Job ID

75998

Job Title

Research Laboratory Technician (IV) (ENG-CHEM)

Regular/Temporary

Temporary

Location

Central Campus

Open Date

2026/05/05

Job Type

Short Term Employee

Close Date

2026/05/11

Employee Group

Unifor Unit 1, Staff

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Department

Chemical Engineering

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Salary Grade/Band

Grade 8

Salary Range

$31.91 - $44.92 (hourly)

Job Code

JD1300

Existing Vacancy

Yes - Newly Created Position

Contract Duration

9.1 Months

Target Number of Openings

1

Hours per Week

37.5

Posting Details

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm (37.5 hours)

Education Level

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field of study

Career Level

Requires 3 years of relevant experience

Anticipated Start Date

June 1, 2026

Job Description

Research Laboratory Technician (IV)
(JD01300)

Engineering a Brighter Future
https://www.eng.mcmaster.ca/about-us/strategic-plan/

A****bout the Faculty

Ranked among the top engineering schools in Canada and worldwide, the Faculty of Engineering. has a reputation for innovative programs, cutting-edge research, leading faculty, and aspiring students. Engineering faculty, staff and students at McMaster pursue research and learning in more than 22 research centres, institutes and networks whose interdisciplinary pursuits cross-departmental and faculty boundaries. Outside the University, we regularly collaborate on research projects with partners in universities, the government and more than 100 companies in Canada and abroad.

About the Department

As a leading chemical engineering department in Canada, our award-winning faculty and staff create a culture of excellence both in teaching and research. We have 22 faculty members with expertise in the following areas of research: bioengineering, polymer materials and manufacturing, process systems engineering, and water-energy technologies. These areas are closely linked to our undergraduate and graduate programs. The department mentors over 100 graduates and 300 undergraduate students.

About the Position

The Department of Chemical Engineering is welcoming applications for the position of Research Laboratory Technician (IV).The successful incumbent will be working on a funded project on the development of vascularized brain organoid model in collaboration Epiloid Biotechnology. The successful candidate will be performing tasks such as cell culture, bioimaging, and various bioassays (e.g., dextran permeability assay, immunostaining, flow cytometry, cytokine analysis, ELISA, histochemistry, etc.). The work will also involve monthly presentation and reporting with the stakeholders.

This position will report to Dr. Boyang Zhang at the Department of Chemical Engineering.

Job Summary

Responsible for providing specialized research support to faculty members in their research and teaching laboratory activities. Requires a sound working knowledge of the technology, and comprehension of the theory of a specialized field or science is applied and adapted to new research situations. Performs a full range of laboratory technician assignments and uses considerable judgement in making decisions requiring the interpretation and application of guidelines. Provides direction to others in how to carry out work tasks.

Purpose & Key Functions

• Design, adapt, and perform specialized in-vitro and in-vivo procedures. Organize and conduct specialized research experiments.
• Modify and adapt test procedures and equipment to meet specialized requirements.
• Use statistical software to conduct moderate and complex statistical analyses and calculations. Write sections of scientific papers, funding proposals, and abstracts.
• Perform various in-vitro and in-vivo procedures that are moderately complex and specialized.
• Provide recommendations for procedure modifications and development of the research protocol methodologies.
• Adapt and modify established methods, assays, techniques, and equipment for various laboratory and test procedures.
• Liaise with other laboratories, external departments, and agencies to coordinate resources and schedules to meet research objectives.
• Develop presentations and present information at meetings, seminars, and conferences. Recognize and investigate apparent reasons for obvious deviations in results obtained.
• Write a variety of documents such as technical and procedural sections for research reports and standard operating procedures.
• Observe details and maintain accurate records of experiments and results.
• Log samples and related pertinent information.
• Gather and compile experimental results and assist in the preparation of data for reports and publications. Exchange technical and scientific information with others.
• Provide updates at research group meetings.
• Responsible for keeping laboratory facilities, equipment, and area in clean, safe working order. Assemble and adjust tests and laboratory equipment for experiments and procedures.
• Operate, adjust, and maintain a variety of laboratory equipment and scientific instruments. Ensue adequate supplies are available for experiments.
• Schedule laboratory equipment for use.
• Demonstrate and train others on experimental techniques and the operation of laboratory equipment.
• Prepare chemical reagents and biomedical media according to formulae and assume responsibility for accuracy in the preparation and standardization of solutions.
• Pipette a variety of reagents and media.
• Monitor supplies and order inventories.
• Responsible for the proper storage of materials and the appropriate disposal of waste.
• Adhere to standardized procedures and protocols when dispensing chemicals and base media.
• Input, maintain, and verify information in a variety of databases and spreadsheets.
• Conduct literature searches and write literature review summaries.

Supervision

• Provide direction to others in how to carry out work tasks.
• Provide orientation and show procedures to others.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field of study.
• Requires 3 years of relevant experience.

Assets

• Extensive knowledge and educational background (e.g. a graduate degree) in biotechnology is considered a strong asset
• Previous experience in pharmaceutical industry is considered an asset
• Familiarity with brain organoid culture is considered an asset

Additional Information

The successful candidate must have and/or demonstrate:

• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and presentation skills
• Resourcefulness and strong organizational skills|
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships at work
• Flexibility and adaptability when meeting deadlines with numerous interruptions
• Ability to respond creatively to resolve issues and maintain workflow
• Ability to plan and perform experiments using standard cell culture techniques
• High attention to detail while producing thorough and accurate work

The successful candidate must also have prior experience in the following areas:

• Developing training programs for the authorized use of equipment
• Creating equipment service plans and coordinating equipment service visits
• Working with data collection software, such as SigmaPlot and GraphPad
• Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Flexibility is required to work occasional evenings, weekends and evening hours to meet the demands of the position.

How To Apply

To apply for this job, please submit your application online.

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