Administrative Assistant

Job summary

The Administrative Assistant provides operational support for Geoanalytical Laboratories, including sample intake, data management, and client communication. They are responsible for maintaining accurate records in the Laboratory Information Management System and ensuring laboratory documentation is prepared efficiently.

Job details

Why SRC? With more than 400 employees, $83 million in annual revenue and nearly 80 years of RD&D experience, the Saskatchewan Research Council (SRC) is Canada’s second largest research and technology organization with 1,400 clients in 16 countries around the world. We help clients from across the world solve technology problems, make improvements, seize opportunities, maintain competitiveness, increase productivity, and develop new markets. Our employees make a difference. We hire people who are passionate about their work because we are passionate about making a positive impact in our province and beyond. We recognize the important value of work-life balance and our employees enjoy generous time off. SRC also offers many other benefits such as flexible retirement and savings options, insured benefits, professional development opportunities, a robust safety program, and an outstanding team environment. Overview The Saskatchewan Research Council (SRC) is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support the Geoanalytical Laboratories by providing day-to-day administrative and operational support for sample receiving, data management, and client services. This role is responsible for coordinating the intake and tracking of client samples, maintaining accurate records within the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), preparing laboratory documentation, and supporting communication with clients and internal stakeholders. Through a strong focus on quality, accuracy, and customer service, the Administrative Assistant contributes to the efficient delivery of laboratory services while following established quality, safety, and administrative procedures. Accountabilities * Receive and log client samples into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), verify accompanying documentation, generate barcode labels, and maintain accurate chain of custody records. * Prepare laboratory work packages and worksheets using LIMS to support efficient sample processing and analysis. * Enter, verify, and maintain data in LIMS to support the timely generation and distribution of client reports. * Support the preparation and distribution of laboratory reports and documentation. * Respond to telephone, email, and in-person inquiries, providing professional customer service and directing requests to the appropriate personnel when required. * Maintain electronic and paper records, including filing, scanning, and archiving. * Maintain a safe, organized, and professional work environment in accordance with SRC policies and safety standards. * Assist with basic laboratory activities as required. Qualifications * Up to one year of related administrative, clerical, or laboratory support experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. * Some post-secondary education, administrative training, or related coursework is considered an asset but is not required. * Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook. * Experience using LIMS, Adobe, or working in a laboratory environment is considered an asset. Skills * Customer-service oriented with a helpful and professional approach. * Strong attention to detail and accuracy when completing routine tasks. * Effective verbal and written communication skills for day-to-day interactions. * Dependable team contributor who can adapt to changing priorities with guidance. The chosen candidate will also be required to provide an original Criminal Record Check that is satisfactory to SRC prior to the commencement of any employment duties. The Criminal Record Check must have been executed within the preceding 30 days of receipt. This position is located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Deadline to apply is October 19, 2026. To Apply: Please apply with your resume and cover letter via the careers section of our website www.src.sk.ca/careers [http://www.src.sk.ca/careers] Please indicate on your application where you heard about the position as SRC works with several partners to support an inclusive workplace that embraces diverse backgrounds. Our goal is to engage and empower all people so they can successfully achieve their professional goals. As SRC strives to build a representative workforce, applications are encouraged from persons of Indigenous ancestry.

What you’ll do

The Administrative Assistant provides operational support for Geoanalytical Laboratories, including sample intake, data management, and client communication. They are responsible for maintaining accurate records in the Laboratory Information Management System and ensuring laboratory documentation is prepared efficiently.

Requirements

Candidates should have up to one year of related administrative or laboratory experience and basic proficiency in Microsoft Office. Some post-secondary education or administrative training is considered an asset for this role.

Benefits

• Flexible retirement and savings options
• Insured benefits
• Professional development opportunities
• Robust safety program
• Generous time off

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred
• Filing · Preferred
• Administrative Support · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• record keeping · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred
• data management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Administrative support
• Data management
• Client services
• Sample receiving
• Laboratory information management system
• Record keeping
• Customer service
• Microsoft office
• Attention to detail
• Communication skills
• Chain of custody
• Documentation preparation
• Filing
• Scanning
• Archiving
• Laboratory Reports
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Chain Of Custody
• Microsoft Excel
• Research
• Barcoding
• Clerical Works
• Customer Service
• Client Services
• Communication
• Data Management
• Laboratory Information Management Systems
• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft Office
• Safety Standards
• Coordinating
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Administrative
• Science & Research
• Customer Service & Support
• Data & Analytics
• Administrative Assistant
• Office / Administrative Assistant (General)
• Administrative and Executive Secretaries
• Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive

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