Laboratory Analyst, Physiology & Pharmacology

Position Overview
The Department of Physiology & Pharmacology in the Cumming School of Medicine invites applications for a Laboratory Analyst. This Full-time Fixed Term position is for approximately 1 year (based on length of grant funding), with the possibility of extension.
The position of Laboratory Analyst for the Alberta Centre for Toxicology (ACFT) reports to the Research and Development Manager and Alberta Biomonitoring Manager.
The Laboratory Analyst is responsible for basic daily/weekly/monthly routine instrumentation maintenance, method/instrument trouble shooting, running research and development samples, data analysis, inventory management and ordering instrument supplies. Position requires working on multiple different analytical procedures. Position is responsible for scheduling their own work day/week as determined by the job duties assigned and requires excellent time management skills so that deadlines are met.
Normal working hours are day shift, Monday to Friday. Some overtime and very occasional weekend work may be required.
Work requires possible exposure to dangerous materials and/or situations and is conducted in an area with constant background noise from instruments and gas tank pressure relief valves. The biological samples used by this position places the laboratory in the Biohazard Level 2 which requires University of Calgary hazard training.
Position Description
Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):

• May assist in reviewing and preparing of manuals for test methods, training and orientating other staff, develop, validate and write-up test methods
• Maintain an adequate level of supplies, reagents, standards as well as a chemical inventory list
• Perform other assigned duties as required
• Prepare and validate calibrators, controls, buffers, reagents, standard solutions and other solutions as required for routine chemical tests
• Review data analysis and document quality controls. Maintain a good documentation of internal chain of custody, quality control charts, maintenance logs, verification logs, and preparation logs
• Perform daily instrument calibrating and running quality controls. Assist in routine maintenance and trouble-shooting of instruments and equipment
• Specific accountabilities are determined by the Manager depending upon individuals training and experience and the needs of the laboratory. Position may be responsible for performing analysis as required for research programs. Position may be responsible for recommending, implementing and validating new procedures or making improvements to existing procedures and maintaining established programs and procedures

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry or equivalent
• The successful applicant will be required to take Workplace Hazard Materials Information System Certificate (WHMIS), Biosafety Level 2 training, and other safety related courses as provided by the University of Calgary
• Minimum one year of related experience in analysis using LC-MS/MS or GC-MS/MS instrumentation is desirable
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs is desirable
• Must have excellent communication skills and be a team player
• English language skills in reading, writing and oral communication are required
• Ability to work independently and within a team with minimal supervision, multitask, focus on attention to detail when performing tasks, produce high quality work with accuracy and speed, prioritize and maintain a flexible schedule based on needs

Application Deadline: June 28, 2023
We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.
Additional Information
This position is part of the AUPE bargaining unit, and falls under the Technical Job Family, Phase 1 .
To find out more about management and staff opportunities at the University of Calgary and all we have to offer, view our Management and Staff Careers website . For more information visit Careers in the Cumming School of Medicine .
The University strongly recommends all faculty and staff are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
About The University Of Calgary
The University of Calgary is Canada’s leading next-generation university – a living, growing and youthful institution that embraces change and opportunity with a can-do attitude. Located in the nation’s most enterprising city, the university is making tremendous progress on its Eyes High journey to be recognized as one of Canada’s top five research universities, grounded in innovative learning and teaching and fully integrated with the community it both serves and leads. The University of Calgary inspires and supports discovery, creativity and innovation across all disciplines. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca .
The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy in line with the foundational goals of Eyes High , committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.
As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion ( [email protected] ) and requests for accommodations can be sent to Human Resources ( [email protected] ).
We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, however preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.