Laboratory Technician, Centre for Healthy Ecosystems and Environmentally, Competition # SCHII-22-22, Thunder Bay ON

Laboratory Technician

Centre for Healthy Ecosystems and Environmentally

Conscious Economic Development

Full-time, Contract (1 year with possibility of renewal)

Schedule II

Competition # SCHII-22-22

Reporting to the Director of the Centre for Environmental Stewardship, the incumbent will be responsible for the operations of ICP-OES, MeHg, TOC/TN, continuous flow analysis, and portable XRF in the Lakehead University Environmental Laboratory (LUEL) and 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 and partners, disposal of samples and filing of lab results / data.

• Preparation of samples for analysis following standard operating procedures and established methods

• Ensure proper maintenance and usage of analytical equipment

• Implementing a quality system in daily operations

• 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 when required.

• Purchasing and invoicing as required

•Support a workplace that embraces diversity, encourages teamwork and complies with all applicable and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications:

•Diploma and a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a laboratory setting, preferably one that is accredited.

•Demonstrated skills in instrument/equipment calibration, troubleshooting, maintenance, and/or repairs is essential.

•Preferences will be given to individuals with experiences working with ICPs, MeHg, TOC/TNs, continuous flow analysis, portable XRF.

•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 applicants are invited to submit a single pdf document quoting competition # SCHII-22-22, that includes a cover letter, resume, and the contact information of three work related references by 4:30 p.m. on June 15, 2022 to:

Office of Human Resources

University Centre

Room UC-0003

Fax: 807-346-7701

Email:  careers@lakeheadu.ca

We appreciate your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be notified.

Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, racialized persons, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities and other equity-seeking groups. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.  This is in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements.

Lakehead University is committed to supporting an accessible environment. Applicants requiring accommodation during the interview process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (807) 343.8334 or human.resources@lakeheadu.ca to make appropriate arrangements.