Aquatic Research Technician II – Aquatic Toxicology Specialist

Aquatic Research Technician II - Aquatic Toxicology Specialist

The Huntsman Marine Science Centre Aquatic Biosciences department is looking to fill an Aquatic Research Technician II Specialist position with an individual having specific interest, experience and skillset associated with Aquatic Toxicology. We are looking for a highly motivated and dynamic individual who works well both individually and within a team of technicians and research scientists to conduct a diverse set of confidential research contracts and projects for commercial, government, and university sponsors. This is primarily a laboratory position but there may be occasional fieldwork opportunities.

WAGE AND BENEFITS: Hourly wage commensurate with experience plus benefits, including health care, annual and sick leave, life insurance and retirement plan available. This full-time position will be offered on an indeterminate basis and is funded through research contracts.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate and lead In Life Phase aquatic toxicology studies, including organize staff, trial preparation, conduct exposures, ongoing husbandry and data collection, and quality checks with entry of collected data.
• Mentor and train less experienced members of the team and visiting students.
• Assist with laboratory management and organization, including laboratory supplies and equipment.
• Develop methods and design of experimental set-ups, involving troubleshooting and prototype testing, with research and technical staff.
• Comprehend, assimilate and adhere to regulatory requirements (such as Good Laboratory Practices), laboratory Standard Operating Procedures, study protocols and other instructions.
• Prepare Standard Operating Procedures related to project activities and complete required technical staff training.
• Other duties may involve preparation of analytical standards, reagents, and/or solutions; preparing appropriate glassware; maintaining thorough documentation; work with diverse analytical instrumentation.
• Reliably work independently as well as within a team of study participants having diverse talents and personalities.
• Verify data recorded on Data Capture Forms to ensure compliance with department Standard Operating Procedures and Study Plans/Study Protocols as necessary. Undertake data QA/QC when required.
• Cross training in other department disciplines as needed to meet project and business demands.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be able to work in a production-focused laboratory, while being detail-oriented and efficient.
• Relevant Bachelor degree or technical diploma or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated understanding of aquatic toxicology study principles through a combination of hands-on experience and coursework.
• Experience handling aquatic species and life stages that Huntsman Marine projects rely upon, including but not limited to marine fish and invertebrates, amphibians, freshwater invertebrates, and live feed production.
• Proficiency in computer use including spreadsheets, word processing and internet is expected.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience to coordinate and assign varied tasks to numerous team members is an asset.
• Experience with analytical instrumentation, such as spectroscopy, fluorometry and qPCR, is an asset.
• GLP experience is a plus.
• Valid driver's licence - class 5.
• Ability to legally work or obtain a Visa to work in Canada.

This position is expected to involve weekend and holiday work, answering emergency calls and shift work might be necessary and as part of a staff rotation. Travel may also be required to support field sample collection and field trials.

APPLICATION: Applications are now accepted with the position anticipated to begin as soon as possible. Applicants should indicate current citizenship and work permit status for employment in Canada. Although Canadians and permanent residents to Canada will be given priority, all qualified candidates will be given full consideration. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Send single electronic submission with cover letter, CV, and names of three references (including e-mail and telephone number) to:

Huntsman Marine Science Centre
1 Lower Campus Road
St. Andrews, NB E5B 2L7
E-mail: [email protected]