Laboratory Assistant - 1 month contract

Job Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented Laboratory Assistant to for a temporary position starting March 10th until April 10th with possibility of extension. The ideal candidate will assist in various lab support and general administrative tasks.

Location is fully onsite near UBC - this is NOT REMOTE

Responsibilities

Lab Duties

• Replenish lab supplies as needed, 3 times per week (minimum)
• Review the inventory and work with Procurement to record as needed
• Prepare Order requests
• Scrape the ultra-low temp (medical grade) freezers once per week (PPE provided)
• Receive shipments
• Transfer inventory
• Organize lab coats when they arrive
• Remove Chem Waste
• Eyewash Station Test

General Duties

• Distribute food supplies
• While distributing food to kitchen, replenish supply of coffee / tea as needed

Qualifications

• Lab experience an asset
• Strong computer skills, with knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint, Word
• Ability to interpret work related documents, policies, and procedures
• Strong time management skills, with proven ability to effectively manage multiple priorities daily
• Ability to lift 40 lbs
• Detail-oriented and well organized
• Excellent communication, problem solving, and negotiation skills
• Positive team player that displays initiative and is a fast learner with the ability to adapt to changes

Join us as a Lab Assistant where you can contribute to their research mission while developing your skills in a supportive environment!

Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 1 month

Pay: $23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week