Microbiological - Analyst

Microbiological Analyst

Looking for an experienced Microbiological Analyst to join Caduceon Environmental Laboratories Kingston location in our Microbiological Department.

As an Analyst in our Microbiology Department your main responsibilities are:
The determination of Total Coliform, E. Coli, Fecal Coliform, Heterotrophic Plate Count and Background Bacteria in a variety of environmental matrices including Raw and Treated Drinking Waters, Groundwaters, Surface Waters, Waste Waters, Liquid Sludges & Biosolids

Accepting and Logging In of samples into our Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)

The Preparation of the appropriate Media(s) required for the multiple forms of Bacteria listed above.

Daily QA/QC Checks of Incubators, Refrigerators and Balances

Disposal/Sterilization of expired samples, media etc.

Reporting of Adverse Drinking Water Quality Results falling under the Safe Drinking Water Act of Ontario to the appropriate authorities.

You will be exposed to all QA/QC protocols required for a fully accredited lab under ISO Guide 17025.

The Job would be a full time, permanent position in our Microbiology Department. Hours of work are relatively flexible but are typically sometime between 8:00 am to 6:00 pm Monday to Friday. Weekend Shifts may be required from time to time.

Basic knowledge of the safe handling and preparation of media and the safe use of autoclaves is an asset.

Our Microbiology Lab has a Risk Group 2 Pathogen and Toxin Licence from the Public Health Agency of Canada.

Hourly wage: $18.00 - $ 20.00 per hour.

Caduceon Environmental Labs is located at 2378 Holly Lane, Ottawa, ON. K1V 7P1.

Work remotely
- No

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $18.00-$20.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

Application question(s):

- Please provide any previous Microbiological Laboratory Experience as well as any supervisory experience on your resume. Must be eligible to work in Canada and start as soon as possible.

Work Location: In person