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University of Guelph

GLP Laboratory Technician - Chemistry

Guelph, ON, N1G 2W1, Canada

Within 25 km of Waterloo · About 24 km from the city centre

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Posted: Oct 2, 2026

Original job description

Department: LSD AFL Chemistry Unit
Position covered by the Collective Agreement with USW Local 4120

If you are a current employee of the University of Guelph you must apply on the internal Career Page in order to be considered as an internal applicant.

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General Purpose

Working within the Chemistry Unit of the Agriculture & Food Laboratory and adhering to specific work unit protocols and SOP’s, the successful candidate will co-ordinate, lead and perform a wide variety of complex residue and trace contaminant analysis on various matrices and biohazardous materials, including atypical matrices and legal samples. A wide variety of analytical methods will be followed in adherence to ISO 17025, SCC, CALA and OECD GLP standards for quality assurance control and maintaining all related records.

Duties and Responsibilities

Set-up, operation, and trouble-shooting of laboratory instrumentation and equipment (such as GC-MS/MS or LC-MS/MS systems)
Coordinating weekly testing schedules within the team
Review and adherence to GLP project Study Plans
Overseeing bench-level laboratory assistant activities supporting various projects
Performing in-depth data reduction on data received from a variety of instrumentation
Reviewing, approving and reporting results to clients
Conducting method improvements and validation testing
Collaborating with other staff on continuous improvement of laboratory operations
Providing functional guidance to other staff on analytical projects
Performing general laboratory duties as required

Requirements

Two-year Community College diploma (Chemical Technology or Chemistry program)
One year of experience in a related field or, an equivalent combination of education and experience
Thorough knowledge and experience in analytical chemistry and/or biochemistry
Proven experience in conducting complex analysis in a client-focused, high-volume lab
Demonstrated experience setting up, operating and trouble-shooting advanced chromatographic analytical equipment and performing data-reduction on outputs
High level of attention to detail
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Demonstrated experience troubleshooting analytical methodologies
Proven experience directly interfacing with clients and delivering time-sensitive results
Working knowledge of method validation techniques within an OECD GLP laboratory environment
Experience working in an environment requiring a high level of flexibility and ability to respond quickly to changing project priorities and client requirements
Good working knowledge of computers and desktop/instrumentation software (i.e. Excel, Word, ChemStation, MassHunter, Analyst, Multiquant, SCIEX OS)
Good understanding of laboratory health & safety practices and related acts
Demonstrated self-motivation combined with the proven ability to work both independently and as a team member in a high-throughput analytical laboratory
Strong oral and written communication skills
Experience working in an OECD GLP laboratory is considered an asset.

Employee Type: Regular Position Number: 10486012

Classification: USW, Local 4120 Salary: Band 5
USW Local 4120 Wage Grid

At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution.

Posting Date: 10/05/2026 Closing Date: 10/12/2026

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Responsibilities

The technician will coordinate and perform complex residue and trace contaminant analysis on various matrices while adhering to ISO 17025 and OECD GLP standards. Responsibilities include operating laboratory instrumentation, reviewing project study plans, and reporting results to clients.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a two-year Community College diploma in Chemical Technology or Chemistry and at least one year of related experience. Proficiency in analytical chemistry, advanced chromatographic equipment, and method validation techniques is required.

Skills

Analytical chemistry
Biochemistry
GC-MS/MS
LC-MS/MS
ISO 17025
OECD GLP
Method validation
Data reduction
Chromatographic analysis
Laboratory instrumentation
Troubleshooting
Quality assurance
Time management
Client communication
Chemical technology

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Keywords

GLP
Chemistry
Laboratory Technician
ISO 17025
OECD
GC-MS/MS
LC-MS/MS
Chromatography
Biohazardous materials
Method validation
Data reduction
Chemical technology
Biochemistry
Quality assurance
ChemStation
MassHunter
Analyst
Multiquant
SCIEX OS
Residue analysis
Trace contaminant analysis
Laboratory safety
Analytical chemistry

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