Salary: $26.20 to $37.62 per hourplus vacation pay MINIMUM FORMAL EDUCATION/TRAINING: ~ Master’s degree or equivalent in qualifying area (relating to microscopy, analytical chemistry) required. Familiarity in working with / managing microscopy systems (transmitted light, reflected light, confocal, 3D microscopy) is required.

Experience in image analysis (microscopy, 3D imaging) is required.

Experience working with chemicals and archaeological / geological samples is required. Previous experience in laboratory work is preferred.

Background in XRF technology & / analytical chemistry is preferred.

Experience with EPIC, Concur or comparable purchasing systems or demonstrated technical background for navigating new systems is preferred.

Experience with website management, scheduling / booking systems is preferred. Minimum 2 years directly related experience is an asset.

Experience in training others in the laboratory setting is preferred.

Experience related to record-keeping in a lab workplace is an asset. Ability to adapt techniques, to plan and carry out experiments and procedures under general direction and to keep within scheduling guidelines is required. Initiative and ability to master new and difficult techniques through further education and training is required.

Previous experience in a research laboratory with microscopic imaging components is required. Excellent manual dexterity to perform the various sample processing techniques is required.

Experience with resin/epoxy embedding of sample material for sectioning is preferred.



Demonstrated ability to successfully organize a research laboratory is required. Presentation of data at national and international conferences.

Published data in geological & / anthropological journals. Technician who would be familiar with all systems in the laboratories, including thin sectioning ahead of imaging, confocal light microscopy (BX 51 system), confocal profilometry, μXRF, 3D structured light scanning and 3D microscopy, and 3D stereolithography printing. Support the day-to-day operation of all lab space, including organisation of equipment and samples, ensuring a safe and clean working environment.

Assist in the development of standard operating procedures and materials for training of undergraduate and graduate students in lab safety and methods. Manage the range of activities that use the laboratory technologies in support of research and training. Facilitate and support research projects through experimental design, implementation, and data analysis.

Coordinate / schedule user time on all instrumentation and access to the laboratories.



Maintain a booking system for equitable access and facilitate access hours to ensure that facilities are aligned with best EDI practices; Regularly report (bi-weekly) to the PS+ RG Director regarding all ongoing activities. Supervise student research assistants (SRA’s) while they are working with the equipment and be available to troubleshoot any issues arising.

Establish and improve sample preparation and processing techniques. Prepare and standardize chemical solutions and prepare solutions/media. Monitor and maintain stock of consumables for general maintenance of all systems and for coordinating servicing as needed.

Order and maintain a budget for all technical related purchases relating to the . Assist with website maintenance, social media, raising laboratory visibility. chemical and biosafety permits, student WHMIS training, chemical storage, valid CPR-AED, fire warden). The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities).

Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provisions of "The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act" (Manitoba).

📌 Laboratory Technician - Tech 4 (AESES) (Winnipeg)
🏢 Department of Food Science, University of Manitoba
📍 Winnipeg