Job description
Welcome to the Faculty of Science, a great place to learn, to explore, to question, to discover — opening your mind and pushing boundaries. It’s an exciting time to be part of a rewarding career in life sciences, natural sciences and mathematics. You will have access to world-class facilities, including our Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Complex, our extensive Biosciences Complex and our cutting-edge Advanced Research Complex, that are the envy of many universities. We have strong links with a multitude of government and private research centres, providing countless opportunities and experiences.We have become a true centre of excellence, earning recognition across Canada and abroad for our prowess in teaching and in our laboratories, where our researchers are addressing some of the most important and relevant scientific questions of our time. Our past is a testimonial to our passion, so will be our future. Will you be part of it? Position PurposeReporting to the Manager, Laboratory Support, the incumbent performs a variety of technical activities to support students, teaching assistants, faculty members, and other scientific or engineering professionals, in an assigned group of specialized scientific teaching lab infrastructures. Provides general technical advice, support, and training to lab users and focuses on the set-up, maintenance, repair and troubleshooting of lab equipment. May assist with research, analysis, design, development, production, testing, and the operation of laboratory systems to the specification of the department or faculty’s curriculum or research requirements in order to achieve the experimental objectives and ensure safe working practices. The work is performed with moderate supervision, under clear guidelines, and requires a good general knowledge of the various technologies used. In this role, your responsibilities will include:
Responsibilities & skills
Knowledge of the specialized areas of research supported by the department or Faculty.Knowledge of laboratory tools, equipment, instruments, materials, and hazards and their safe usage.Knowledge of Health and Safety rules, regulations and University policies and procedures related to the operation of labs and lab equipment/material.Knowledge of computers and data acquisition procedures.
Education
College diploma in natural/applied sciences or related discipline or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience
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University of Ottawa
The University of Ottawa is the largest bilingual university in the world, where it is possible for students to study in English, in French, or in both languages. Located in the capital of Canada, a G8 nation, we have ready access to the great institutions of our country.
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