Analytical Lab Services Specialist

Location: St. Catharines

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Job

Requisition  Type:

Full time Employee Group:

Staff Job Category:

Laboratory Support

Employment Type:

Temporary Department:

Faculty of Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Technical Operations Hiring Range:$87,620.25 - $Posting Information:

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

The internal posting deadline for this position is October 1, 2026 at 11:59

PMThis position is being offered as a Secondment or contract opportunity. Contract end date:
September 30, 2028

Job Description:

Primary Purpose This position is responsible for the provision of analytical and general chemistry services to support graduate and post-doctoral research in the Department of Chemical Engineering, including funded external research interests. The incumbent is required to manage the Chemical Engineering Analytical Services Laboratory and all aspects of its safe operations.

Key Accountabilities Analytical Services Be proficient in the use of analytical equipment and sample preparation. Possess a good knowledge of the associated limitations and operating parameters for each analytical technique.

Establish service-level objectives and consult with the lab director as to the objectives.

Provide analytical services for, and collaborate with, researchers across campus as well as clients from outside the university.

Identify and update analytical/testing services based on faculty needs and industry trends.

Supervise lab users including undergraduate and graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, visiting researchers and external users as they utilize the lab equipment in their research.

Recommend the upgrading or replacement of existing analytical instrumentation when required.

Provide analytical consultation for researchers on campus and for external clients, develop custom solutions for clients and help solve specific operational problems.

Assist faculty in the acquisition of new analytical instrumentation, which includes the writing of equipment grant proposals.

Expand and/or update knowledge and expertise by attending company, supplier and/or manufacturer training programs concerning analytical instruments or methods of analyses, with special emphasis on new devices and techniques.

Operations Ensure and maintain the day-to-day operational capability of the laboratory.

Provide regular maintenance to lab equipment and troubleshoot analytical and instrumental problems.

Ensure the operation of the facility according to the departmental and university safety procedures.

Proactively maintain an adequate level of consumables, chemicals, and analytical standards for the Lab.

Training Offer workshops and hands-on training on equipment usage to increase lab engagement.

Train researchers on the proper use of lab equipment and recommended quality control practices.

Develop and implement training programs, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and documentation.

Provide seminars regarding analytical chemistry and instrumental analysis, upon request of the Laboratory Director, Research and Special Projects.

Provide explanation of analytical techniques to visiting researchers and students touring the facility.

Financial Administration Establish competitive, transparent fee structures (internal, external academic, and industry rates) that support cost recovery or surplus generation.

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