Laboratory Assistant

Calgary, AB
On-site
Posted Oct 4, 2026
1 position

$20 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: High school
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Laboratory Assistant is responsible for receiving, logging, and preparing environmental samples while maintaining laboratory equipment and data integrity. They act as a liaison between clients and laboratory staff to ensure timely reporting and professional service.

Job details

Job Details: Job Location: Calgary - Calgary, AB, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $20.00 - $20.00Hourly, EMSL is seeking a Laboratory Assistant in Calgary, AB. This is a support position for the laboratory manager and the analysts. It will oversee preparing, shipping, receiving, distributing, and logging in of samples. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Receive environmental samples and enter Chain of Custody into LIMS system Review paperwork for all incoming samples to ensure completeness and correctness Quality control of samples to ensure sample integrity Transfer samples based on priority to appropriate custody locations Coordinate and perform sample-related activities, including shipping and receiving, processing and administration Generate reports, invoices, and enter data produced by analysts into the computer system for the production of the final, client ready report Ensure the final report is prepared and that the results are reported to the client in a timely manner Assist with internal and external client questions via phone, e-mail, and in person Act as a liaison between clients and laboratory staff Prepare environmental samples prior to analysis Support all sample-related activities, including preservation, preparation, and disposal Clean, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment as needed Other responsibilities as deemed necessary by the manager Qualifications: Requirements: High school diploma or GED equivalent Authorization to work in Canada indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship Some laboratory experience either in academic or commercial setting is a plus Experience in administration, data entry, and customer service Proficient in MS Office Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with clientele Ability to work in a high volume environment Ability to stand and sit for various lengths of time Ability to lift up to 25lbs. Effective time management, organizational skills, and ability to multi- task and prioritize with minimal assistance Available Shift: Position is full-time Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Training shift to start will be Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Calgary, AB are encouraged to apply. EMSL Canada offers supplemental benefits and paid time off. The pay rate for this position is $20.00 per hour. To find out more about EMSL Canada please visit our website at: www.emslcanada.ca/ EMSL Canada is an equal opportunity employer

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent and the legal authorization to work in Canada. Proficiency in MS Office, strong organizational skills, and the ability to perform physical tasks like lifting up to 25lbs are required.