Job Description

The Laboratory Services Division (LSD) provides diagnostic and testing services to clients in private industry, government and academic organizations. A diverse service laboratory, LSD consists of two operational units: The Animal Health Laboratory (AHL) and the Agriculture and Food Laboratory (AFL). The Virology Section within the Animal Health Laboratory is seeking a technician to perform immunologic and molecular testing on various sample types, leveraging state of the art tools and technology. Join a talented and collaborative team of professionals and grow your expertise in laboratory testing.

Key responsibilities of Laboratory Technician:

• Handling and preparing various specimen types for testing
• Performing analysis of specimens via ELISA, PCR, virus neutralization, agglutination, and cell culture
• Conducting all techniques consistently to minimize errors
• Producing accurate and reliable test results in a timely fashion following quality protocols, standard operating procedures, and work instructions
• Troubleshooting of laboratory equipment
• Complying with LSD guidelines and policies including Health and Safety, and Quality Assurance
• Identifying non-conformances and non-routine situations to Supervisor to support continuous improvement
• Assisting with development and validation of new tests
• Writing reports, ordering, and maintaining quality control on reagents and chemicals
• Ensuring laboratory cleanliness and safety

The Virology Section high-throughput environment is fast paced and highly collaborative. Candidates who bring a positive and service-focused attitude and who thrive managing multiple tasks and working within a team will be most successful in this role.

Minimum requirements also include the following:

• Three-year community college diploma plus related experience in a laboratory environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Demonstrated experience conducting a variety of immunologic and molecular tests
• Excellent knowledge of computer software
• Excellent knowledge of personal and laboratory safety related to handling and disposal of infectious specimens
• Demonstrated organizational, oral/written communication skills
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety and WHMIS legislation in a laboratory environment; good understanding of analytical laboratory quality procedures and statistics
• Knowledge of automated laboratory systems would be considered an asset
• Must be, or willing to be, rabies vaccinated

Covering Position Number 482-098
Classification USW, Local 4120 Salary Band 5
Normal Hiring Range $25.92 - $28.96 per hour

At the University of Guelph, fostering a is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution.