Lab Steward
Full-time at 1.0 FTE, One-Year Term with Benefits from Oct. 7, 2024 – Oct. 31, 2025
Canadian Mennonite University invites applications for a one-year term position as a Lab Steward. The successful candidate will work with faculty to support a growing undergraduate science program, which is an integral part of all our undergraduate degree paths. We are seeking an individual who loves laboratory work, collaborates effectively and enthusiastically with students and colleagues, and actively pursues opportunities to develop and refine their skills.
The successful candidate will have a thorough grounding in biological and chemical laboratory techniques and will take on the following duties (we will actively support training opportunities in areas where the candidate has less experience, as required):
KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
Administrative
- Manage lab budget, ordering laboratory equipment and supplies, as required.
- Overseeing the maintenance of laboratory equipment.
- Updating and maintaining inventories of materials and chemicals.
- Facilitating compliance with biological and chemical safety and hazardous materials regulations and standards.
- Supervising undergraduate lab assistant.
Laboratory Preparation
- Preparation of equipment, media, and solutions in advance of laboratory classes.
- Overseeing proper use and readiness of laboratory facilities.
- Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
A master’s degree in a related field (biological science or bio/organic chemistry) is preferred; a combination of education and substantial laboratory experience may be considered. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining a safe and efficient laboratory environment. Experience in laboratory management, including budgeting and inventory control, will be considered an asset.
CMU is a Christian liberal arts university rooted in the Mennonite tradition. We expect faculty, in their teaching, research, and service, to engage productively and critically with the intellectual and spiritual life of the campus community. Information about Canadian Mennonite University can be found at www.cmu.ca.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates should submit a letter of application highlighting relevant background and their particular interest in CMU, as well as a curriculum vitae and a statement on how their faith commitment informs their scientific work. Please also include contact information for three references.
Subject to final budgetary approval, the preferred start-date of the appointment is October 7, 2024. Rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Nominations or inquiries about the nature of the post may be directed to Dr. Jonathan Dueck, Vice President Academic, jdueck
Closing Date: Open until filled
Canadian Mennonite University is committed to employment equity while ensuring our recruitment process is barrier free. Applications are encouraged from members of equity-seeking communities including women, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and people of all sexual orientations and genders. If accommodations are needed, please send your request to hrdirector
Canadian Mennonite University is committed to employment equity while ensuring our recruitment process is barrier free. Applications are encouraged from members of equity-seeking communities including women, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and people of all sexual orientations and genders. If accommodations are needed, please send your request to hrdirector@cmu.ca.
We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
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