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Requisition #

T0138.1

Job Title

Lab Coordinator

Division Department

Royal Roads University -> Office of the Vice President,



Academic & Provost -> Faculty of Social and Applied Sciences -> School of Environment & Sustainability

Recruitment Type

Regular Full Time

Category

Admin and Support Services

# of Hires Needed

1

Closing Date

September 09, 2026

As part of the Lab Instructional Team (in coordination with the BSc Environmental Science Program Head and existing Lab Coordinator) and reporting to the Senior School Manager, School of Climate & Environment, you will provide academic teaching and laboratory support to the School��s programs. The specific duties involve: assisting with lab teaching, and marking lab activities to registered students; supervising students in the lab and assisting in field work; assistance with development of new course labs; and identification and procurement of equipment and materials needed for teaching and lab functions. This position requires knowledge of operation and simple maintenance of analytical instrumentation used for teaching and research in the School of Climate & Environment.

Job Requirements

- Masters of Science or Bachelor of Science with 4 years of relevant experience
- Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) training
- Ability to work both independently and as part of an instructional and research team
- Ability to prioritize tasks and exercise time management
- Detail oriented and results driven
- Ability to give clear concise directions to students and to take a proactive approach to student questions and concerns (excellent written and verbal communication skills).
- Ability to recognize your own limits and request assistance when needed




- Ability to communicate well with members of the public (special interest groups using the lab, school teachers and parents attending lab programs as part of the school visitation program).
- Committee work as required (i.e. Occupational Health & Safety, etc.), to represent the lab
- Coordinating with program staff to schedule labs and complete lab bookings
- Ensure adherence to all applicable safety regulations and protocols
- First Aid training and/or Willingness to undertake first aid and other relevant training (i.e. WHMIS, Transportation of dangerous goods)

Additional Information

This is a regular, full-time position working 37.5 hours per week. This position has been evaluated at MPT-A with a salary range of $66,341 (minimum) to $77,946 (midpoint) to $89,553 (maximum) per annum. Employment offers will normally be made between the minimum and midpoint of the range and are determined by knowledge, experience and internal equity. The University is pleased to offer a comprehensive benefit package.Royal Roads University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our faculty and staff including, but not limited to, women, visible minorities, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

While Royal Roads University values all applications we receive, only those candidates shortlisted for further consideration will be contacted. However, you will need to be legally eligible to work in Canada for the duration of the employment contract. If you require any form of accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please contact us directly at [email protected] attention: Abbi Rogers or (phone hidden) extension 4408 so we can offer you individualized assistance and ensure equity in our recruitment and hiring process.

ALL COMPETITIONS WILL CLOSE AT 10.00 P.M. ON THE DATE OF CLOSING

📌 Lab Coordinator (Shawnigan Lake)
🏢 Royal Roads University
📍 Shawnigan Lake