Research Laboratory Assistant Blood Testing

Conduct blood component testing and laboratory operations Monday to Friday at Vancouver’s netCAD Research & Development department.

Canadian Blood Services seeks a regular full-time Assistant-Development I–III for its Innovation & Portfolio Management team. The position operates within a miniature blood centre supporting development of blood products and research supply. Responsibilities span instrument testing, reagent readiness, data verification, administrative coordination, and training. The schedule is Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

• Use hematology, blood gas, pH, microscopy, and flow instruments
• Identify, follow up, and resolve instrument alarms and flags
• Order and receive supplies and book shipments
• Contribute to operating procedures and work instructions
• Coach and train new team members

• Recognized education in biological or medical laboratory sciences
• Knowledge of blood component collection, manufacturing, and testing
• Proficiency with PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Access
• Ability to learn laboratory equipment and computer systems
• Ability to lift up to 10 kilograms (22 pounds)

Use laboratory equipment, data accuracy, and operational judgment to advance blood testing and development work in Vancouver.