Science Lab Technician

As a global leader in student-managed learning opportunities, we are committed to developing leaders at Lakeland College. It’s something we excel at because of our exceptional team. Their passion and commitment to academic excellence, innovation and achievement is what sets Lakeland apart, as an educator and an employer. Join our team and be part of helping our students take the lead not only into the future, but today.

Key Responsibilities

Laboratory Preparations

• Prepare culture media, standard solutions, dilutions, buffers & stains, chemicals, reagents, and other materials required for the delivery of science laboratories with a focus on biology and chemistry, as well as physics and earth science.
• Culture and maintain bacteria, plants, and other living organisms required for biology labs.
• Maintain knowledge of new developments and improvements in biology and chemistry techniques.
• Perform DNA extractions, digestions and ligations.
• Ensure that all laboratories are correctly set up, organized and taken down for the courses offered through the department.
• Maintain and operate instrumentation used in science labs throughout the year.

Quality Assurance and Safety

• Records, updates and maintains files, lists and general record keeping.
• Perform all the necessary safety procedures appropriate to the lab and promptly report any deficiencies and hazards.
• Collect hazardous waste generated during laboratories and safely document and store them for disposal.
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness & safety in adherence to Occupational Health and Safety legislation and WHMIS legislation.
• Periodically conduct media quality control tests.
• Prepare samples for safe and stable transport to internal laboratories with required documentation.
• Maintain adequate quality control in the lab with appropriate documentation.

• Strong practical scientific bench skills.
• Familiar with laboratory safety procedures and a strong awareness of hazardous materials used in science labs.
• Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.
• Willingness to learn new techniques.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a science-related field is required; Biology and/or chemistry is preferred.
• Minimum of two years of related experience.
• A strong science background with applied experience in lab procedures is required.
• The successful candidate should possess excellent work ethics and technical skills and be able to safely work independently and in a dedicated team.
• A combination of education and experience may be considered. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Additional Information

This is a Full-Time Permanent AUPE appointment as a Science Lab Technician with the University Transfer department on the Lloydminster campus, commencing on August 17, 2026.

All resumes are to be submitted electronically on our website

For further information, please contact Dang Van (***email_hidden***)

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. If suitable Canadian citizens or permanent residents cannot be found, other individuals will be considered. Those selected for an interview will be contacted.