Lab Assistant

Résumé du poste

The Lab Assistant will perform sample preparation, including weighing, drying, and acid digestion, while maintaining laboratory cleanliness and documentation. They are responsible for generating work lists via LIMS and ensuring strict adherence to safety protocols.

Détails du poste

Why SRC? With more than 400 employees, $83 million in annual revenue and nearly 80 years of RD&D experience, the Saskatchewan Research Council (SRC) is Canada’s second largest research and technology organization with 1,400 clients in 16 countries around the world. We help clients from across the world solve technology problems, make improvements, seize opportunities, maintain competitiveness, increase productivity, and develop new markets. Our employees make a difference. We hire people who are passionate about their work because we are passionate about making a positive impact in our province and beyond. We recognize the important value of work-life balance and our employees enjoy generous time off. SRC also offers many other benefits such as flexible retirement and savings options, insured benefits, professional development opportunities, a robust safety program, and an outstanding team environment. Overview The Saskatchewan Research Council’s (SRC), Geoanalytical Laboratories, Geochemistry section has an opening for a Lab Assistant. This position is part of a larger team process to conduct laboratory analysis for our mining and minerals clients. This position is a 6-month term. Accountabilities * Sample preparation, weighing, drying, subsampling, filtration, acid digestion and extract samples of different matrices (including but not limited to soil, water, plant, and rocks), working with acid and radioactive samples. * Washing dishware and general laboratory upkeep. * Generate work lists from Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and perform all required record-keeping & documentation. * Observe established safety regulations and comply with all SRC health and safety policies and procedures. Qualifications * Must be at least 18 years of age. * The use of safety equipment (foot protection, lab coats, gloves and safety glasses) is required and will be provided. * Some heavy lifting (up to 30 kg) and working in a dusty environment will be required. * Extended work hours (up to 12 hours per day) and occasional weekend work, as required. * Previous lab experience is an asset but is not required. All necessary training will be provided. Skills * A strong work ethic, reliability and a willingness to take on varied tasks as required. * Ability to work in a fast-paced, repetitive environment with high attention to detail. * Accurate and efficient data entry skills. * Good organizational skills with the ability to meet strict deadlines such as turnaround times (TAT) and holding requirements. The chosen candidate will be required to provide an original Criminal Record Check that is satisfactory to SRC prior to the commencement of any employment duties. The Criminal Record Check must have been executed within the preceding 30 days of receipt. This position is located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Deadline to apply is September 28, 2026, To Apply: Please apply with your resume and cover letter via the careers section of our website www.src.sk.ca/careers. [http://www.src.sk.ca/careers] Please indicate on your application where you heard about the position as SRC works with several partners to support an inclusive workplace that embraces diverse backgrounds. Our goal is to engage and empower all people so they can successfully achieve their professional goals. As SRC strives to build a representative workforce, applications are encouraged from persons of Indigenous ancestry.

Ce que vous ferez

The Lab Assistant will perform sample preparation, including weighing, drying, and acid digestion, while maintaining laboratory cleanliness and documentation. They are responsible for generating work lists via LIMS and ensuring strict adherence to safety protocols.

Exigences

Candidates must be at least 18 years old and capable of heavy lifting up to 30 kg in a dusty environment. The role requires the ability to work extended hours and occasional weekends, with previous lab experience considered an asset.

Avantages

• Flexible retirement and savings options • Insured benefits • Professional development opportunities • Robust safety program • Generous time off

Compétences indiquées

• Gestion du temps · Souhaitée
• Souci du détail · Souhaitée
• Safety Compliance · Souhaitée
• record keeping · Souhaitée
• Saisie de données · Souhaitée

Autres compétences pertinentes

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Sample preparation
• Laboratory analysis
• Data entry
• Record-keeping
• Safety compliance
• Attention to detail
• Organizational skills
• Time management
• Weighing
• Filtration
• Acid digestion
• Laboratory upkeep
• Laboratory Experience
• Sample Preparation
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Record Keeping
• Organizational Skills
• Lifting Ability
• Strong Work Ethic
• Research
• Data Entry
• Digestive System
• Occupational Safety And Health
• Geochemistry
• Laboratory Information Management Systems
• Soil Science
• Detail Oriented

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• Science & Research
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• Manufacturing
• Security & Safety
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• Survey and Market Research Interviewers
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