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Primary Purpose: To provide support to diagnostic, teaching and research laboratories in the Western College of Veterinary Medicine

Nature of Work: Reporting to the Department Head, Department of Veterinary Microbiology, and supervised by the Clerical Assistant, Glassware and Media Preparation, this position is expected to complete both glassware preparation and media preparation in the GMP laboratory. This position is expected to solve basic problems within known methods and practices. Work is in a cooperative environment. The work requires moderate to heavy lifting with long periods of standing. Frequent exposure to high noise levels, unpleasant odors, and above average temperatures.

Typical Duties or Accountabilities: Will include decontaminating, washing, preparing and sterilizing laboratory glassware and other laboratory equipment; package and sterilize general laboratory supplies; rotate and restock shelved items. Assist with the instruction and supervision of summer students; assist with training of personnel; disposing of biological waste; glassware; maintain records of equipment maintenance; assisting with the preparation of biological media for the diagnostic, teaching and research laboratories; daily data entry; assist with annual inventory; other duties as assigned.

Education: Post-secondary education in a scientific field or equivalent experience.

Experience: Relevant laboratory experience, preferably in a University setting.

Skills: Ability to maintain attention to detail in all tasks; demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; demonstrated ability to safely operate general lab equipment, prepare reagents and follow laboratory protocols; physical ability to perform heavy labour; ability to perform tasks under general supervision, and function both independently and as part of a team; ability to assess situations and set priorities to meet actively fluctuating needs; ability to analyze new situations and apply existing standards and procedures appropriately; ability to adapt to the stress of a fast paced environment with frequent deadlines and fluctuating workloads; knowledge of Microsoft Office, spreadsheets and databases.

Inquiries regarding this position can be directed to Mitch Hesson-Berger at 306-966-7227.

Department: Vet Microbiology
Status: Term 12 months with the possibility of extension or becoming permanent
Employment Group: CUPE 1975
Shift: 8:00-4:30 Monday to Friday
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0
Salary: The salary range, based on 1.0 FTE, is $20.38 - 23.75 per hour. The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
Salary Family (if applicable): Applied Scientific Services
Salary Phase/Band: Phase 2
Posted Date: 6/25/2025
Closing Date: 7/16/2025 at 6:00 pm CST
Number of Openings: 1
Work Location: On Campus