Laboratory Support Assistant

York University


Date: 3 weeks ago
City: Markham, ON
Salary: CA$24.22 per hour
Contract type: Full time

Purpose:
The Laboratory Support Assistant provides administrative and operational support to Chemistry, Biology, and Physics laboratories under the direction of Director, Lab Operations.

Education:
Completion of college diploma in a laboratory technician program or related field.

Experience:
Minimum of 6-month experience with standard molecular biology techniques such as PCR, gel electrophoresis, and nucleic acid and protein purification.Familiarity with first year lab courses in Chemistry, Biology, Physics and the equipment used therein. Must be able to run through first year lab experiments when provided with detailed instructions.

Skills:
Ability to demonstrate organizational skills to carry out a variety of tasks.
Ability to demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to deal courteously and effectively with others.
Completion of WHMIS Level II Safety Training.
Ability to understand and demonstrate instructions, policies and procedures.
Intermediate computer skills (Microsoft Word and Excel).

Additional Notes:
Ability to lift items up to 45lbs

The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including, but not limited to women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities (racialized), Indigenous Peoples and persons of any gender identity and sexual orientation. York University is committed to a positive, supportive and inclusive environment.

York University offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes. If you are contacted by York University regarding a job opportunity or testing, please advise if you require accommodation.

We are committed to enhancing our environmentally and socially responsible practices for the benefit of all members of the York community. Our long term perspective recognizes our responsibility to be innovators and to continually work as a community to reduce our ecological impact.

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PLEASE NOTE: This job posting is for an existing vacancy. Applications must be received by 11:55 pm EST on the posted deadline date, if applicable. Posting deadlines can be updated, or modified, at any time based on hiring needs. Please refer to the York U Career Portal when confirming posting deadlines.

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