Location: Montreal
Nature of the Work & Responsibilities NATURE OF THE WORK
The principal and customary work of the employee in this employment class consists in assisting the teaching personnel in the preparation, presentation, and supervision, and evaluation of laboratory work.
RESPONSIBILITIES Lab Preparation and Instructional Support- Prepare laboratory exercises, materials, reagents, specimens, cultures, and equipment for teaching laboratories.
- Consult with faculty regarding upcoming laboratory activities and assist in developing or implementing new laboratory exercises.
- Set up, test, and dismantle laboratory activities and provide in-lab support as required.
- Maintain preparation manuals, laboratory records, and course support materials, when applicable.
- Operate, maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment, microscopes, and instrumentation.
- Coordinate preventative maintenance and repairs with service providers.
- Ensure teaching laboratories, preparation areas, and storage spaces remain organized and operational.
- Maintain inventories of chemicals, biological materials, supplies, glassware, and equipment.
- Order, receive, inspect, and organize laboratory supplies and materials.
- Evaluate new laboratory equipment and supplies in collaboration with faculty and vendors.
- Ensure compliance with laboratory health and safety regulations.
- Inspect and maintain emergency equipment, including first aid kits, eyewash stations, and safety showers.
- Ensure the safe handling, storage, and disposal of chemical and biological materials.
- Liaise with College departments such as Purchasing, Receiving, and Facilities Management, as required.
- Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.
To have a secondary school diploma (DES) or a diploma or an attestation of studies which is recognized as equivalent by the competent authority.
CONDITIONS- Basic skills in Microsoft Excel
- Advanced oral and written English communication skills (testing may be required)
- Basic oral and written French conversation skills (testing may be required)
Dawson College adheres to an equal access employment program and, as such, encourages women, Indigenous peoples, visible and ethnic minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply.
The College is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities and encourages candidates to self-identify during the application process.
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