Laboratory Summer Student at Public Health Ontario

Hamilton, Ontario, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Jun, 26

Salary

17.75

Posted On

08 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Laboratory Safety, Equipment Troubleshooting, Following Procedures, Handling Biological Hazards, Water Sample Processing, Environmental Bacteriology, Clerical Duties, Customer Service

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Laboratory Summer Student Location: PHO Hamilton Laboratory, 250 Fennell Avenue West, Hamilton, ON Department: Hamilton Laboratory This posting is to fill a current vacancy. The Role: Public Health Ontario is looking for students to join us this summer to support our water testing program. We operate one of the largest public health laboratory systems in the world with 11 locations across Ontario (Hamilton, Kingston, London, Orillia, Ottawa, Peterborough, Sault Ste. Marie, Sudbury, Thunder Bay, Timmins and Toronto). Please visit our Laboratory Services page to learn more about our water testing program! Number of positions: 1 Duration: 15 weeks Hours of work: 30 hours per week Key Responsibilities Handling and processing water samples for environmental bacteriology. Clerical duties and customer service. Knowledge and Skills- Knowledge of laboratory safety. Ability to identify problems with equipment and refer to appropriate action. Ability to follow instructions and procedures related to the handling of biological hazards. Education and Experience- Preference will be given to students currently enrolled in a post-secondary program which focuses on public health, micro-biology, bacteriology, life sciences, and/or laboratory technologist/technician program. Duration: Student (Fixed Term), 3 month(s) Hours of Work: Part time, 30 hours per week Compensation Group:Ontario Public Service Employees Union Compensation Range :$17.60 - $17.75 Posting Date: 03-9-2026 Closing Date: 03-5-2026 Please note: applications will be received no later than 11:59pm on the date preceding the closing date as indicated on the Job Requisition. Note: Internal candidates will be considered first. While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be contacted. Any information obtained during the course of recruitment will be used for employment recruitment purposes only, and not for any other purpose. PHO is committed to ensuring equity in employment. Our goal is to create a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to ensure our services and communications are accessible to all individuals. Any candidate who requires a job posting in an alternative format may email a request to HR_Inquiries@oahpp.ca. Once an applicant has been selected for an interview, they can inform PHO about any accommodations they may require at any stage of the interview process. Public Health Ontario (PHO) is an agency of the Government of Ontario dedicated to protecting and promoting the health of all Ontarians and reducing inequities in health. We link public health practitioners, front-line health workers and researchers to the best scientific intelligence and knowledge from around the world. With our partners in government, public health and health care, we provide the scientific evidence and expert guidance that shapes policies and practices for a healthier Ontario. PHO has locations across Ontario, including 11 laboratory sites. We’re committed to ensuring equity in employment. Our goal is to create a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to ensure our services and communications are accessible to all individuals. Any candidate who requires a job posting in an alternative format may email a request to HR_Inquiries@oahpp.ca. For more information, visit publichealthontario.ca. Didn’t find a job that matched your profile? We are always looking to grow our talent pool of public health professionals. Introduce yourself and our recruitment team will have access to your profile for future job opportunities.

Responsibilities

The role involves supporting the water testing program by handling and processing water samples for environmental bacteriology. Additionally, the student will be responsible for performing clerical duties and providing customer service.