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Separations Lab Technician-LGC Analytical Standards

LGC are market leaders within the life-science sector, we deliver commercially viable solutions, products and technology platforms to our customers that bring new therapies to market; optimize food safety and production. Our motto “Science for a safer world” is something we never lose sight of.

We encourage team collaboration and in doing so, we have created our own way of reaching objectives and taking care of our people.

Here at LGC, we are deeply rooted in the behaviours we expect from all our colleagues, we will provide you with excellent opportunities, the latest technology and practices and we are passionate about making a difference.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and self-driven Full-Time Permanent Separations Lab Technician to join our LGC Analytical Standards team. This position is based out of Toronto, ON and reports into the Supervisor, Separations Lab.

At LGC we are driven by passion and curiosity, working together to deliver science for a safer world.

What We Can Offer You

Competitive Pay

Paid Time Off

Group Retirement Plan

Professional development and extended growth opportunities across the TRC and LGC networks

Monday to Friday working hours

Subsidized corporate gym membership with GoodLife Fitness and store and restaurant discounts

Position Summary

Provide, complete, and be responsible for tasks related to purification of compounds from synthetic projects in the lab. Contribute to a safe working environment and maintain an accurate record of all work, with attention to reproducibility and cost.

Key Accountabilities

Work Safely

Be able to set up and organize equipment so that it is run in a safe manner, with guidance from the Lab Supervisor or Team Lead

Abide by health and safety guidelines prescribed by governing bodies and the TRC Environmental Health and Safety Committee.

Maintain an organized workspace

Assist other Chemists in the Lab with their Projects through

Automated purification with Biotage/Teledyne units, normal and reverse phase, including taking TLCs of fractions, combining, concentrating and drying them

Purification by manual column chromatography, normal and reverse phase, including taking TLCs of fractions, combining, concentrating, and drying them

Optimization of manual column chromatography

Purification by preparative HPLC

Purification by simple and fractional distillation

Maintain a Reasonable Level of Productivity

Complete 2-3 purification tasks per day

Improve through experience

Keep Good Records

Keep a notebook that can be read, understood, and reproduced. May require clarification after auditing by the Lab Supervisor

Perform other duties and complete additional projects as assigned

If you are interested in being considered for this position, along with your resume please submit a short cover letter highlighting your experience and fit.

Please note all applications must be eligible to work within Canada.

LGC is an Equal Opportunity Employer; promoting accessibility and inclusivity at work and offering accommodation for applicants as required and requested.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected to proceed in the interview process will be contacted. Recruitment is managed internally by the HR department. Candidates and recruitment agencies, please note your inquiries should be directed to the HR department only.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry or similar degree or related experience

Willingness to learn is essential

Ability to assess and prioritize tasks

Familiarity with principles of chromatography

Good interpersonal awareness

Good analytical thinking

Courtesy and efficiency with shared equipment and workspace

Entrepreneurial mindset and initiative

Flexibility and adaptability

About Us

LGC strongly believes that every job applicant and employee should be valued for their individual talents regardless of age, disability, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief. Short listing, interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender, sexual orientation, marital status, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, age or trade union membership.

Who We Are

For over 35 years, Toronto Research Chemicals (TRC) has played a key role in the global market, serving clients around the world with their biomedical needs. In 2019, TRC joined LGC, a global leader in the life sciences sector, and together we play a vital role in providing mission critical components to customers across clinical diagnostics, pharmaceutical, research & government, food and other applied markets.

At LGC-TRC we’re driven by passion and curiosity, working together to deliver science for a safer world.