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Laboratory Assistant - Food Microbiology

University of Guelph -
Guelph, ON

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Job details

Temporary | Full-time
2 days ago

Qualifications

Laboratory experience
Laboratory information management systems
Workplace hazardous materials information systems
ISO/IEC 17025
Quality Control
Organizational skills
Ordering supplies
Communication skills

Full job description

Location:
Guelph, ON, CA, N1G 2W1

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Primary Category Page: Staff and Management
Division: LSD Agriculture and Food Laboratory
Requisition ID: 2877

Department: LSD AFL Analytical Biology Unit
Position covered by the Collective Agreement with USW Local 4120

Temporary full-time from 09/11/2026 to 09/10/2027
Temporary Absence of the Regular Incumbent

If you are a current employee of the University of Guelph you must apply on the internal Career Page in order to be considered as an internal applicant.
Career Opportunities (sapsf.com)

General Purpose

This is an opportunity to work at the Agriculture and Food Laboratory (AFL), which is a laboratory partner of choice for government and universities in Canada, for agriculture, food safety, and animal health testing, and is a leader in providing high-value analytic and diagnostic services to the private sector in selected niche markets. As a values-based organization, with the mission of working together toward a healthier future and improving life, we are searching for a Laboratory Assistant in our Food Microbiology Section, who will work with the lab team to support the Division’s values: Client Centered, Integrity, Individuals Matter, Shared Responsibility, and Committed to Evolving.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Laboratory Assistant will work with time-sensitive samples in a fast–paced, high-volume environment. Primary duties include: preparation of food and environmental samples for microbiological testing and assisting laboratory technicians in detection, isolation, identification and enumeration of food-borne micro-organisms using standard microbiological procedures and advanced state of the art automated systems. The position is also responsible for pH, water and moisture content analyses, enumeration of microbial colonies and entering results in LIMS following established protocols and to appropriate quality standards. Other duties include: assisting with preparation of reagents, culture media, sterilization of materials and quality controls and monitoring, ordering and receiving supplies, preparing purchase orders and cost analysis; assisting in maintaining QA/QC in the work area following ISO 17025 requirements; and maintaining safety, cleanliness and efficiency in the lab.

Requirements

Two-year community college program from a relevant science program combined with up to one-year related laboratory experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Demonstrated experience within an ISO 17025 accredited microbiology lab;
Demonstrated experience in processing various type of samples;
Proven self-motivation to work independently and to set/meet priorities within a client-focused, time-sensitive work environment;
Demonstrated interpersonal and organizational skills;
Excellent oral and written communication skills to effectively work with co-workers within a busy team environment and to resolve conflicting priorities;
Understanding of QA/QC requirements, laboratory safety practices and WHMIS as applied within a microbiology laboratory environment.

Candidates must be physically able to repeatedly conduct the diverse range of motions required for a wide variety of activities and lift up to 30 lbs as needed.

Employee Type: Regular
Position Number: 10485079
Classification: USW, Local 4120 Salary: Band 3
USW Local 4120 Wage Grid

At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution.

Posting Date: 09/02/2026
Closing Date: 09/09/2026

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