Overview
Languages
English
Education
- Bachelor's degree
- or equivalent experience
- Biotechnology
Experience
2 years to less than 3 years
Work site environment
- Cold/refrigerated
- Noisy
Work setting
- Rural area
- Relocation costs not covered by employer
- Laboratory
Responsibilities
Tasks
- Assist in analysis of data and preparation of reports
- Assist in conducting biological, microbiological, biochemical tests and laboratory analyses
- Analyze data and prepare reports
- Conduct or supervise operational programs
- Set up and conduct biological, microbiological, biochemical tests and laboratory analyses
- Supervise technicians, assistants, students or interns, staff or volunteers
- Schedule work of other staff
- Develop policies, standards and guidelines
- Manage staff and assign duties
Supervision
- 11-15 people
Experience and specialization
Technical experience
- Biochemical and molecular techniques
- Livestock production programs
Area of work experience
- Equipment safety assessment
- Laboratory testing and analysis
- Production operations
- Quality control and assurance
- Technology assessment
- Waste management
- Biotechnical company
Area of specialization
- Genetics and molecular biology
- Biotechnology
Additional information
Transportation/travel information
- Own transportation
- Parking paid by employer
- Own vehicle
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Work under pressure
- Tight deadlines
- Repetitive tasks
- Manual dexterity
- Attention to detail
- Hand-eye co-ordination
- Ability to distinguish between colours
- Combination of sitting, standing, walking
- Standing for extended periods
Personal suitability
- Accurate
- Excellent oral communication
- Flexibility
- Judgement
Benefits
Health benefits
- Dental plan
- Disability benefits
- Health care plan
- Paramedical services coverage
- Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
- Bonus
- Group insurance benefits
- Life insurance
- Night shift premium
- Pension plan
- Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
Long term benefits
- Long-term care insurance
- Maternity and parental benefits
Other benefits
- Free parking available
- Learning/training paid by employer
- On-site amenities
- Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
- Team building opportunities
- Travel insurance
- Wellness program