Job Description

The Department of Biology invites applications for the position of Laboratory Technologist. This position provides a wide variety of technical support services to the Department of Biology with a focus on equipment oversight, ordering of lab supplies and equipment, as well as lab instructor/teaching assistant payroll verification. This is a fast-paced, multitasking environment with a high volume of traffic. The successful candidate will be adaptable and possess a high degree of initiative and troubleshooting capabilities.RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Track budget for general maintenance, equipment maintenance, lab supplies, teaching assistants, lab instructors, equipment, fleet maintenance
• Approve payroll submission for lab instructors and teaching assistants
• Liaise with facilities management regarding building operations, work orders, and repairs
• Maintain accurate ethanol dispensing records and organize the disposal of hazardous waste materials
• Coordinate the purchase of lab supplies and equipment
• Provide basic IT troubleshooting and coordinate with IT services and support as needed
• Manage department vehicles and other field equipment as well as updating of approved users
• Coordinate departmental transportation to field sites in collaboration with course instructors
• Work with Chair to update building emergency plan
• Act as 'on call' contact for equipment alarms and building specific issues
• Other technical support duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• B.Sc. in Biology or equivalent
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of UPEI and its operations would be an asset
• Ability to operate various pieces of equipment and troubleshoot as needed (autoclave, water distiller, media dispenser, dishwasher, growth chambers, refrigeration units and other standard laboratory apparatus)

Application Instructions:Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link below.If you are unable to apply online, you can drop off your resume to the Human Resources Department, Kelley Building, University of Prince Edward Island, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3, Fax Number 902-894-2895.UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. If you require accommodation in any part of the process, please direct your inquiries, in confidence, to our HR Officer, . Applications will not be accepted via email.Only those applicants who are invited to an interview will be acknowledged.Note that this site is not compatible with some mobile browsers (e.g. iPad, iPhone). Upon successful submission of your application, you will receive an auto-reply to your email address advising your application has been received. If you do not receive an email, please check your spam folder and/or try submitting your application via a different web browser (Google Chrome, Firefox, etc).

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