Job Description

BCIT's School of Health Sciences

Medical Laboratory Science Department

is seeking a

regular, part-time (0.3

FTE

) Technical Staff II

to provide technical services related to the preparation of student laboratories.

Duties & Responsibilities

DUTIES

AND

RESPONSIBILITIES

:

Maintain Glassware Supplies for Classrooms/Labs:

Wash glassware thoroughly and ensure cleanliness Monitor inventory levels and replenish supplies as needed

Prepare, Maintain, and Clean Routine Laboratory Equipment:

Ensure routine equipment used in the laboratory is properly prepared, maintained and cleaned Transport equipment to labs/classrooms as required and ensure timely return

Handle Bio-hazardous Material and Chemical Waste Disposal:

Safely manage bio-hazardous materials and arrange for proper disposal of chemical waste

Assist Teaching Staff with Labs as necessary:

Assist with preparing materials for lab activities as directed Assist in setting up lab space as directed Assist with lab take-down as directed

Attend Department Meetings:

Participate in department meetings to discuss laboratory-related matters and provide input

Other Related Duties as Directed:

Maintain the program's lab coat/gown inventory and coordinate laundry services Create and manage electronic records for chemical and reagent inventory Support program projects, initiatives, and other assigned duties Perform duties to assist in the preparation for instructional processes as directed by the program Set up and aliquot standard solutions as required for various lab procedures Operate apparatus and equipment for practical applications in laboratory work Assist in the preparation of audio-visual materials and equipment Provide guidance to students in the use of laboratory equipment

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

:

Two (2) years' experience as a Laboratory Assistant, industrial, clinical, field, or related experience, plus one additional year of appropriate post-secondary education; Diploma of Technology or equivalent.

The ideal candidate:

Communicates and Collaborates effectively - Excellent communication skills; Ability to collaborate respectfully and effectively with colleagues and students in a laboratory environment; Utilizes communication technology appropriately and effectively for work-related tasks Takes Initiative and Works Independently - Self-motivated with a proactive approach to independently managing tasks and responsibilities; Able to adapt to varying situations and demands Practices Effective Time Management - Organizes daily, weekly and monthly workflows; Adaptable to changes in workflow and prioritizes activities to meet deadlines effectively Has Strong Problem-Solving Skills - Exhibits strong problem-solving abilities and troubleshoots issues effectively as they arise Shows a Desire and Willingness to Learn - Demonstrates a strong desire and willingness to learn, adapt, and be flexible in tasks and responsibilities

Additional Information

Benefits - Why you'd love working with us

Competitive pay Minimum of twenty-five days of vacation (or more, depending on your

position

) Competitive employer-paid extended health and dental plan - take a look at our

benefit plans

! Defined benefit

pension

plan with employer contributions

Professional Development

funds and resources Access to most BCIT Flexible Learning

courses

free of charge

Wellness

and Employee Assistance programs Complimentary membership with free access to the Fitness Centre, Gymnasium, and

more*





BCIT is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring for systemically oppressed groups who have been excluded from full participation at BCIT and the larger community. This includes Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2S/LGBTQIA+. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.



Persons with disabilities who require accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact

RecruitmentAssistant@bcit.ca

. Please note that all applications must be submitted via the careers page portal.

Email applications will not be accepted

.



The British Columbia Institute of Technology acknowledges that our campuses are located on the unceded traditional territories of the Coast Salish Nations of xwm??kw?y??m (Musqueam), S?wx?wu7mesh (Squamish), and s?l?ilw?ta?? (Tsleil-Waututh).

Salary Range

$58,460 - $72,424 per annum.

Additional Salary Information

Salary prorated based on percentage and term of appointment. Salary based on education, experience and placement criteria as outlined in the Collective Agreement.


Position Details

Posting Category

Faculty

Department 2

Laboratory & Allied Health

Campus Location

Burnaby campus

Bargaining Unit

BCIT Faculty and Staff Association (FSA)

Job Status

Regular

Full-Time/Part-Time

Part-Time

Number of Vacancies

1

Anticipated Start Date

09/02/2025

Anticipated End Date

Competition Information

Competition Number

25FSA626

Competition Open Date

05/24/2025

Competition Close Date

06/07/2025

Open Until Filled?