Lab Tech I

Job summary

The Lab Tech I will prepare samples and perform routine testing using analytical equipment while adhering to safety protocols. They are also responsible for logging, calculating, and reporting results within the laboratory information management system.

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’s (SRC) Research and Technology – Lab Services Division is seeking a Lab Tech I for the Environmental Analytical Laboratories, Inorganics section to conduct routine and non-routine testing using general laboratory and analytical equipment. Accountabilities * Prepare samples for analysis and perform a variety of laboratory tests using standardized lab procedures. * Operate and perform routine maintenance of instrumentation while adhering to protocols and safety guidelines. * Log samples into the lab information management system (LIMS). * Calculate, report and track sample results in LIMS. * Wash, clean and store various forms of labware according to cleaning procedure. Qualifications * A chemical technology diploma or equivalent. * Experience in laboratory procedures and working knowledge of analytical equipment is considered an asset. Necessary training will be provided. Skills * Ability to work in a fast-paced, repetitive environment with high attention to detail. * Demonstrated ability to maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment. * Strong communication and interpersonal skills to deliver quality work in a team environment. 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 23, 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 Lab Tech I will prepare samples and perform routine testing using analytical equipment while adhering to safety protocols. They are also responsible for logging, calculating, and reporting results within the laboratory information management system.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a chemical technology diploma or an equivalent qualification. Experience with laboratory procedures and analytical equipment is considered an asset.

Benefits

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

Listed skills

• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Laboratory testing
• Analytical equipment operation
• Sample preparation
• LIMS
• Data reporting
• Labware maintenance
• Attention to detail
• Communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Teamwork
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Laboratory Procedures
• Research
• Chemical Engineering
• Communication
• Interpersonal Communications
• Laboratory Information Management Systems
• Laboratory Testing
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Science & Research
• Engineering
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Laboratory Technician
• Laboratory Technician (General)
• Medical and Pathology Laboratory Technicians
• Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians
• Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians

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