Laboratory Assistant

ALS • Vancouver, BC

29d • Onsite

About The Position

On-site | Casual As a Lab Assistant, your primary role will be to independently extract client samples for instrument analysis

Requirements

• Familiarity with weighing samples required.
• Excellent hand eye coordination.
• Good organizational skills.
• Detail oriented individual with a strong commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently or as a part of the team.
• Ability to effectively handle a high volume of work and time critical issues.
• Intermediate English communication skills both written and verbal.
• Intermediate computer skills including MS Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Grade 12 education or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 3 months laboratory experience in analytical chemistry or related field required.

Nice To Haves

• Diploma or Degree in Science preferred.

Responsibilities

• Extract soil and water samples into solvent.
• Perform duties in accordance with SOP and quality control procedures.
• Transfer samples between extraction and analytical sections.
• Use correct methods in accordance with the established procedures and schedules while ensuring analytical quality.
• Observe established safety regulations and comply with all ALS health and safety policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Manager.

Benefits

• An estimated hourly pay of $21.12 CAD at the time of posting.
• Comprehensive benefit package specific to your work status (including extended medical, dental, and vision coverage, access to company perks, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with company match, employee assistance and wellness programs)
• Additional vacation days for years of service
• Learning & development opportunities (unlimited access to e-learnings and more)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED