Laboratory Technician - 6 Month Contract

Job Function Results oriented to produce high quality defensible analytical data, safely and on time by following applicable Standard OperatingProceduresPerform analyses and complex sample preparation proficientlyGain full knowledge with respect to performing analytical procedures and related quality control techniquesKey Responsibilities - Review LIMS summary reports to plan and organize daily work- Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) when conducting following work: Perform sample preparation and procedure prior to analyses Perform some basic testing procedures Identify any non-routine samples and seek guidance on procedures for handling- Prepare standards and reagents and ensure adequate supplies are available by monitoring quantities- Ensure a high level of accuracy in sample preparation and analysis- Operate and maintain all necessary instruments and equipment to complete tasks (PC / Mac computers, pipettes, thermal cyclers,automated sequencers, liquid handling instruments, etc)- Assess and correct problems with all laboratory operations according to SOP guidelines and ISO 17025 regulation criteria.- Meet quality and TAT specifications required by the client and ensure samples are analyzed within holding time requirements- Identify and document all known sample deviations, non-conformances, and/or process deviations and report to the Supervisor- Employ proper laboratory techniques to minimize risk of mislabeling, sample mix-up and cross contamination between samples andother materials- Provide input to corrective action procedures and report problems and Corrective Actions to the Supervisor- Provide Supervisor/Manager with updates on workstation status including advance notification of any delays- Evaluate and initiate problem solving in all areas of the laboratory- Participate in developing Standard Operating Procedures and general work instructions- Participate in the development / validation of new procedures and instruments, as required- Monitor the laboratory to improve efficiencies and reduce costs in a continuous and ongoing fashion- Support and comply with all Bureau Veritas policies, Quality System and Health & Safety program.- Participate, when requested in lab and Health & Safety meetings- Participate, when requested in internal and external audits- Provide training and guidance to junior staff- Maintain training records and relevant qualifications- Keeps work area clean, neat and organized- All other responsibilities as assignedSkills and Knowledge - Post-Secondary school education or equivalent experience- Demonstrated success in the role of a Laboratory Technician- Sound knowledge of sample handling procedures to ensure continuity and integrity of samples through compliance with laboratoryprocedures and quality assurance protocols- Knowledge of, and experience with laboratory Occupational Health and Safety practices to handle hazardous materials by taking thenecessary precaution- Excellent manual dexterity, record keeping, calculations and problem solving abilities- Flexible to perform varying duties to accommodate changing priorities- Accurately follows Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and instructions- Detail oriented with accurate record keeping skills- Good time-management, communication, multi-tasking and priority setting skills- Strong computer skills- Positive outlook with an ability to work in a fast-paced environment- Adapts to a changing environment- Works both independently and as part of a team- Learns quicklyWorking Conditions - High level of work production in fast-paced lab environment. Can involve the repetition of the same process. Requires patience,tenacity and persistence.- Flexible working hours, overtime and shift work- May involve long periods of standing- Some lifting and carrying (up to 40 lbs)- Hazardous materials are handled using established safety procedures and appropriate equipment

Perform complex sample preparation and analytical testing while adhering to SOPs and ISO 17025 regulations. Maintain laboratory equipment and document all process deviations to ensure high-quality, defensible data.

Requires post-secondary education or equivalent experience with demonstrated success as a Laboratory Technician. Candidates must have strong knowledge of sample handling, occupational health and safety practices, and computer proficiency.

• Time managementPreferred
• Problem solvingPreferred
• CommunicationPreferred

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• Sample Preparation
• LIMS
• SOP Compliance
• ISO 17025
• Quality Control
• Instrument Maintenance
• Hazardous Materials Handling
• Record Keeping
• Time Management
• Problem Solving
• Communication
• Multi-tasking
• Training Records Management
• Pipettes
• Patience
• Safety Procedures
• Shift Work
• Quality Management Systems
• Analytical Procedures
• Automation
• Computer Literacy
• Occupational Safety And Health
• External Auditing
• Standard Operating Procedure
• Internal Auditing
• ISO/IEC 17025
• Laboratory Information Management Systems
• Laboratory Techniques
• Fine Motor Skills
• Microsoft Outlook
• Multitasking
• Operations
• Personal Computers
• Problem Reporting
• Quality Assurance
• Handling Instruments
• Tenacity
• Persistence
• Detail Oriented

• Science & Research
• Healthcare
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Laboratory Technician
• Laboratory Technician (General)
• Medical and Pathology Laboratory Technicians
• Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians
• Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians

Minimum education

College diploma

Minimum experience

2+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week