Biology Lab Technician

1 week ago

Calgary, Canada Renert School Full time

Renert School is one of Calgary's leading private schools. We run teaching and research labs at our school, most notably an iGEM (synthetic biology) lab.

We expect the work hours to be 12-6pm daily, 3-4 days a week to start. This may expand over time.
- Design and administer labs to high school students in Biology.
- Mark students' lab reports using provided rubrics.
- Provide feedback to students and answer their questions.
- Oversee inventory and ordering of lab supplies.
- Mark labs and provide feedback to students.
- Review hazards and control risks related to the preparation of the labs and demonstrations
- Label chemicals and solutions in accordance with current approved legislation
- Perform preventative and corrective maintenance, calibration, testing, and repairing of equipment
- Stock shelves, and clean up after labs
- Adhere to safe work practices in the storage and disposal of hazardous wastes within the department
- Work collaboratively with the department team to ensure proper cleaning, maintenance and functioning of science department spaces
- Maintain an inventory of chemicals and equipment and ensure compliance with the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)
- Inform staff of WHMIS compliance initiatives and how to access chemical database
- Submit annual chemical inventory to the designated person responsible for hazardous materials
- Recommend safe work practices to students and assist in the safety training of students
- Respond to emergency situations such as chemical spills

**Qualifications**:

- B.Sc. in Biological Sciences with strong knowledge of Biology (Chemistry knowledge and/or M.Sc. preferred)
- At least 3 years of experience in biology lab work and lab instruction
- Must have current knowledge of the hazards associated with chemicals, and the appropriate disposal of chemical waste
- Familiar with spreadsheets, electronic mail, internet searches, and comfortable with learning new technologies
- Strong problem solving, multitasking, and time management skills
- Love of children and the desire to introduce them to proper lab work
- Strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to relate positively to students, staff, and suppliers

Applicants **must** include a cover letter outlining why they are the right people for the position.

**Job Type**: Part-time

Pay: $20.25-$27.50 per hour

Expected hours: 15 - 20 per week

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2024-09-16

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