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Posting Reason:

Temporary replacement of a regular position

Job Type:

Employee

Anticipated Duration in Months (for contracts and temporary assignments):

10

Job Family:

Laboratory Support

# of Open Positions:

1

Faculty/Service - Department:

Biology Undergraduate Lab

Campus:

Main Campus

Union Affiliation:

SSUO

Date Posted (YYYY/MM/DD):

2026/07/02

Applications must be received BEFORE (YYYY/MM/DD):

2026/07/13

Hours per week:

35

Salary Grade:

SSUO Grade 07

Salary Range:

$59,038.00 - $74,574.00About the Faculty of Science:

Welcome to the Faculty of Science, a great place to learn, to explore, to question, to discover — opening your mind and pushing boundaries. It’s an exciting time to be part of a rewarding career in life sciences, natural sciences and mathematics. You will have access to world-class facilities, including our Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Complex, our extensive Biosciences Complex and our cutting-edge Advanced Research Complex, that are the envy of many universities.

We have strong links with a multitude of government and private research centres, providing countless opportunities and experiences.

We have become a true centre of excellence, earning recognition across Canada and abroad for our prowess in teaching and in our laboratories, where our researchers are addressing some of the most key and relevant scientific questions of our time. Our past is a testimonial to our passion, so will be our future. Will you be part of it?

*This position requires that the incumbent be available to work on a flexible schedule to meet operation requirements.

Position Purpose In this role, your responsibilities will include:

- Dishwashing and Sterilization Operations : Operates departmental sterilizers, and dishwashers, in CAREG and Biosciences. Develop and maintain a detailed schedule for receiving and processing materials and equipment from research and teaching laboratories. Evaluate incoming materials,



group them by processing compatibility, and determine the appropriate sterilization and washing cycles. Unload, inspect, and inventory sterilized items before redistributing them to respective research units and teaching labs. Ensure biohazard waste is prepared and disposed of according to University guidelines. Oversees daily maintenance of the equipment within the facilities. Conduct routine inspections and perform weekly testing on sterilizers and weekly maintenance on dishwashers to ensure they are functioning efficiently. Record all test results and maintenance activities. Report any issues with equipment to the supervisor promptly and coordinate repairs or replacements as needed.
- Greenhouse’s maintenance and monitoring : Assists the greenhouse manager with the maintenance of the research and teaching greenhouses. In the absence of the manager, performs daily watering and weekly fertilization, treats plants with insecticide if necessary and provide the researchers and graduate students with the materials and help they need. Helps with the removal of weeds, the yearly transplantation and trimming of plants. Using the ARGUS computer system, monitors greenhouses parameters, responds to alarms and makes the necessary adjustments during the greenhouse manager’s absence. Is on call on weekends and during the manager’s absence, using an internet connection to the software to monitor the greenhouses and must be available at all times to respond to emergencies on campus if needed and to communicate with University personnel if their intervention is needed.
- Support for Teaching Labs :



Helps the technical staff with the preparation of material for the teaching labs, makes solutions, sets up equipment and experimental kits and takes them apart after a lab session. Prepares material and experimental set ups for special events like University of Ottawa day, mini courses and students visiting the labs. Assists with the maintenance of lab equipment. Assists with the cleaning of lab space and the inventory of material at the end of each semester.

What you will bring:

- B.Sc. in Biology or a college diploma in horticulture or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
- Minimum two (2) years of demonstrated experience in a similar role (experience with autoclaves and dishwashers is highly desirable).
- Advanced Knowledge of sterilization techniques, biohazard disposal regulations, Health and Safety regulations, and proper waste disposal.
- Ability to operate, maintain and troubleshoot the autoclave and dishwasher.
- Understanding of the principles of sterilization, including time, temperature and pressure requirements for different materials.
- Familiarity with methodologies and laboratory protocols.
- Experience with software programs for monitoring greenhouse parameters is preferable.
- Capacity to perform repetitive tasks with consistent accuracy.
- Strong ability to work independently and within a team, coordinate activities, and meet deadlines.
- Good interpersonal skills and excellent knowledge of spoken and written French and English.
- Availability to work a flexible schedule to meet operational requirements

Key Competencies at uOttawa: Prior to May 1, 2022, the University required all students, faculty, staff, and visitors (including contractors) to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 as defined in Policy 129 – Covid-19 Vaccination. This policy was suspended effective May 1, 2022 but may be reinstated at any point in the future depending on public health guidelines and the recommendations of experts.

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