Technician

Union/Affiliation: C.U.P.E. Local 3338
Pay range: $2,472.74 to $2,799.57 bi-weekly
SFU Department Descr: Chemistry
Position Grade: 9
# of openings: 1
Biweekly Hours: 70
Who We Are

Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.

The Department of Chemistry is driven by research and our students to work alongside the core goals of the university. The teaching laboratory technicians team at the department of Chemistry provides essential support to our undergraduate and graduate students, Teaching Assistants, Faculty and Staff. Our priority is to provide support for our teaching laboratories to ensure smooth operation of core teaching operations.
About The Role

This position involves preparing undergraduate laboratories for teaching by making solutions and unknowns, setting up lab equipment, keeping the laboratory organized, doing demonstrations, and assisting lab instructors, students and teaching assistants (TAs) so experiments can be performed smoothly and safely. Prepares materials and equipment for lecture demonstrations and event shows.

Qualifications

B.Sc. in Chemistry. Ability to complete Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certification and relevant Laboratory Safety Training as offered by the University. 3 years of related experience. An equivalent combination of formal education, certificate/program of study and experience is acceptable.

• Ability to use a wide range of laboratory equipment (e.g., analytical balances, barometers, centrifuges, manometers, melting point apparatuses, refractometers, rotary evaporators, and ultrasonic cleaner) at an advanced level.
• Ability to use a wide range of laboratory instruments (e.g., pH meters, UV-visible and Fourier transform IR spectrometers, and gas chromatographs) at an advanced level.
• Ability to prepare complex reagents, mixtures, and solutions using correct lab techniques (e.g., accuracy in weighing, measuring, and titrating).
• Ability to adapt, modify, demonstrate and troubleshoot equipment and instruments.
• Ability to use word processing, spreadsheet and database applications (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access) in at a basic level.
  
  

What We Offer

At SFU, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace. We offer continuing employees who belong in the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE Local 3338):

• 3 weeks’ vacation (prorated for the first year)*
• Hybrid-work program for eligible positions
• Employer paid defined benefit pension plan
• On-campus tuition waiver for employees and their immediate family members*
• Funding for professional development expenses*
• And more!
• Prorated for part-time employees
  
  

Additional Information

An Internal Candidate has been identified.

For external candidates, the starting salary is the first step of the salary range.

Please include your cover letter and resume in one attachment.

SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university.

We are committed to facilitating accessibility within our application and interview processes. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact people_strategies@sfu.ca.