Technical Support Officer – Pharmaceutical & Biomedical Science Cluster

People Advantage; Alberta; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Technical Support Officer to support laboratory operations within the Pharmaceutical & Biomedical Science Cluster. The ideal candidate should have a Diploma in Pharmaceutical Science and practical experience with pharmaceutical equipment. Responsibilities include providing technical support for lab events, maintaining equipment, and assisting academic staff. Strong organizational and communication skills are required for this role.

Qualifications

• Up to 1 year of experience as a laboratory technician.
• Practical experience operating pharmaceutical equipment.
• Strong foundational knowledge in pharmaceutical science.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for lab classes, workshops, and events.
• Assist academic staff in supervising students during practical sessions.
• Prepare and maintain laboratory equipment and materials.

Skills

Technical support for lab classes

Organization skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Diploma in Pharmaceutical Science or related field

Tools

Pharmaceutical equipment

Job description

Technical Support Officer – Pharmaceutical & Biomedical Science Cluster

As a Technical Support Officer in the PBS Cluster, you will play a vital role in supporting laboratory operations and ensuring smooth delivery of practical sessions. Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing technical support for lab classes, workshops, and events
• Assisting academic staff in supervising students during practical sessions
• Preparing and maintaining laboratory equipment and materials
• Supporting lecturers with demonstrations and conducting trial runs
• Ensuring laboratories are well-maintained, clean, and operational
• Managing procurement and inventory of chemicals, consumables, and assets
• Performing basic troubleshooting and coordinating with vendors for equipment repairs
• Supporting audits and ensuring compliance with QEHS and WSH standards

What Are We Looking For?

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented individual who is passionate about pharmaceutical science and laboratory work. The ideal candidate will have:

• A Diploma in Pharmaceutical Science or a related field
• Practical experience operating pharmaceutical equipment
• Strong foundational knowledge in pharmaceutical science
• Up to 1 year of experience as a laboratory technician
• A flexible and collaborative working attitude
• Good organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to support various lab-related administrative tasks

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EA Personnel Name: Woon Pei Chyi (Jess)
EA Personnel No: R23119229
EA LicenseNo:11C3955

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