laboratory technician, chemical

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Bachelor's degree
• or equivalent experience

Experience

Experience an asset

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Research institute, laboratory or centre

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Maintain laboratory equipment
• Operate laboratory apparatus
• Set up chemical experiments, tests and analyses
• Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• MS Office
• Assist in design and fabrication of experimental apparatus
• Prepare solution of gas or liquid, reagents, and sample formulations
• Assist in analysis of data and preparation of reports
• Analyze data and prepare reports
• Conduct field research and surveys to collect data and samples
• Assist in conducting field research and surveys to collect data and samples
• Conduct environmental monitoring and compliance activities for the protection of wildlife and other natural resources
• Set up and conduct microbiological tests and laboratory analyses
• Set up and conduct biological tests and laboratory analyses
• Set up and conduct biochemical tests and laboratory analyses
• Proceed with biochemical tests and laboratory analyses
• Conduct microbiological, biochemical tests and laboratory analyses
• Assist in conducting biological tests and laboratory analyses

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Repetitive tasks
• Attention to detail
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Judgement
• Organized
• Versatility
• Proactive
• Flexibility
• Excellent oral communication