Job Description

Position Information

Position Title

Senior Technologist

Department/Unit

Applied Oral Sciences

Location

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Posting Number

S242-25

Employee Group

NSGEU Local 77

Position Type

Term

Duration of Contract (if applicable)

2 years

Employment Type

Full Time

Full-time Equivalency (FTE)

1.0

Salary

$35.59 - $45.08 per hour ($64,777 - $82,041 per annum, 35 hours per week)

Classification

T9

Provisional Statement

This is a provisional classification. Formal regular review classification procedures may be initiated at any time by the incumbent or supervisor after the incumbent has worked a minimum of six months in the role.

About Dalhousie University

Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada's leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region's intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our almost 21,000 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.

Job Summary

As the only dental school in Atlantic Canada, the Faculty of Dentistry has been offering an outstanding education in dentistry and dental hygiene for more than 100 years, and is a key part of Dalhousie's inter-professional and allied health community that includes the Faculties of Medicine and Health. Reporting to the Biomaterials & Applied Oral Sciences (BAOS) Department Chair, the Senior Technician provides technical support for research programs carried out by the faculty and staff of the BAOS department, with a focus on research activities related to materials characterization and processing, including supervision and training on related core research equipment.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain and oversee BAOS research facilities and equipment, ensuring smooth operations through routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair. Provide technical support for research activities by assisting with material processing and testing, protocol development, and apparatus design. Conduct pilot studies and stay current with analytical techniques to support faculty and staff research programs. Serve as the primary contact for external requests to access BAOS research equipment and facilities, ensuring proper usage and adherence to safety protocols. Develop and update standard operating procedures for biomaterials processing and characterization equipment, ensuring compliance with Faculty of Dentistry and Dalhousie University safety standards. Ensure laboratory safety and chemical compliance by enforcing safety standards for all research personnel. Maintain accurate SDS records and chemical inventories for BAOS labs, monitor adherence to required certifications, and manage the procurement of consumables, gas cylinders, and small equipment.

Note

Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus.

Required Qualifications

Undergraduate degree in Chemistry or a related field plus approximately three - five years' related experience in a research setting (or an equivalent combination of training and experience). Previous laboratory work experience and/or experience in a healthcare environment. Familiarity with materials characterization equipment. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within a diverse population while being adaptable and maintaining a strong safety focus.

Assets

WHMIS Hazardous Materials Safety Certification Biosafety certification

Job Competencies

The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie's

core

competencies, in particular:

Self-Awareness & Professionalism Respect & Inclusion Adaptability Knowledge & Thinking Skills Communication

Additional Information

Application Consideration

Non-probationary bargaining unit employees (NSGEU local 77) are given priority consideration. All other applications will be considered when there is no qualified candidate from the bargaining unit.



We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or People and Culture.

Diversity Statement

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi'kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit

www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed

here

.


Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies

1

Open Date

12/19/2025

Close Date

01/12/2026

Open Until Filled

No

Special Instructions to Applicant

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting

https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/20081