Laboratory Analyst (Asbestos)

Job DetailsJob Location: Mississauga, ON L4T 1G3Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $21.00 HourlyEMSL is seeking a Laboratory Analyst (Asbestos) in Toronto, ON. No laboratory experience is required, just a desire to learn technical skills and become proficient in common laboratory practices and procedures. On-the-job training will be provided for all new employees. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Preparation and analysis of bulk and solid materials for asbestos content using PLM (Polarized Light Microscopy), PCM (Phase Contrast Microscopy), and/or TEM (Transmission Electron Microscopy), and all ancillary quality control procedures Determination of visual percentage and optical properties of asbestos and non-asbestos material Clean, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment as needed Generate analytical reports and enter data into LIMS system Perform quality control practices per company Quality Assurance/Quality Control manual Administrative duties including sample login and data entry, scanning and emailing reports and answering phones Other responsibilities as deemed necessary by the manager QualificationsRequirements: Bachelor’s Degree in Geology or related science is a plus Authorization to work in Canada indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship Light microscopy, optical mineralogy/petrographic microscope training preferred Some Laboratory experience either in academic or commercial setting 0 to 1 years’ experience performing asbestos PLM/TEM/PCM analysis Ability to distinguish colors in order to perform analysis Ability to work independently and as a part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability and a positive attitude Effective time management, organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task and prioritize with minimal assistance Available Shift: Position is full time, Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Toronto, ON are encouraged to apply EMSL Canada offers supplemental benefits and paid time off. The pay rate for this position is $21.00 per hour. EMSL does not utilize AI tools in any way in its hiring process. To find out more about EMSL Canada please visit our website at: www.emslcanada.ca/ EMSL Canada is an equal opportunity employer

The Laboratory Analyst will prepare and analyze bulk and solid materials for asbestos content using various microscopy techniques. They are also responsible for maintaining laboratory equipment, generating analytical reports, and performing quality control procedures.

Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in geology or a related science, though it is not strictly required. Applicants must be authorized to work in Canada and possess the ability to distinguish colors for analytical purposes.

• Supplemental benefits • Paid time off

• Time managementPreferred
• Data entryPreferred

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• Laboratory analysis
• Polarized light microscopy
• Phase contrast microscopy
• Transmission electron microscopy
• Optical mineralogy
• Data entry
• Quality control
• Sample login
• Time management
• Organizational skills
• Multi-tasking
• Troubleshooting
• Reporting
• Laboratory Experience
• Light Microscopes
• Laboratory Equipment
• Organizational Skills
• Time Off Management
• Positivity
• Willingness To Learn
• Mineralogy
• Administrative Functions
• Self-Motivation
• Adaptability
• Microscopy
• Ability To Distinguish Colors
• Data Entry
• Geology
• Multitasking
• Quality Assurance
• Time Management
• Transmission Electron Microscopy
• Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
• Quality Control

• Science & Research
• Manufacturing
• Administrative
• Asbestos Supervisor
• Laboratory Analyst
• Medical and Pathology Laboratory Technicians
• Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians
• Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

0+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week