Aquatic Research Technician I - Aquatic Toxicology Focus
This is an entry-level position perfect for a recent university/college graduate or early career professional looking to gain incredible hands-on work experience within a globally recognized fast-paced aquatic toxicology setting
The Huntsman Marine Science Centre Aquatic Biosciences department is recruiting to fill an Aquatic Research Technician I position focused on Aquatic Toxicology in support of numerous research projects across a range of contaminants, species, life stages and exposure methods. We are looking for highly motivated, dynamic individuals who work well confidently both individually and within a team of technicians and research scientists to conduct a diverse set of confidential research contracts for commercial, government and university sponsors.
A limited number of single occupancy affordable shared housing units may be available for short-term occupancy on a first come-first serve basis within Huntsman Marine apartments located on our Upper Campus.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide full In Life Phase support for ongoing aquatic toxicology studies, including trial preparation, conducting exposures, ongoing husbandry and data collection, and quality checks with entry of collected data.
- Assist to develop methods and design of experimental set-ups, involving troubleshooting and prototype testing.
- Comprehend, assimilate and adhere to regulatory requirements, laboratory Standard Operating Procedures, study protocols and other instructions.
- Participate in preparing Standard Operating Procedures related to project activities.
- Other duties involve preparation of analytical standards, reagents, and/or solutions; preparing appropriate glassware; maintaining thorough documentation; work with diverse analytical instrumentation.
- Reliably work independently as well as within a team of study participants having diverse talents and personalities.
- Cross training in other department disciplines as needed to meet project and business demands.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment, while being detail-oriented and efficient.
- Relevant Bachelor degree or technical diploma or equivalent experience.
- Proficiency in computer use including spreadsheets, word processing and internet is expected.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Aquatic toxicology related experience is an asset.
- Experience with analytical instrumentation, such as spectroscopy, fluorometry and qPCR, is an asset.
- Physical ability to perform assigned duties that may require work with toxic, volatile, and corrosive chemicals or carcinogenic substances; and/or be required to work in adverse environmental conditions; and/or carry or lift heavy materials.
- GLP experience is a plus.
- Valid driver's licence - class 5.
- Positions are expected to involve weekend and holiday work, answering emergency calls and shift work might be necessary and as part of a staff rotation. Travel may also be required to support field sample collection and field trials.
- Pay/benefit package for a full time position.
