Laboratory Assistant - Distribution

at  Canadian Blood Services

Job category: Laboratory and phlebotomy
Job posting ID: 6585
Employment status: Regular part-time
Position’s anticipated start date: 2024-11-18
Possible schedule/FTE: .5
Classification: BT OPSEU 477
Salary/Rate of pay: $25.27
Application deadline: 2024-11-08

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Your up-to-date resume.
• We recommend you save a copy of the job posting for reference throughout the recruitment process.
  Do you currently work for Canadian Blood Services? All employees must apply via the internal career page.

TOGETHER, WE CAN MAKE ALL THE DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF OTHERS.

Be part of a dynamic, collaborative and caring organization committed to saving and improving lives. Thousands of patients depend on us every day for reliable access to safe blood, plasma, stem cells and organs and tissues.
If you are looking for a rewarding experience with a values and mission-driven team, join Canada’s Lifeline and make a meaningful difference.
We acknowledge that the work of Canadian Blood Services spans many Territories and Treaty areas across the country, and we are grateful for the Traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who have guided us in this important work. We recognize the land and waters that have inspired our work and offer gratitude to those Indigenous peoples on whose territory we work, live and play.

DESIRED EDUCATION AND SKILLS

• Completion of secondary education and minimum 1 year laboratory work experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. A post-secondary background in science is preferred.
• Technical skills including MS Office, and the ability to learn systems and programs, as required.
• Must have good oral and written communications skills.
• Ability to follow instructions precisely, prepare and maintain accurate records, and carry out repetitive tasks.
• Experience in food processing, pharmaceutical or biologics manufacturing is a strong asset.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Canadian Blood Services is looking for a [Employment status] Laboratory Assistant to join our dynamic Distribution team.
The Distribution team is responsible for supporting Canadian Blood Services by performing duties in manufacturing, releasing, and distributing blood products. In this role you will be working on the frontlines, assisting in the distribution of blood components that provide life-saving treatments for Canadians by providing technical assistance and maintaining the laboratory, all laboratory equipment and test instruments.

IF THIS ROLE RESONATES WITH YOU, WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO APPLY BY PROVIDING YOUR UP-TO-DATE RESUME. THIS COULD BE YOUR FIRST STEP TOWARDS A MEANINGFUL AND INSPIRING CAREER. COME TO WORK EACH DAY KNOWING THAT YOU SAVE LIVES.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those considered for an interview or those invited to participate in an assessment will be contacted. Emails are sent directly from our system, to ensure you receive them please add donotreply@blood.ca and system@successfactors.com to your safe senders list.
Applicants who require accommodation should discuss their needs with us.