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Analyst 1

Location: 

Edmonton, Alberta, CA

Type of contract:  Permanent
Posting date:  Jun 26, 2025
Job offer reference:  189376
POSITION PROFILE

 

Job Title:                             Analyst 1

Reports to (title):               Laboratory Supervisor / Laboratory Manager

Department:                       Laboratory

 

Basic Purpose:   What is the overall function of the job? 

 

  • Results oriented to produce high quality defensible analytical data, safely and on time by following applicable Standard Operating Procedures
  • Perform analyses and complex sample preparation proficiently
  • Gain full knowledge with respect to performing analytical procedures and related quality control techniques

 

Key Accountability/Responsibilities:   What specifically is this job expected to accomplish? 

 

  • Review LIMS summary reports to plan and organize daily work
  • Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) when conducting following work:
    • Perform sample preparation and procedure prior to analyses with high level of accuracy
    • Perform some analytical testing procedures
    • Employ proper laboratory techniques to minimize risk of mislabeling, sample mix-up and cross contamination between samples and other materials
    • Identify any non-routine samples and seek guidance on procedures for handling
  • Prepare standards and reagents and ensure adequate supplies are available by monitoring quantities
  • Operate and maintain all necessary instruments and equipment to complete tasks (PC / Mac computers, pipettes, thermal cyclers, automated sequencers, liquid handling instruments, etc)
  • Assess and correct problems with all laboratory operations according to SOP guidelines and ISO 17025 regulation criteria.
  • Meet quality and turnaround time required by the client and ensure samples are analyzed within holding time requirements
  • Identify and document all known sample deviations, non-conformances, and/or process deviations, provide input for corrective action and report to the Supervisor
  • Provide support to ensure that instruments and equipment are functioning and identify when maintenance is required and provide Supervisor/Manager with updates on workstation status including advance notification of any delays
  • Evaluate and initiate problem solving in all areas of the laboratory
  • Participate in developing Standard Operating Procedures and general work instructions
  • Perform method and/or data validation
  • Monitor the laboratory to improve efficiencies and reduce costs in a continuous and ongoing fashion
  • Support and comply with all Bureau Veritas policies, Quality System and Health and Safety program.
  • Participate, when requested in lab and Health and Safety meetings
  • Participate, when requested in internal and external audits
  • Provide training and guidance to junior staff
  • Maintain training records and relevant qualifications
  • Keeps work area clean, neat and organized
  • All other responsibilities as assigned

Skills and Knowledge:  What skills and knowledge are used to carry out job responsibilities and solve problems?

 

  • Post-Secondary school education or equivalent experience
  • Demonstrated success in the role of a Laboratory Technician
  • Sound knowledge of sample handling procedures to ensure continuity and integrity of samples through compliance with laboratory procedures and quality assurance protocols
  • Knowledge of, and experience with laboratory Occupational Health and Safety practices to handle hazardous materials by taking the necessary precaution
  • Excellent manual dexterity, record keeping, calculations and problem solving abilities
  • Flexible to perform varying duties to accommodate changing priorities
  • Accurately follows Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and instructions
  • Detail oriented with accurate record keeping skills
  • Good time-management, communication, multi-tasking and priority setting skills
  • Strong computer skills
  • Positive outlook with an ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Adapts to a changing environment
  • Works both independently and as part of a team
  • Learns quickly

 

Work Relationships

 

  • Internal:  Laboratory Operations, Customer Service and Sample Logistics Departments
  • External:

 

Working Conditions:  physical work environment, physical effort, visual and listening attention, and travel

 

  • High level of work production in fast-paced lab environment.  Can involve the repetition of the same process.  Requires patience, tenacity and persistence.
  • Flexible working hours, overtime and shift work
  • May involve long periods of standing
  • Some lifting and carrying (up to 40 lbs)
  • Hazardous materials are handled using established safety procedures and appropriate equipment

 

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