Applications are invited for the regular position of ¬part-time Lab Technologist in the School of Environment & Horticulture. The starting salary is $27.96/hr for an 18-hour work week. Additional hours may be required at peak times during the year such as start or end of term. The position is located at the Daniel J. Patterson Campus.
Reporting to the Associate Dean, School of Environment & Horticulture, the successful candidate is responsible for the setup and take-down of academic lab settings in the School of Environment and Horticulture. The Lab Technologist plays a key role in the coordination, scheduling, and maintenance of the various technical components of the lab. The incumbent provides support and guidance to faculty and students for labs, field work, and projects.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Aid in the delivery of practical courses by monitoring for safe practices and equipment use
Set out all lab and safety equipment and supplies
Prepare required standards, solutions, and reagents
Calibrate, maintain, and repair equipment
Assist with lab clean-up and glassware washing
Assist in the maintenance of the comprehensive inventory for all supplies and equipment
Train, coordinate, and support student employees in lab-related duties; update duty checklists
Prepare media for and maintain microbiological and plant tissue culture stocks
Follow, update, and create Standard Operating Procedures
Manage Health & Safety requirements for lab chemicals, hazardous materials, etc., per applicable regulatory requirements
Provide feedback to faculty on labs for continual improvement
Perform equipment or process demos for staff and students
Assist professors on research projects that involve laboratory use and monitoring
Qualifications:
Two (2) year diploma in Environmental Technician/Technologist, Earth Sciences, Environmental Sciences, or similar field of study
Minimum of one (1) year practical experience in an environmental lab/field setting
Experience operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining specialized equipment such as an ion chromatograph, an atomic absorption spectrometer, microscopes, water quality equipment, etc.
Demonstrated proficiency in leading, guiding, and/ or coaching
The ability to analyze situations, identify hazards, and develop safe solutions as they arise
Capability to follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and maintain accurate records
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Superb communication and collaboration skills
This position is open to internal employees only. Internal employees are those classified as regular part-time within the Part-Time Support Staff bargaining unit.
Niagara College is a place-based organization, and all positions are primarily based on campus. On-campus work allows for close collaboration and a strong team culture. While most work will be done in the office, we offer the flexibility for some remote work, as the job allows.
Niagara College is strongly committed to diversity and inclusion within its community. We offer an inclusive work environment and welcome applications from all qualified individuals who believe they can contribute to further enhancing campus diversity and equity efforts. If requested, accommodations will be made to support applicants with disabilities during the recruitment and selection process.
Note: Credentials obtained outside of Canada require an evaluation to determine the Canadian educational equivalence. This evaluation must support the educational requirements for the position as a condition of employment. For further information, visit: World Education Services http://www.wes.org/ca/.
While we thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted
