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Pharmacy Assistant (Training Provided)
CareRx
Barrie, ON
CareRx is looking for a Pharmacy Assistant, L1 to join our Pharmacy team in supporting a group of LTC Homes and Retirement Communities. The Pharmacy Assistant will assist with the…
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Union - Pharmacy Assistant
CareRx
Sudbury, ON
CareRx is looking for a Pharmacy Assistant, L1 to join our Pharmacy team in supporting a group of LTC Homes and Retirement Communities. The Pharmacy Assistant will assist with the…
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Pouch Operator (Full Time)
ePac Flexible Packaging
Mississauga, ON
- Full-time
Reads job specifications and previous run data (if available) to determine machine adjustments and material requirements. Ensures job is in order prior to machine set-up.
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Pouch Operator (Full Time)
ePac Flexible Packaging
Mississauga, ON
- Full-time
Reads job specifications and previous run data (if available) to determine machine adjustments and material requirements. Ensures job is in order prior to machine set-up.
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Human Resources Assistant
Samsung SDS
Valleyfield, PE
- Contract
As an HR Assistant, you will be the primary HR support in our Québec (QC) Warehouse. You will work closely with business leaders and functional managers, to execute the HR strategy, HR…
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Pharmacy Assistant, Hourly Full Time Flexible Shifts Greenlight Requisition
Shoppers Drug Mart
New Glasgow, NS
- Full-time
Data entry for new prescriptions, and managing refill request processing
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Pharmacy Assistant, Hourly Full Time Flexible Shifts Greenlight Requisition
Shoppers Drug Mart
New Glasgow, NS
- Full-time
Data entry for new prescriptions, and managing refill request processing
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Pharmacy Shipping Assistant
Shoppers Drug Mart
Ottawa, ON
- Full-time
We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Pharmacy Shipping Assistant to support accurate preparation and delivery of pharmacy products to residents. This role maintains the shipping…
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Assistant Branch Manager
RBC
Surrey, BC
- Full-time
As an Assistant Branch Manager, you motivate and coach a high-performing team of Advisors in a dynamic, high-volume, and rewarding marketplace, while establishing and achieving team…
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Exam Office Assistant
McGill University
Montreal, QC · McLennan Library
- Part-time
Reporting to the Chief/Deputy Invigilators, the Exam Office Assistant supports the Crowdmark exam process by handling administrative tasks related to digital exam preparation and management.
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Bundling Office Assistant
McGill University
Montreal, QC · McLennan Library
- Part-time
Reporting to the Chief/Deputy Invigilators, the Bundling Office Assistant is responsible for preparing and organizing exam materials for each exam space, ensuring that all materials are…
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Christmas Kettle Assistant
The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda Territory
Orillia, ON
- Part-time
The Christmas Kettle Assistant helps to organize, direct, and supervise the work performed by Christmas Kettle Campaign Worker activities.
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Assistant Branch Manager
Money Mart
Toronto, ON
…customer experience, recruitment, training, coaching, performance management, and operational execution. Assistant Branch Managers help Team Members deliver friendly, accurate, and…
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Administrative Assistant III, Division of Developmental Pediatrics
Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health
Halifax, NS
Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer of Pediatrics, the Administrative Assistant provides administrative support to designated members of the Division of Developmental Pediatrics.…
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Pouch Assistant (Floater) - Morning / Eve Shift Flexibility
ePac Flexible Packaging
Mississauga, ON
- Full-time
The Pouch Assistant works with the Pouch Operator to convert high quality pouches for ePac and will perform various manual and mechanical duties to provide assistance in the set up and…
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Executive Assistant
Homestead Land Holdings Limited
Kingston, ON
- Full-time
Are you looking to take the next step in your career with a well-established Canadian company? As an Executive Assistant, you’ll have the opportunity to work independently while…
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Pharmacy Assistant, Hourly Part Time Flexible Shifts Greenlight Requisition
Shoppers Drug Mart
St. Albert, AB
- Part-time
Data entry for new prescriptions, and managing refill request processing
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Part-time Dual Surveillance Supervisor (16 month contract- Brantford Casino
Great Canadian Entertainment
Brantford, ON
- Part-time
Assist the management team with projects as needed
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Administrative Assistant
Hunter Mercantile
Aurora, ON
- $60,000 to $70,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
Administrative Support Specialist - Wealth Management
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Pharmacy Assistant (Kroll Data Entry)
CareRx
Oakville, ON
CareRx is looking for a Pharmacy Assistant L2 with Kroll pharmacy software experience to join our Pharmacy team in supporting a group of LTC Homes and Retirement Communities. The Pharmacy…
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Client Services Assistant
University of Victoria
Victoria, BC
- Full-time
…reporting to the Manager, Commuter Services, the Client Services Assistant (CSA) is responsible for the delivery of front office services including citation resolution, data entry, campus…
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People Services AI Solutions & Configuration Lead
Manulife
Toronto, ON · Waterloo, ON
- Full-time
Assess upstream and downstream impacts of proposed changes across HR processes, data, security, reporting, integrations, and employee experiences.
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ASD-E Assistant Manager, Budget and Accounting (Permanent)
Anglophone School District
Moncton, NB
- Full-time
Budget and Accounting Assistant Manager (PERMANENT)
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Mortgage Agent
Pineapple
ON · Ontario, Canada
- Full-time
Pineapple Platform: Utilize our proprietary, all-in-one CRM and deal management system featuring AI-enabled workflow automation, real-time data reporting, and automated marketing drip…
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Logistics Worker I
City of Grande Prairie
Grande Prairie, AB
- Full-time
Hourly headcounts in physical spaces to be collected, then entered for data tracking of spontaneous usage.

