Laboratory Technician

About Us

3DBioFibR Inc., founded in 2020, is a growing biotechnology company currently located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia. Collagen fibers produced using our patented dry-spinning technology recapitulate the biomechanical and biochemical properties of natural collagen structures. With a fully automated manufacturing system, we are the first to produce collagen fibers at commercial scales for a variety of tissue engineering applications, including additives for 3D bioprinting and hydrogels, and cellular scaffolds for 2D and 3D cell and tissue culture.

About the Role

Join 3DBioFibR as a Laboratory Technician, supporting day-to-day operational activities within a biomanufacturing environment. In this role you will be focused on manufacturing consistent, high-quality biomaterials, which will include ensuring laboratory readiness, equipment functionality, and material preparation to enable efficient manufacturing, validation, and R&D activities. The position is primarily operational and execution-focused, with responsibilities spanning manufacturing, cell culture, laboratory maintenance, solution preparation, cleaning, equipment verification, documentation, and general technical support across departments as needed.

This is a full-time, on-site position located in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Responsibilities

Operational Support

• Prepare buffers, dopes, reagents, and solutions according to approved SOPs and batch records.
• Support routine manufacturing activities as directed.
• Assist with material transfer, staging, as needed.
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness and readiness for production activities
• Perform equipment cleaning and preparation following controlled procedures.
• Support basic in-process checks as trained.
• Carry out other duties and responsibilities related to R&D and manufacturing as required to support business objectives.
• Assist with inventory tracking and restocking of consumables.

Equipment Maintenance & Verification

• Calibrate and/or verify laboratory equipment, including but not limited to pH meters, analytical balances, pipettes, ovens, temperature probes.
• Document calibration and verification activities in accordance with QMS requirements.
• Identify and report equipment issues or deviations.
• Assist with preventive maintenance activities as needed.

Laboratory & Facility Support

• Dispose of chemical and biological waste according to safety procedures.
• Clean glassware and laboratory tools as per approved SOPs and batch records.
• Prepare workspaces for validation or R&D studies.
• Support environmental monitoring activities if required.

Documentation & Compliance

• Complete batch records and controlled forms accurately and legibly.
• Follow established SOPs, safety policies, and ISO 9001/13485 regulations.
• Support audit readiness by maintaining organized documentation and work areas.
• Participate in training programs and maintain training compliance.
• Ensure traceability of materials, reagents, and cell lines.
• Support deviation reporting, investigations, and corrective actions (CAPA) as required.

Cross-Functional Support

• Provide general technical assistance to Manufacturing, Validation, Engineering, and R&D teams.
• Assist with protocol execution.
• Support ad hoc laboratory or facility projects as assigned.
• Perform miscellaneous tasks required to maintain workflow efficiency.

Cell Culture Operations

• Perform routine aseptic culture of adherent and/or suspension cell lines.
• Execute cell passaging, seeding, feeding, and harvesting.
• Monitor cell health, morphology, and confluency.
• Perform cell counting (manual and/or automated) and viability assessments.
• Cryopreserve and thaw cell lines following established procedures.
• Maintain cell culture inventory and lineage traceability.
• Prepare reagents, media, and buffers according to SOPs.
• Assist in experimental setup and execution under supervision.

BSL-1 Laboratory Practices

• Adhere to biosafety guidelines appropriate for BSL-1 environments.
• Maintain clean and organized biosafety cabinets and lab spaces.
• Properly handle and dispose of biological and chemical waste.
• Perform routine cleaning and disinfection of work areas.

Qualifications and Skills

• Diploma or technical degree in chemical laboratory technology, biotechnology, chemical engineering or related field (or equivalent work experience)
• 2+ years of experience working in an industry laboratory and/or manufacturing environment
• Ability to work independently and accurately in a fast-paced manufacturing setting
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and commitment to safety and regulatory compliance