Research Support Technician
2 months ago
About Queen's University
Queen's University is a leading research-intensive institution with a commitment to providing a transformative student learning experience. Our diverse employment opportunities span multiple areas, including globally recognized research, faculty administration, engineering and construction, athletics and recreation, power generation, and corporate shared services.
We are dedicated to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcome applications from individuals from equity-seeking groups, including women, racialized/visible minorities, Indigenous/Aboriginal peoples, persons with a disability, and persons who identify in the LGBTQ+ community.
Job Summary
The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering a seamless undergraduate laboratory program, providing solutions to problems, and facilitating continual improvement. Responsibilities include instructing and overseeing undergraduate students and teaching assistants in matters related to safety, operation of laboratory and scientific equipment.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist principal investigators, graduate students, and research associates in the design, purchase, construction, and maintenance of research equipment.
- Provide fundamental and timely resolution to issues encountered by researchers and actively involved in the execution of resolutions.
- Routinely perform hazard risk assessment to mitigate risk due to chemical or hazardous procedures.
- Deliver safety lectures to incoming graduate students and to all personnel as a requirement for their entry to laboratories.
- Exercise vigilance over safety in all areas of the department.
- Prepare to lead in the handling of emergencies.
- Perform the duties of Safety Officer.
Requirements
- Ontario (3-year) diploma in Chemical Engineering Technology or Chemical Technology.
- Several years of practical experience in the field of chemical engineering and/or several years of experience in the chemical process industry.
- Knowledge and skills in instrumental analysis, design, assembly, interface, maintenance, and repair of bench and pilot plant scale equipment.
- Effective skills in troubleshooting, knowledge of the properties of chemicals and chemical mixtures, and knowledge of electrical and electronics in laboratory applications.
- Ability to demonstrate sound judgment in exercising authority as Safety Officer.
- Strong organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills.
Working Conditions
The incumbent must work in areas where toxic, flammable, explosive, carcinogenic chemicals, and bio-hazardous materials are utilized and stored. They must also work with and/or handle all chemicals and bottled gases, maintain delicate and expensive lab equipment, and occasionally work in a machine shop environment and its inherent hazards.
Employment Equity and Accessibility Statement
The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Queen's is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, visible minorities, Aboriginal Peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.
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