Job ID

76026

Job Title

LABORATORY TECHNICIAN (II) - School of Interdisciplinary Science, Faculty of Science

Regular/Temporary

Regular

Location

Central Campus

Open Date

2026/05/12

Job Type

Continuing

Close Date

2026/05/25

Employee Group

Unifor Unit 1, Staff

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Department

School Interdisciplinary Sci

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Salary Grade/Band

Grade 6

Salary Range

$26.99 - $38.03 (hourly)

Job Code

JD0686

Existing Vacancy

Yes - Backfilling as Existing

Target Number of Openings

1

Hours per Week

37.5

Posting Details

Schedule

Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5pm

Education Level

3 year Community College diploma in a relevant field of study

Career Level

Requires 2 years of relevant experience

Anticipated Start Date

June 29th, 2026

Job Description

JD00686

Unit Description:
The School of Interdisciplinary Science (SIS) consists of 3 unique undergraduate programs in the Faculty of Science: Integrated Science, Life Sciences and Medical Radiation Sciences. The thread that links these three exceptional programs is the commitment to an interdisciplinary approach to teaching, employing experiential and hands-on opportunities. Core to this approach is our focus on the role of science in addressing contemporary challenges in human health and societal well-being. The School supports over 2000 undergraduate students.

The Laboratory Technician (II) will serve as the main point of contact for students, teaching assistants and instructors using the Living Systems Laboratory and the Integrated Science laboratory. This position requires the incumbent to be flexible and take direction from the School's Director, Laboratory Coordinator, Instructional Staff and Administrator as necessary.

Job Summary:
Under the direction of the immediate supervisor, oversees the day-to-day operations of a facility, laboratory or multiple laboratories. Organizes, distributes and verifies the work of others and participates in their training. Coordinates the execution of projects and service.

Purpose and Key Functions:

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of a facility, laboratory or multiple laboratories.
• Coordinate the execution of experiments, projects and services.
• Establish priorities and ensure adherence to schedules.
• Provides technical guidance and assistance concerning work methods, the use of equipment and techniques, and the analysis of results.
• Review, test, evaluate, and modify equipment and methodology.
• Recognize and investigate apparent reasons for obvious deviations in results obtained.
• Write a variety of documents such as standard operating procedures.
• Conduct initial lab set-up in accordance with lab schedules and requirements.
• Perform pilot experiments and prepare lab demonstration materials.
• Demonstrate and train others on experimental techniques and the operation of laboratory equipment.
• Modify and adapt labs, as directed.
• Conduct routine and moderately complex analyses of data.
• Perform trouble-shooting during the lab period to correct issues including, but not limited to, equipment failure and contamination.
• Update and maintain detailed records of lab preparations and procedures.
• Observe details and maintain accurate records of experiments and results.
• Calibrate and maintain scientific equipment and instruments in accordance with prescribed requirements.
• Perform minor equipment repairs and arrange for major repairs through supervisor or outside contractor.
• Exchange technical and scientific information with others.
• 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.
• Schedule laboratory equipment for use.
• Prepare a variety of chemicals, solutions, sterile media, staining reagents and other materials required for the lab.
• Pipette a variety of reagents and media.
• Update, maintain, and verify inventory control of chemicals, media, and supplies.
• 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.

Supervision:

Provide orientation and show procedures to others.

Requirements:
3 year Community College diploma in a relevant field of study.
Requires 2 years of relevant experience.

Additional Information:
The position requires relevant experience in a research laboratory setting. A community college diploma in a scientific field is required (or the equivalent number of years of experience).

In addition, at least 2 years of experience in a relevant laboratory setting are required. This position requires the skills of a good team player, attention to detail and diligence, the capacity to adapt to a constantly changing environment, and excellent oral and written communication skills.

This is a full time position. The incumbent will work 37.5 hours in-person, Monday to Friday, 8:30 – 5 p.m.

Please submit cover letter and resume via the Mosaic system c/o Dr. Sarah Symons, Acting Director, School of Interdisciplinary Science, Faculty of Science, McMaster University.

How To Apply

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

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