This competition is open to all applicants however; internal candidates and applicants who were former employees of the University of Alberta will be given priority consideration before external candidates. Please log in to verify your internal candidate status.
This position has an end date of April 30, 2027.
Location - This role is in-person. Work primarily takes place at Augustana Campus, Camrose.
The Department of Science at the Augustana Campus of the University of Alberta invites applications for a part-time biology technician assistant position. The biology technician assistant works with the biology technician, laboratory coordinator, course instructors and lab director to prepare materials for a variety of undergraduate biology and environmental science lab courses as assigned by the Chair of Science.
Located in Camrose on Treaty 6 territory, Augustana Campus offers a unique learning experience rooted in the liberal arts and embedded in rural Alberta. Home to approximately 900 students, the campus offers undergraduate and graduate programs through the Augustana Faculty and the Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine. Augustana provides close-knit, supportive learning environments with extensive opportunities for student engagement in athletics, clubs, and campus life—delivering a small-campus experience with a world-class degree.
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Coordinate with the biology technician to support the day-to-day operation of undergraduate biology and environmental science labs, including preparation of all materials (i.e., reagents, cultures, media, specimens, etc.) needed for the labs which the Supervisor has designated as this technician’s responsibility.
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Set up and take down experiments for the labs.
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Assist in the maintenance of laboratory supplies and inventory, placing orders and verifying receipt of all biology and environmental science materials.
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Responsible for the operation and maintenance of biology/environmental science lab equipment.
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Coordinate with the biology technician to oversee biology/environmental lab expenditures, and make recommendations for items in the Departmental budget.
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Assist in the monitoring of all chemical and biological safety issues in the labs, including maintenance of Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for all chemicals, biosafety records, annual inspections, etc.
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Provide feedback to departmental administrators regarding scheduling of labs.
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Provide technical support to professors, lab instructors, and students.
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Post-secondary education with a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or discipline.
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1 year experience in performing standard and molecular biology lab activities is preferred.
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Experience with level 2 biological hazards and safe handling procedures is preferred.
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This position is subject to all applicable terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the Governors of the University of Alberta and the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).
The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all FirstPeoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.
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The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.
L’Université de l’Alberta s’engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes de toute orientation sexuelle ou identité et expression de genre; et toutes les personnes qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler.
