Laboratory Technician - Virology

Offre d’emploi originale

The technician will perform immunologic and molecular testing on various specimen types using techniques such as PCR, ELISA, and cell culture. They are also responsible for maintaining laboratory equipment, ensuring safety compliance, and assisting with the development and validation of new diagnostic tests.

Détails du poste

Department: LSD AHL VirologyPosition covered by the Collective Agreement with USW Local 4120 Temporary full-time from 09/07/2026 to 06/01/2028 Temporary Absence of the Regular Incumbent If you are a current employee of the University of Guelph you must apply on the internal Career Page in order to be considered as an internal applicant. Career Opportunities (sapsf.com) General Purpose The Laboratory Services Division (LSD) provides diagnostic and testing services to clients in private industry, government and academic organizations. A diverse service laboratory, LSD consists of two operational units: The Animal Health Laboratory (AHL) and the Agriculture and Food Laboratory (AFL). The Virology Section within the Animal Health Laboratory delivers comprehensive laboratory services, specializing in the detection of antigens, nucleic acids, and antibodies for a wide range of mammalian and avian viruses, as well as bacteria, mycoplasmas. The laboratory is seeking a technician to perform immunologic and molecular testing on various sample types, leveraging state of the art tools and technology supporting diagnostics, health monitoring, movement of animals, and export. Join a talented and collaborative team of professionals and grow your expertise in laboratory testing. Duties and Responsibilities Handling and preparing various specimen types for testing. Performing analysis of specimens via ELISA, PCR, sequencing, virus neutralization, agglutination, and cell culture. Conducting all techniques consistently to minimize errors. Producing accurate and reliable test results in a timely fashion following quality protocols, standard operating procedures, and work instructions. Troubleshooting of laboratory equipment. Complying with LSD guidelines and policies including Health and Safety, and Quality Assurance. Identifying non-conformances and non-routine situations to Supervisor to support continuous improvement. Assisting with development and validation of new tests. Writing reports, ordering, and maintaining quality control on reagents and chemicals. Ensuring laboratory cleanliness and safety. The Virology Section high-throughput environment is fast paced and highly collaborative. Candidates who bring a positive and service-focused attitude and who thrive managing multiple tasks and working within a team will be most successful in this role. Requirements Three-year community college diploma or undergraduate university degree plus 12 months of experience in a laboratory environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience Demonstrated experience conducting a variety of immunologic and molecular tests Excellent knowledge of computer software Excellent knowledge of personal and laboratory safety related to handling and disposal of infectious specimens Demonstrated organizational, oral/written communication skills Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety and WHMIS legislation in a laboratory environment; good understanding of analytical laboratory quality procedures and statistics Knowledge of automated laboratory systems would be considered an asset Why choose the University of Guelph Comprehensive Extended Health Care Benefits: Immediate enrollment in extended health and dental benefits as well as Pension Plan to cover yourself and your family. Time off: Strong vacation allocation, floater days and personal days. Wellness: In addition to extensive wellness programing, the University offers a yearly flexible spending credit that can be allocated to Health or Wellness Spending. Learning & Development: Educational opportunities such as access to tuition waivers, and the learning and development curriculum. On Campus Activities: Athletic subsidies, and access to networking events and team building opportunities. Must be or willing to be rabies vaccinated. Hours of work: 35 hours per week Monday to Friday with a rotational Saturday shift. Employee Type: Regular Position Number: 10482055 Classification: USW, Local 4120 Salary: Band 5 USW Local 4120 Wage Grid At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution. Posting Date: 09/02/2026 Closing Date: 09/09/2026

Ce que vous ferez

The technician will perform immunologic and molecular testing on various specimen types using techniques such as PCR, ELISA, and cell culture. They are also responsible for maintaining laboratory equipment, ensuring safety compliance, and assisting with the development and validation of new diagnostic tests.

Exigences

Candidates must possess a three-year community college diploma or an undergraduate university degree, along with at least 12 months of relevant laboratory experience. Proficiency in laboratory safety, computer software, and analytical quality procedures is required.

Avantages

• Extended health care benefits • Dental benefits • Pension plan • Vacation allocation • Floater days • Personal days • Wellness programing • Flexible spending credit • Tuition waivers • Learning and development curriculum • Athletic subsidies

Compétences indiquées

• Assurance qualité · Souhaitée
• Analyse de données · Souhaitée
• Troubleshooting · Souhaitée

Autres compétences pertinentes

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Virology
• ELISA
• PCR
• Sequencing
• Virus neutralization
• Agglutination
• Cell culture
• Laboratory testing
• Quality assurance
• Specimen handling
• Data analysis
• Troubleshooting
• WHMIS
• Occupational health and safety
• Report writing
• Reagent maintenance
• Report Writing
• Specimen Analysis
• Mycoplasma
• Laboratory Safety
• Laboratory Equipment
• Animal Health
• Nucleic Acids
• Medical Monitoring
• Neutralization
• Agriculture
• Cell Cultures
• Antibodies
• Antigens
• Reagent
• Cleanliness
• Communication
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent (ELISA) Assay
• Occupational Safety And Health
• Standard Operating Procedure
• Laboratory Testing
• Legislation
• Polymerase Chain Reaction
• Quality Assurance
• Statistics
• Team Building
• Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
• Viruses
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems
• Diversification (Investing)
• Rabies
• Quality Control

Domaines d’emploi

• Science & Research
• Healthcare
• Education
• Government & Public Sector
• Laboratory Technician
• Laboratory Technician (General)
• Medical and Pathology Laboratory Technicians
• Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians
• Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians