Technician B - Instrumentation Laboratory

Dated:  April 10, 2015
Expires: April 24, 2015 - 4:30 p.m.        

TECHNICIAN B INSTRUMENTATION LABORATORY 

 
Reporting to the Director of Analytical Testing Services, the incumbent will be responsible for the operations of ICP-MS, ICP-AES, HPLC/UPLC-MS, GC-MS and Microscopes in the Lakehead University Instrumentation Laboratory (LUIL). This position will carry out Organic, Environmental, Geochemical testing and analysis.
 
Duties include:        

• Method development, performing laboratory techniques according to published procedures and releasing results to faculty, students and external clients, disposal of samples and filing of lab results / data.  
• Provide training within the laboratory to graduate and undergraduate students, and technical support / advice within or outside the laboratory.  
• Perform work in laboratory facility environments and willing to work with hazardous materials, following all safety requirements and processes.  
• Assist in training new students (staff, graduate, undergraduate students and post-doctoral fellows) ensuring compliance with quality assurance processes and safety (chemical, biohazard) associated with Laboratory instruments.  
• Review scientific literature and to conduct literature reviews on analytical methods. Design and apply new methods for a range of scientific research, and contribute to the development of laboratory standard operating procedures.  
• Organize, check and analyze complex data files and backups, and complete statistical analysis of the data.  
• Support a workplace that embraces diversity, encourages teamwork and complies with all applicable and regulatory requirements.  

Qualifications:

• MSc degree in Chemistry, Biology or Geo/chemistry or Biochemistry and a minimum of 2 years of experience in a laboratory setting.
• Demonstrated skills in instrument/equipment calibration, troubleshooting, maintenance, and/or repairs is essential.
• Preferences will be given to individuals with experiences working with ICPs, Chromatography and Mass Spectrometry and Microscopy.
• Proficiency with computer programs including MS Office, Excel, Access, Lab instrument operational software is required.
• Knowledge of analytical laboratory accreditation (ISO 17025) would be definite assets.

Interested candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and resume with the names and contact information of three references by April 24th, 2015 to:  
 
Office of Human Resources
University Centre
Room UC-0003
Fax: 807-346-7701
 
Email: human.resources@lakeheadu.ca 
 
Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, members of visible minorities, Aboriginal persons and persons with disabilities.  We appreciate your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be notified.