Job Description

Who We Are
Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose - the essence of SFU - is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.
SFU's Department of Chemistry hosts leading research in Materials Science, Nuclear Science & Radiochemistry, Organic & Medicinal Chemistry, Inorganic & Bioinorganic Chemistry, and Physical & Theoretical Chemistry. Chemistry's internationally recognized research faculty, dedicated teaching faculty, and skilled staff and technicians work hard to provide students with the essential scientific foundation and support needed to become first-class chemists and scientists. The Department is dedicated to fostering not only an environment that is conducive to learning and research, but also welcoming and inclusive for all.
About the Role
Provides a complete range of technical support for scientific instruments and equipment in both research and teaching laboratories within the Chemistry Department. Operates and maintains the elemental analysis (EA) facility as a service to the faculty and students in the Department of Chemistry, primarily, in the Faculty of Science, in general, and researchers outside of SFU. Performs maintenance and repair work on scientific equipment and instrumentation in the Analytical and Physical Chemistry teaching laboratories (including, but not limited to, gas chromatography, atomic absorption, thermal gravimetric analysis, differential scanning calorimetry, high performance liquid chromatography, and gas chromatography-mass spectrometry) and in the EA facility (elemental analyzer). Provides support for shared departmental research facilities.
Qualifications
Undergraduate degree in Chemistry, with 3 years of relevant experiment including training in analytical methods or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. NMR and mass spectrometry knowledge and experience is an asset.

• Ability to operate, troubleshoot and perform repairs on an elemental analysis.
• Ability to use various analytical methods at an advanced level.
• Ability to provide technical advice and consultation on conducting and designing experiments.
• Ability to provide training to users on proper operation of various scientific instrumentation.
• Ability to adapt, modify, and demonstrate scientific equipment and instruments.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair various scientific instruments and equipment.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to exercise mature judgment and initiative.
• Ability to learn new front-end software for scientific instrument operation.
• Ability to use word processing, spreadsheet and database applications (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, Access) at a basic level.
• Excellent knowledge of a range of chromatographic and mass spectrometer technologies (i.e., GC, GCMS, HPLC) used for research purposes.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent analytical reasoning and problem-solving skills.
• Good organizational skills. Ability to lift, move or carry equipment 20 kg or more.
• Ability to work flexible hours.

What We Offer
At SFU, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace. We offer continuing employees who belong in the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE Local 3338):

• 3 weeks' vacation (prorated for the first year)*
• Hybrid-work program for eligible positions
• Employer paid defined benefit pension plan
• On-campus tuition waiver for employees and their immediate family members*
• Funding for professional development expenses*
• And more!

*Prorated for part-time employees
Additional Information
For external candidates, the starting salary is the first step of the salary range.
Please include your cover letter and resume in one attachment.
SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university.
We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact pei_reception@sfu.ca.

Skills Required