Laboratory Technician B

at  AGAT Laboratories

AGAT Laboratories is a full-service laboratory with locations across Canada. We are the most diversified laboratory in Canada. Our scientists are highly-skilled and specialized in the fields of biochemistry, chemistry, microbiology, geology, engineering and other specialty services. With a broad range of staff experience and state-of-the-art instrumentation, we provide cross-analytical solutions for the Environmental, Energy, Mining, Transportation, Industrial, Agri-food and Life Sciences sectors.

SUMMARY:

AGAT Laboratories is currently seeking a skilled and motivated Laboratory Technician with experience in Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) working out of our Dartmouth, NS facility. This is a position with a permanent status. The Laboratory Technician will play a crucial role in supporting our research and development activities.
Schedule: Monday to Friday from 8am to 4:30pm

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience with GC-MS.
• Strong understanding of organic chemistry principles.
• Proficiency in laboratory techniques and instrumentation.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Assisting in the development and optimization of analytical methods.
• Maintaining accurate laboratory records and documentation.
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience in method development and validation.
• Familiarity with other analytical techniques such as HPLC or NMR.
• Knowledge of laboratory information management systems (LIMS).

• Preparing and processing samples for GC-MS analysis.
• Operating and maintaining GC-MS instruments to analyze organic compounds.
• Provide general lab support including washing glassware, cleaning work stations and waste disposal.
• Calibrate, operate, maintain and troubleshoot intermediate instruments.
• Compile, verify and validate accurate data records.
• Meet quality assurance and turn around specifications.
• Follow all Quality Control and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Interpreting and reporting analytical data.
• Ensuring compliance with laboratory safety protocols and quality control standards.
• Other duties as assigned.