Technician - Chemistry and Biology
About the role
Department: Chemistry and Biology
Position supervisor: Shawn McFadden
Contract length: Up to 3 months
Hours of work per week: 36.25
Position type: OPSEU Short-Term Temporary (STT)
Rate of pay: $38.81 per hour
About Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University)
At the intersection of mind and action, Toronto Metropolitan University is on a transformative path to become Canada’s leading comprehensive innovation university. Integral to this path is the placement of equity, diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our institutional culture. Our current academic plan outlines each as core values and we work to embed them in all that we do.
Toronto Metropolitan University welcomes those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion and will assist us to expand our capacity for diversity in the broadest sense. In addition, to correct the conditions of disadvantage in employment in Canada, we encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
As an employer, we are working towards a people first culture and are proud to have been selected as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and a Greater Toronto’s Top Employer for 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018.
About the program/department/team
The Department of Chemistry and Biology offers a diverse range of courses with three programs, Biology, Biomedical Science, and Chemistry. We also offer service courses to a number of other programs. The technical support team ensures that the laboratory sessions for the undergraduate students operate efficiently and safely. Our goal is to ensure an excellent experience for our students. We also support researchers with some of their technical needs.
The opportunity
The Technician position supports the Technical Specialists and Technologists in the deployment of the laboratories. This includes setting up and taking down experiments, preparing solutions and media, complex culturing, as well as cleaning. In this role, you may be required to work evenings, and would act as a resource to the Academic Assistants in the event a problem arises in the labs. The successful candidate would also assist with coordinating the work of the Laboratory Assistants in consultation with the Technical Manager.
Qualifications
- Completion of a post-secondary diploma in a scientific field or field relevant to the academic faculty/department. A Bachelor or Master of Science in Biology (or similar discipline) preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years in testing, operating and maintaining the types of equipment and materials relevant to the science lab.
- Experience assisting students and/or faculty during lab experiments and research.
- Must have adequate knowledge of lab technology in order to provide technical support and expertise to students and faculty.
- Working knowledge of WHIMIS and the Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario.
How to apply
Please apply to Shawn McFadden, Technical Manager, at smcfadde@torontomu.ca.
(Cover letter and resume MUST be emailed as a single PDF with only your first and last name as the file name. Applications that do not comply will not be considered.)
Toronto Metropolitan University’s commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
- We encourage all First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples or Indigenous peoples of North America, to self-identify in their applications. If you are an Indigenous applicant and require support during the recruitment process, please reach out to James McKay, Indigenous HR Lead at james13@torontomu.ca.
- Toronto Metropolitan University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and aims to ensure that independence, dignity, integration and equality of opportunity are embedded in all aspects of the university culture.
- We will provide an accessible experience for applicants, students, employees, and members of the Toronto Metropolitan University community. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the recruitment process. If you have restrictions that need to be accommodated to fully participate in any phase of the recruitment process, please reach out to to Human Resources:
- Current employees can contact HR by logging into AskHR to submit a request.
- External candidates who do not have TMU login credentials can contact HR by visiting torontomu.ca/human-resources/askhr/.
- All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
About Toronto Metropolitan University
Toronto Metropolitan University is located in the heart of Canada's largest city. Its distinctly urban campus features a culture that's innovative and entrepreneurial, a community that's welcoming and inclusive, and a learning environment that's incredibly creative. Our mission is to serve societal need and engage communities both locally and across the globe.
Technician - Chemistry and Biology
About the role
Department: Chemistry and Biology
Position supervisor: Shawn McFadden
Contract length: Up to 3 months
Hours of work per week: 36.25
Position type: OPSEU Short-Term Temporary (STT)
Rate of pay: $38.81 per hour
About Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University)
At the intersection of mind and action, Toronto Metropolitan University is on a transformative path to become Canada’s leading comprehensive innovation university. Integral to this path is the placement of equity, diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our institutional culture. Our current academic plan outlines each as core values and we work to embed them in all that we do.
Toronto Metropolitan University welcomes those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion and will assist us to expand our capacity for diversity in the broadest sense. In addition, to correct the conditions of disadvantage in employment in Canada, we encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
As an employer, we are working towards a people first culture and are proud to have been selected as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and a Greater Toronto’s Top Employer for 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018.
About the program/department/team
The Department of Chemistry and Biology offers a diverse range of courses with three programs, Biology, Biomedical Science, and Chemistry. We also offer service courses to a number of other programs. The technical support team ensures that the laboratory sessions for the undergraduate students operate efficiently and safely. Our goal is to ensure an excellent experience for our students. We also support researchers with some of their technical needs.
The opportunity
The Technician position supports the Technical Specialists and Technologists in the deployment of the laboratories. This includes setting up and taking down experiments, preparing solutions and media, complex culturing, as well as cleaning. In this role, you may be required to work evenings, and would act as a resource to the Academic Assistants in the event a problem arises in the labs. The successful candidate would also assist with coordinating the work of the Laboratory Assistants in consultation with the Technical Manager.
Qualifications
- Completion of a post-secondary diploma in a scientific field or field relevant to the academic faculty/department. A Bachelor or Master of Science in Biology (or similar discipline) preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years in testing, operating and maintaining the types of equipment and materials relevant to the science lab.
- Experience assisting students and/or faculty during lab experiments and research.
- Must have adequate knowledge of lab technology in order to provide technical support and expertise to students and faculty.
- Working knowledge of WHIMIS and the Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario.
How to apply
Please apply to Shawn McFadden, Technical Manager, at smcfadde@torontomu.ca.
(Cover letter and resume MUST be emailed as a single PDF with only your first and last name as the file name. Applications that do not comply will not be considered.)
Toronto Metropolitan University’s commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
- We encourage all First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples or Indigenous peoples of North America, to self-identify in their applications. If you are an Indigenous applicant and require support during the recruitment process, please reach out to James McKay, Indigenous HR Lead at james13@torontomu.ca.
- Toronto Metropolitan University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and aims to ensure that independence, dignity, integration and equality of opportunity are embedded in all aspects of the university culture.
- We will provide an accessible experience for applicants, students, employees, and members of the Toronto Metropolitan University community. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the recruitment process. If you have restrictions that need to be accommodated to fully participate in any phase of the recruitment process, please reach out to to Human Resources:
- Current employees can contact HR by logging into AskHR to submit a request.
- External candidates who do not have TMU login credentials can contact HR by visiting torontomu.ca/human-resources/askhr/.
- All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
About Toronto Metropolitan University
Toronto Metropolitan University is located in the heart of Canada's largest city. Its distinctly urban campus features a culture that's innovative and entrepreneurial, a community that's welcoming and inclusive, and a learning environment that's incredibly creative. Our mission is to serve societal need and engage communities both locally and across the globe.