University of Victoria

Scientific Assistant

Victoria, BC, Canada

Full-time

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Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Nov 23, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 24, 2026

Original job description

Mandate

A Scientific Assistant (SA) plays an important role in ensuring the department functions efficiently and effectively by supporting students and faculty members and by coordinating with other technical staff, such as the Manager of Laboratories (ML), Senior Scientific Assistants (SSAs), and Scientific Assistants (SAs), as needed for the day-to-day operation of the unit. This position also provides specialist-level advice and training to students, faculty, and teaching assistants in the use of equipment and software in undergraduate and graduate teaching and research laboratories supporting the Mechanical Engineering and Biomedical Engineering programs, as well as the Department's research-based and professional graduate programs, including but not limited to the professional MEng programs in Biomedical Systems and Aerospace Systems Engineering.

Objectives

Support faculty and staff in developing, maintaining, and upgrading all teaching labs.
Support development of instructional lab manuals and the updating of lab equipment.
Provide oversight, ensuring that policy procedures and the safety of labs and student teams are followed in the department.
Support teaching assistants by providing training and oversight for running teaching labs.
Provide additional support to improve current processes and optimize procedures to ensure the department operates smoothly and effectively.
Support department leadership in meeting long-term planning and academic goals.

This role may require working outside of normal working hours on an emergency or pre-scheduled basis.

This position requires a level of education, training, and experience equivalent to an undergraduate degree in Engineering (mechanical, biomedical), Engineering Physics/Applied Physics, or a closely related technical discipline plus 3 years of relevant experience. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive and respectful working and learning environment.
Strong hands-on skills with mechanical systems are essential, as the role involves direct interaction with lab equipment, troubleshooting, and guiding users in practical applications.
Ability to design and construct electro-mechanical apparatus and interfacing with computers.
Demonstrated experience using electronic equipment such as power supplies, digital oscilloscopes, LCR meters, signal generators, DAQ, etc. Demonstrated administrative and organizational skills.
Working experience with engineering software packages such as MATLAB, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, LabVIEW, ANSYS, or similar.
Working familiarity with manual and computer-controlled machining equipment such as milling machines, lathes, laser cutting machine.
Familiarity with 3D printers, 3D scanners, bioprinters, etc.
Experience with microcontroller programming.
Experience with the use of electronic sensors, such as strain gages, thermocouples, pressure gages, encoders, etc. and subsequent data acquisition systems.
Demonstrated experience with the management of information systems and technology in accordance with industry best practice and internal UVic policies and standards including relevant professional development to keep knowledge and skills current.
Proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to apply project management best practices to achieve multiple project goals/tasks on time.
Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships.
Ability to maintain required safety certifications up to date (such as WHMIS, Laser Safety, Compressed gas, etc.)
Ability to grasp and articulate different engineering concepts.
Ability to act effectively under pressure in a dynamic environment.
Ability to take initiative and work with limited direction.
Ability to mentor and coach Teaching Assistants and student teams, and act as a resource.

Assets And Preferences

Experience supporting interdisciplinary engineering, biomedical engineering, applied-science, research-based graduate, or professional engineering programs.
Experience with computer programming languages such as Python, Java Script, C, C++.
Knowledge and/or experience about microfluidics.
Familiarity with biomedical laboratory environments and/or tissue culture in a BSL2 environment.
Familiarity with UVic programs, policies, procedures, and business systems.

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Responsibilities

Support the operation, development, maintenance, and improvement of teaching and research laboratories, including equipment, instructional materials, safety procedures, and laboratory processes. Train and advise students, faculty, and teaching assistants on equipment and software, coordinate with technical staff, and support departmental planning and academic goals.

Requirements

Requires education, training, and experience equivalent to an undergraduate degree in engineering, engineering physics, applied physics, or a related technical discipline, plus three years of relevant experience; equivalent combinations may be considered. Candidates need strong hands-on mechanical and electronics skills, familiarity with engineering software, machining and fabrication tools, sensors and data acquisition, and the ability to manage projects, maintain safety certifications, and mentor users.

Skills

Mechanical Systems Troubleshooting
Electromechanical Design and Construction
Electronic Test Equipment
Engineering Software
Machining Equipment
3D Printing and Scanning
Microcontroller Programming
Sensors and Data Acquisition
Laboratory Safety
Project Management
Teaching Assistant Mentoring
Laboratory Operations
Administrative and Organizational Skills
Microsoft Office
Biomedical Laboratory Practices

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Keywords

Mechanical Engineering
Biomedical Engineering
Engineering Physics
Applied Physics
Laboratory Operations
Teaching Laboratories
Research Laboratories
Mechanical Systems
Electromechanical Apparatus
Power Supplies
Digital Oscilloscopes
LCR Meters
Signal Generators
Data Acquisition
MATLAB
SolidWorks
AutoCAD
LabVIEW
ANSYS
Milling Machines
Lathes
Laser Cutting
3D Printers
3D Scanners
Bioprinters
Microcontrollers
Strain Gauges
Thermocouples
WHMIS
Laser Safety

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