Mandate The Chemistry Scientific Instrumentation Specialist provides advanced technical leadership and operational oversight for departmental scientific instrumentation and laboratory technology. The position is responsible for the effective management, optimization, and ongoing operation of shared research and teaching instrumentation, ensuring equipment reliability, safety, and alignment with departmental teaching and research priorities. Working independently and in collaboration with faculty, researchers, technical staff, and students, the Chemistry Instrumentation Specialist provides specialized technical expertise, consultation, and leadership in the planning, implementation, maintenance, and improvement of departmental instrumentation resources.

This role supports institutional research and teaching objectives through proactive equipment management, technical problem-solving, and continuous improvement of laboratory operations.

Objectives

- Provide technical leadership and oversight for departmental scientific instrumentation and laboratory equipment.
- Ensure shared instrumentation is reliable, optimized, safe, and effectively managed throughout its lifecycle.
- Provide specialized technical consultation and support to faculty, researchers, instructors, and students.
- Lead the implementation, improvement, and standardization of instrumentation practices, procedures, and workflows.




- Develop and maintain expertise in advanced scientific instrumentation to support evolving departmental needs.

This position requires a master’s degree in Chemistry, Physics, Engineering, or a related discipline with a solid component in scientific instrumentation, laboratory systems, or technical operations. A minimum of 3-5 years of relevant laboratory or technical experience is preferred. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered. Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

- Commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive and respectful working and learning environment.
- Demonstrated expertise in operating, troubleshooting, maintaining, and managing scientific instrumentation.
- Ability to independently assess technical challenges, develop solutions, and exercise sound technical judgment.
- Strong knowledge of instrumentation principles, laboratory practices, and scientific applications.
- Ability to manage complex technical projects and priorities in a research and teaching environment.
- Experience providing technical consultation, training, and support to diverse users.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail, documentation, and operational planning.
- Ability to evaluate equipment needs and contribute to lifecycle planning and resource decisions.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, researchers, and students.

📌 Scientific Instrumentation Specialist (Victoria)
🏢 University of Victoria
📍 Victoria