Coordinate laboratory operations and field programs at the University of Calgary, using sample processing, safety practices, and research logistics expertise.

This full time fixed-term Laboratory Coordinator supports the Department of Earth, Energy & Environment for approximately seven months. Reporting to the Principal Investigator, you will coordinate laboratory workflows, technical procedures, field logistics, and regulatory compliance. The work supports research programs involving tissue, sediment, and water samples. You will also maintain equipment, inventories, standard operating procedures, safety records, and permits. Strong organization and planning are essential across multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines.

Key Responsibilities:

- Coordinate daily laboratory scheduling, workflows, and shared resources
- Process biological and environmental samples using established protocols




- Maintain equipment, inventories, SOPs, and safety documentation
- Plan domestic and international field logistics, permits, and shipments
- Train students and coordinate onboarding for new lab members

Requirements:

- Bachelor's degree in biological, environmental, or related sciences
- Minimum three years' related laboratory or field research experience
- Experience processing tissue, sediment, and water samples
- WHMIS training and knowledge of laboratory safety practices
- Valid Class 5 driver's license and remote travel ability

Bring laboratory coordination, field planning, sample processing, and safety expertise to research at the University of Calgary.

📌 Laboratory and Field Research Coordinator (Calgary)
🏢 University of Calgary
📍 Calgary