Biologist 1

4 days ago


Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada Bureau Veritas Group Full time

Do you believe in the power of teamwork and sharing ideas? Do you take pride in delivering exceptional quality and service with everything you do? Do you seek out ideas for improving the status quo?

If you want to make a difference and love being surrounded by the best and the brightest minds, Bureau Veritas Canada might be the place for you

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If these values resonate with you, Bureau Veritas is looking for a

**Job Title: Biologist 1

Reports to: Laboratory Supervisor/Laboratory Manager

Department: Ecotoxicology Laboratory
Burnaby/Full Time
1-Year Contract
Basic Purpose**
Perform routine toxicity analyses as directed by the Supervisor and/or Laboratory Coordinator

Key Accountability/Responsibilities

  • Support and comply with all Bureau Veritas policies, Quality System and Health & Safety program
  • Adhere to Bureau Veritas Code of Ethics Policy
  • Meet quality and TAT specifications required by the client and ensure samples are analyzed within holding time requirements
  • Employ proper laboratory techniques to minimize risk of mislabeling, sample mix-up and cross contamination between samples and other materials
  • Perform routine toxicity analyses and/or complex and GLP toxicity analyses in strict compliance to the requirements of the Standard Operating Procedures
  • Responsible to maintain cultures of bioassay organisms such as, rainbow trout, Daphnia magna, Ceriodaphnia dubia, and various algae
  • Keep accurate records of all work, i.e., calibration and maintenance of instruments, water quality measurements, culture mortality and reproduction and test results
  • Enter and verify data and complete toxicity test reports
  • Maintain up-to-date training records and relevant qualifications
  • Participate in external & internal method audits and maintains a high level of theoretical & practical expertise
  • Write and update Standard Operating Procedures (Test Methods) and Work Instructions for bioassays
  • Develop, conduct, and validate toxicity methods for projects involving environmental and industrial projects
  • Other duties as assigned

Skills And Knowledge

  • A University Degree or a College Diploma in Sciences, preferably biology, ecotoxicology or related field with special emphasis in the discipline of toxicity
  • Two (2) years related ecotoxicology or biology laboratory experience is an asset
  • Ability to keep accurate records in order to comply within GLP standards
  • Self-directed and proven ability to organize, execute plans and objectives

Working Conditions

  • High level of work production in fast paced lab environment
  • The job requires flexible working hours, weekends, overtime and shift work
  • May involve long periods of standing
  • Hazardous materials are handled using established safety procedures and appropriate PPE

Bureau Veritas is proud to be committed to providing fair and competitive pay.

The salary range for this role is $ $26.90 an hour.

Pay within this range varies by work location and may also depend on job-related knowledge, skills,  experience, and market location.


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