Laboratory Assistant - Production

Calgary, AB
On-site
Posted Oct 9, 2026
1 position

$49,525 / year

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Employment type: Part-time
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: High school
Apply by: Oct 15, 2026
Posting language: English
Working hours: 38 hours per week

Job summary

The Laboratory Assistant is responsible for processing whole blood, apheresis platelets, and plasma into final blood components. They also perform routine equipment maintenance and ensure accurate documentation of laboratory inventory and environmental conditions.

Job details

Job posting ID: 9302 Employment status: Regular part-timePossible schedule/FTE: 0.80 Position's anticipated start date: 2026-10-26 Number of positions available: 1 Classification: HSAA - CALSalary/Rate of pay: $23.81 Application deadline: 2026-10-14 This external job posting may close earlier than the advertised deadline. We recommend applying as soon as possible. Application requirements: Your up-to-date resume. Job specific cover letter. Do you currently work for Canadian Blood Services? All employees must apply via the internal career page. Together, the work we do connects people and changes lives — including your own. Be part of a dynamic, collaborative and caring organization committed to saving and improving lives. Thousands of patients depend on us every day for reliable access to safe blood, plasma, stem cells and organs and tissues. About the role Canadian Blood Services is looking for a Regular part-time Laboratory Assistant to join our dynamic Production team in AB-Calgary-Operations. The Production team is responsible for supporting Canadian Blood Services by processing whole blood collections to the final products. In this role, you will be working on the frontlines, assisting in the production of blood components that provide life-saving treatments for Canadians.Formula for success Drawing on your knowledge and experience in laboratory functions, you will receive, assess and produce whole blood, apheresis platelets and plasma into requested blood components. Utilizing your attention to detail, you will record temperatures of refrigerators, freezers, incubators, and environmental conditions in the laboratory. Using your excellent organizational skills, you will be involved in the maintenance of appropriate documentation and records related to inventory in compliance with Canadian Blood Services operational procedures and work instructions. Applying your ability to be proactive and ensure excellence, you will perform routine maintenance of equipment and work areas to ensure safety and quality of blood products. Desired education and skills Completion of secondary education and minimum 1 year laboratory work experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. A post secondary background in science is preferred. Technical skills including MS Office, and the ability to learn systems and programs, as required. Must have good oral and written communications skills. Ability to follow instructions precisely, prepare and maintain accurate records, and carry out repetitive tasks. Experience in food processing, pharmaceutical or biologics manufacturing is a strong asset. What we offer you Paid vacation (pro-rated) Payment in lieu of holidays. Comprehensive group health, dental and vision benefits for you and your family. Premiums paid according to the collective agreement. Defined benefit pension plan. Employee discounts, wellness program, professional resources. What you can expect Shifts/hours will vary. You must be flexible to accommodate assigned 8-hour shifts which are based on operational needs. Shifts include days, evenings, overnights, weekends, and statutory holidays. Must be available to work full-time hours (75 hours bi-weekly) during training. Must be able to arrive on-site within 30 minutes of being contacted if observing on-call shifts. If this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply by providing your up-to-date resume. This could be your first step towards a meaningful and inspiring career. Come to work each day knowing that you save lives. We acknowledge that the work of Canadian Blood Services spans many Territories and Treaty areas across the country, and we are grateful for the Traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who have guided us in this important work. We recognize the land and waters that have inspired our work and offer gratitude to those Indigenous peoples on whose territory we work, live and play. Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canada’s population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute. We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those considered for an interview or those invited to participate in an assessment will be contacted. Emails are sent directly from our system, to ensure you receive them please add donotreply@blood.ca and system@successfactors.com to your safe senders list. Applicants who require accommodation should discuss their needs with us.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have completed secondary education and possess at least one year of laboratory work experience. Proficiency in MS Office and the ability to perform repetitive tasks with high precision are required.