosafety
• Mathematical and statistical tools applied to biotechnologies

Status

Contract - Laboratory Techniques (Biotechnology) Programme - 210.AA.

Location

LaSalle College - Montreal Campus and/or Laval Campus.

Responsibilities

• Plan class sessions
• Deliver courses in a dynamic, efficient and structured manner
• Design formative and summative assessments according to the competency‑based approach
• Correct evaluations and provide feedback to students
• Offer personalized follow‑up and promote academic success
• Be available to meet the educational needs of students
• Participate in the continuous improvement of the program and departmental activities

Requirements

• Hold a bachelor's or master's degree in biotechnology, biochemistry, microbiology, biology, chemistry or related field
• Two (2) years of relevant experience in the laboratory or in the biotechnology sector
• Mastery of instrumental analysis, cell culture, bioprocess and fermentation techniques
• Knowledge of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), WHMIS and Biosafety
• Have taught a full course in the last five (5) years (asset)
• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office programs and applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams, etc.) as well as generative artificial intelligence (AGI) tools
• Fluency in the French language (oral and written)
• Proficiency in the English language at a professional level (oral and written)

This role involves frequent interactions with internal and external customers and partners on a national and global scale. Professional proficiency in English is therefore a requirement for this role.

Benefits

LCI Education subscribes to an equal access to employment program and members of the targeted groups, namely women, people with disabilities, Indigenous people, visible minorities and ethnic minorities are encouraged to submit their applications. If you are a person with a disability, you can receive assistance with the screening and selection process upon request.