Lab Helper B

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The Professor Ignea Lab at the Department of Bioengineering is seeking a dedicated and motivated Part-Time Lab Helper (B) to support research activities in their dynamic lab environment.

Position Summary

• Sterilization of glassware and consumables (autoclaving)
• Glassware washing
• Maintain readiness of consumables for use and sterilization (tips filling...)
• Maintain lab work areas clean and orderly
• Assist - on occasion- in preparing samples for testing with a multitude of lab equipment

Skills and Qualifications

• High School diploma
• One year of laboratory experience is required
• Good knowledge of Lab safety
• Fluent English

Expected start date: Jan 4 2027 Expected end date: June 30 2027

Number of hours per week: up to 15h

Hourly rate 18$

Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.

Knowledge of English: McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing.

The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level # 4  on a scale of 0-4
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Minimum Education and Experience:

High School Diploma 1 Year Related Experience

Hourly Salary:

(AMUSE B) $18.00

Estimated Number of Work Hours per Week:

10 (Part time)

Position Start Date:

2027-01-04

Position End Date:

2027-06-30

Deadline to Apply:

2026-10-31

This position is covered by the AMUSE collective agreement.

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