July 29, 2025

TECHNOLOGIST II, ELECTRONICS (BAND LEVEL 6)

Department of Technical Services

(Two-Year Contractual Position)

This competition may be used to fill identical positions in this unit within three (3) months of the closing date

All qualified employees are welcome to apply, however preference is given to CUPE members

The University will consider applications from qualified permanent staff who may be interested in a temporary assignment, subject to departmental approval

Under general supervision, the Technologist II will perform skilled work in the design, fabrication, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, testing, certification, calibration, modification, and installation of electronic equipment and infrastructure throughout the University. Duties include repairing laboratory equipment; installing structured data network cabling and related infrastructure; fabricating and testing custom research apparatus; testing and maintenance of safety systems such as fume hoods or biological safety cabinets; assisting in the design, programming, and fabrication of custom microcontroller-operated devices; and performing other related duties as required.

Experience (3-5 years) at a skilled level in the maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, testing, modification, and installation of electronic equipment; completion of a three-year program in Electronics Technology; or an equivalent combination of experience and training may be considered. Strong troubleshooting skills, a commitment to safe work practices, and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and clients are essential. Experience with Arduino, Raspberry Pi, PLCs, or coding, and experience in a university, college, or laboratory environment are considered assets.

An upscale hiring step has been applied to this position (Step 6)

CLOSING DATE August 13, 2025 by 5:00 p.m. NST

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, preference will be given to applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada. Memorial University is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women, people of any sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression; Indigenous peoples; visible minorities and racialized people; and people with disabilities.

The personal information requested in your application is collected under the authority of the Memorial University Act (RSNL 1990 c M-7) for the purpose of identifying and recruiting candidates; assessing applicant qualifications; and maintaining records pertaining to the administration of employment with Memorial University of Newfoundland.

If you are a successful candidate, this information will form part of your permanent employment record and will be used for other activities related to the employment process. This information may be disclosed to government departments and agencies as legally required; and to third party service providers, as necessary to administer programs and activities.

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We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.