Job Description

Position Information

Job Title

Laboratory Technician III (8-month leave coverage)

Appointment Type

Full-time temporary

Position Dates

September 19, 2025 - April 30, 2026

Hours per week/FTE

35

About the Position

Lethbridge Polytechnic offers a student-centered environment that provides practical and innovative learning experiences. The Centre for Business, Arts, and Sciences (CBAS) delivers a range of certificate, diploma, university transfer, including Agriculture Science, Environmental Sciences, Indigenous Career Pathways, Business Administration, Administrative Office Professional, General Arts and Science, and Academic Upgrading, together with service courses to students in many other Lethbridge Polytechnic programs The Centre seeks to recruit to the position of Equipment/Laboratory Technician III term contract to cover a leave.

The successful applicant would have the background, expertise, and proven ability in techniques associated with the science labs across a variety of fields. Working closely with the Lab Coordinator and faculty, the technician will aid in the delivery of laboratory and field components to students. Good organizational, verbal and written skills are essential.

Position Details

The Laboratory Technician will be responsible for Cousin's Building labs, support the equipment room technician, and aiding in the delivery of laboratory and field components to students.

The successful candidate will work collaboratively to support a variety of labs, possess an ability to work effectively with all members of the CBAS community (staff, students and faculty) and make a positive contribution as a member of the Centre's administrative team.

Required Qualifications

Minimum Biological Sciences, Environmental Science, Physical Science or Agriculture Science Diploma, Bachelor's degree preferred, and 3-5 years of experience in a lab environment. Ability to multi-task, manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to communicate with a variety of internal and external clients in a professional manner. Extensive knowledge and proficiency in MS Office Software including Excel, andWord is required. Familiarity with Lethbridge Polytechnic's values and culture, and a commitment to work towards our institutional goals with positivity and enthusiasm.

Preferred Qualifications

Post-secondary experience. Experience in maintaining and repairing technical field and lab equipment.

Salary

AUPE Class Level 8 Step 1 $25.69/hour

Working Here

Culture of Care

A

Culture of Care

at Lethbridge Polytechnic embraces a workplace that both protects and empowers employees by creating an environment that promotes psychological, cultural and physical safety. All employees play an important role in building a safe and supportive campus dedicated to learning and growing.


Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

T25-00437

Open Date

09/16/2025

Close Date

09/23/2025

Open Until Filled

No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Special Instructions to Applicant:

Lethbridge Polytechnic is committed to inclusive recruitment practices by providing reasonable access and accommodations to applicants. If you would like to request an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact

hiringaccommodations@lethpolytech.ca

. Private information received in relation to the request will only be used to facilitate the recruitment process and will be kept confidential and shared only as needed with the selection committee.