Research Scientist - BioTechnology & BioEnergy (APPD)

Lambton College; Sarnia; On-site; CAD 43,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A community college in Ontario is seeking a Research Scientist for a temporary position focused on BioTechnology and BioEnergy projects. The role includes leading collaborative research initiatives, managing experiments, and supervising lab personnel. Applicants should possess a minimum of a 4-Year Degree in Biochemistry or a related field, along with substantial experience in grant writing and fermentation systems. This is a full-time position offering competitive compensation at $43.61/hour for 35 hours a week.

Benefits

Competitive total compensation packages

Defined benefit pension plan

Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Qualifications

• Minimum 4-Year Degree in Biochemistry or a related BioTech/BioEnergy field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in grant proposals, fermentation systems, and research projects.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and evaluation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead research projects and design experiments.
• Conduct data analysis and prepare reports.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Supervise technicians and provide training.

Skills

Proposals and grant applications

Fermentation systems

Downstream processing

Laboratory analytical instruments

Problem-solving skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

4-Year Degree in Biochemistry or related field

Job description

Research Scientist – BioTechnology & BioEnergy (APPD)

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Lambton College is always proud to acknowledge that it is located on the beautiful homeland that is the traditional territory of the Ojibwe, Potawatomi and Odawa Nations. As the second‑oldest college in the Ontario publicly assisted system, we have served our learners and communities for nearly 60 years, and with ALL IN: The 2025‑2029 Lambton College Strategic Plan, we are charting a strong and steady course towards the next 60. We are providing our students with the best learning and research experiences to ensure they are well‑equipped to contribute to, and thrive in, a world of opportunity. We are fostering a vibrant culture of community, collegiality, and professional growth for our people to ensure we are the best at being better. And we are continuing to form academic, research, and community partnerships that create value for our local and global community and elevate student and client impacts at local, national, and international scales. At Lambton College, we know where we’re going. Just as importantly, we know the way we’re going to get there. We call it the Lambton Way, and we welcome applications from those who are interested in being part of it. ALL IN: The 2025‑2029 Lambton College Strategic Plan.

About The Position

This position is an Appendix D (temporary) position for a period of 18 months starting January 2026. This position is a unionized position within the full‑time support staff bargaining unit. The pay for this position is $43.61/hour for 35 hours per week.

Reporting to the Bio‑industrial Process Research Manager and working closely with researchers, the candidate is responsible as the primary investigator on research projects focused on Energy and Biotech related experimentation in collaboration with research technicians, research students, industry partners and Research and Innovation Office staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead collaborative research projects, design experiments, maintain sophisticated research equipment and conduct contract research testing.
• Conduct research activities including literature review, data analysis, and experimentation; prepare technical reports and presentations for research partners.
• Work with researchers to design and develop work plans and coordinate timelines for project completion.
• Maintain equipment and instrumentation: scheduling regular maintenance, keeping usage logs, ordering consumables and auxiliary equipment (including PPE).
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, College policies, WHMIS, and chemical storage and handling processes.
• Supervise research technicians and students, providing training on lab safety, fermentation, and analytical techniques.
• Assist with procurement, budgeting, and project management within cost and time constraints.
• Support applied research outreach and promotional activities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4‑Year Degree in Biochemistry or a related BioTech/BioEnergy field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience with proposal and grant applications, fermentation systems, downstream processing, and leading academic/industry research projects.
• Experience with laboratory analytical instruments and familiar with laboratory experiments and procedures.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office and a commitment to overall health and safety.
• Well‑developed analytical, problem‑solving, and evaluation skills.

Inclusive Hiring

Lambton College is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier‑free selection process. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous peoples, racialized people, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.

Employee Perks

Competitive total compensation packages, wages, benefits, and a defined benefit pension plan. Opportunities for personal and professional growth, wellness initiatives, and a supportive culture.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Other

Industry

Higher Education