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Education And Experience

At ALS, we encourage you to dream big. When you join us, you'll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insights to build a healthier future.

Build Your Laboratory Career with ALS

ALS is expanding its laboratory operations team and is seeking Entry-Level Laboratory Assistants to support seasonal demand, changing workflows, and day-to-day laboratory activities.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are eager to gain practical laboratory experience, develop technical skills, and explore a variety of career paths within a dynamic analytical environment. No two days may be the same: successful candidates will be cross-trained in several laboratory areas and assigned where support is most needed.

Training may include exposure to:

- Sample Preparation
- Weighing
- Specialty Assay
- XRF
- Spectroscopy
- Digestion
- Rack Management

By working across multiple laboratory functions, you will gain valuable experience in sample handling, basic analytical techniques, documentation, equipment care, and laboratory quality and safety practices.

Why Join This Team?

This role is part of a strategic initiative to build a flexible, well-trained team of cross-functional laboratory assistants. The team plays an important role in maintaining continuity across analytical workflows and supporting departments during seasonal fluctuations and changing priorities.

This position is well suited to someone who enjoys variety, pays close attention to detail, follows procedures carefully, and is motivated to learn.

As an Entry-Level Laboratory Assistant, you will have the opportunity to:





- Gain hands‐on experience in a professional laboratory environment
- Develop practical technical and analytical skills
- Learn about multiple laboratory departments and processes
- Work with experienced laboratory professionals
- Build a strong foundation for future growth within ALS
- Develop transferable skills that may support future opportunities in more specialized laboratory roles
- Contribute to accurate, timely, and high-quality analytical service

Key Responsibilities

Sample processing & Preparation

- Accurately weigh and handle geological materials
- Perform basic analytical techniques, such as pXRF scans and pH measurements
- Prepare instrument solutions and perform filtration as required

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- Maintain the timely storage and disposal of sample solutions

Sample Management & Laboratory Maintenance

- Scan, track, organize, and maintain accurate records of sample boxes
- Label, sort, and maintain the sequence and organization of materials and labware
- Clean and maintain labware and analytical equipment
- Wash and leach sample racks

Quality, Safety & Operational Support

- Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas
- Complete daily equipment verification records




- Report equipment issues promptly to the appropriate supervisor or manager
- Provide flexible, cross-functional support to laboratory departments
- Follow established methods, procedures, work instructions, and schedules
- Support analytical quality by completing tasks accurately and consistently
- Follow all ALS health and safety policies, procedures, and applicable safety regulations
- Promptly report safety, quality, or operational concerns
- Adapt to shifting priorities and project-based assignments
- Perform other related duties as assigned by the Lab Manager

What You'll Bring

Technical & Systems Skills

- Familiarity with sample weighing and the use of laboratory balances
- Basic computer skills, including email, printing, and data entry
- Basic familiarity with WebView or similar laboratory information systems is an asset

Operational & Task Management

- Strong attention to detail and hand‐eye coordination
- Good organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks
- Ability to follow procedures and instructions precisely
- Ability to identify and elevate issues when required

Communication & Work Style

- Effective written and verbal communication skills in English
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- A dependable, adaptable, and quality-focused approach to work
- Comfort working in a fast‐paced, team‐oriented environment

Education And Experience

Credentials & Experience

- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Previous laboratory experience is an asset but not required

Background & Interests

- Interest in chemistry, geology,

📌 Laboratory Assistant (North Vancouver)
🏢 ALS
📍 North Vancouver