Tech Staff Ii, Medical Laboratory Science

BCIT’s **School of Health Sciences** **Medical Laboratory Science Department** is seeking a** temporary part-time (0.3**FTE**) Technical Staff II** to provide technical services related to the preparation of student laboratories.

**Duties & Responsibilities**

**DUTIES**AND

**RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Maintain Glassware Supplies for Classrooms/Labs:

- Wash glassware thoroughly and ensure cleanliness
- Monitor inventory levels and replenish supplies as needed
- Prepare, Maintain, and Clean Routine Laboratory Equipment:

- Ensure routine equipment used in the laboratory is properly prepared, maintained and cleaned
- Transport equipment to labs/classrooms as required and ensure timely return
- Handle Bio-hazardous Material and Chemical Waste Disposal:

- Safely manage bio-hazardous materials and arrange for proper disposal of chemical waste
- Attend Department Meetings:

- Participate in department meetings to discuss laboratory-related matters and provide input

**Other Related Duties as Directed**:

- Maintain the program’s lab coat/gown inventory and coordinate laundry services
- Create and manage electronic records for chemical and reagent inventory
- Support program projects, initiatives, and other assigned duties
- Perform duties to assist in the preparation for instructional processes as directed by the program
- Set up and aliquot standard solutions as required for various lab procedures
- Assist in the preparation of audio-visual materials and equipment
- Provide guidance to students in the use of laboratory equipment

**Qualifications**

**QUALIFICATIONS**:

- Two (2) years’ experience as a Laboratory Assistant, industrial, clinical, field, or related experience, plus one additional year of appropriate post-secondary education;
- Diploma of Technology or equivalent.
- Communicates and Collaborates effectively - Excellent communication skills; Ability to collaborate respectfully and effectively with colleagues and students in a laboratory environment; Utilizes communication technology appropriately and effectively for work-related tasks
- Takes Initiative and Works Independently - Self-motivated with a proactive approach to independently managing tasks and responsibilities; Able to adapt to varying situations and demands
- Practices Effective Time Management - Organizes daily, weekly and monthly workflows; Adaptable to changes in workflow and prioritizes activities to meet deadlines effectively
- Has Strong Problem-Solving Skills - Exhibits strong problem-solving abilities and troubleshoots issues effectively as they arise
- Shows a Desire and Willingness to Learn - Demonstrates a strong desire and willingness to learn, adapt, and be flexible in tasks and responsibilities

**Additional Information**

**Benefits - Why you’d love working with us**
- Competitive pay
- Minimum of twenty-five days of vacation (or more, depending on your **position**)
- Competitive employer-paid extended health and dental plan - take a look at our **benefit plans**
- Defined benefit **pension** plan with employer contributions
- **Professional Development** funds and resources
- Access to most BCIT Flexible Learning **courses** free of charge
- **Wellness** and Employee Assistance programs
- Complimentary membership with free access to the Fitness Centre, Gymnasium, and **_more_**
- The British Columbia Institute of Technology acknowledges that our campuses are located on the unceded traditional territories of the Coast Salish Nations of xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səl̓ilwətaɁɬ (Tsleil-Waututh)._

**Salary Range**
- Salary Range: $58,460 - $72,424 per annum.

**Additional Salary Information**
- Salary prorated based on percentage and term of appointment. Salary based on education, experience and placement criteria as outlined in the Collective Agreement.

Position Details

**Posting Category**
- Faculty

**Department 2**
- Laboratory & Allied Health

**Campus Location**
- Burnaby campus

**Bargaining Unit**
- BCIT Faculty and Staff Association (FSA)

**Job Status**
- Temporary

**Full-Time/Part-Time**
- Part-Time

**Number of Vacancies**
- 1

**Anticipated Start Date**
- 02/24/2025

**Anticipated End Date**
- 06/06/2025

Competition Information

**Competition Number**
- 25FSA592

**Competition Open Date**
- 02/22/2025

**Competition Close Date**
- 03/01/2025

**Open Until Filled?