Research Technologist, Centre for Advancement of Water and Wastewater Technologies

What Are We About?

Fleming is located in the heart of the Kawartha Lakes Region in Central Ontario, Traditional Mississauga Anishinaabe Territory and covered by the Williams Treaties,1923... a beautiful place to live and work, surrounded by natural beauty and a mere 90 minutes north-east of Toronto. The College’s 6,800 full-time and 10,000 part-time students, including hundreds of international students from countries around the world, attend at campus locations in Peterborough, Lindsay, Haliburton and Cobourg. Fleming offers more than 100 full-time programs in Environmental and Natural Resource Sciences, Fine Arts, General Arts and Science, Technology, Skilled Trades, Community Development, Health, Business, and Justice as well as other Continuing Education courses.

We are also extremely proud of our more than 85,000 Fleming alumni who are contributing to their communities in the region, across the province and around the world.

What This Position is About :

The CAWT Research Technologist will install, decommission, and operate a wide range of experiments, technologies and laboratory instruments in the Centre for Advancement of Water and Wastewater Technologies (CAWT) at the Frost Campus and remote locations. The incumbent will implement and execute a variety of research projects by following project outlines and test plans following standard methods, procedures and as developed by Research Scientists.

The incumbent will conduct laboratory analyses as required for water and wastewater treatment research in an accredited lab (ISO 17025 : 2017) within set timelines and in adherence to established methods. They will develop and validate laboratory methods and procedures necessary for the analytical needs of a research project, including keeping detailed records, developing standard operating procedures, work instructions, and health and safety protocols in consultation with the CAWT Manager, CAWT Laboratory Coordinator, and Research Scientist.

They will ensure integrity of data collected through laboratory methods and procedures and ensure it is recorded and backed up in accordance with accepted laboratory procedures. They will follow quality control (assurance) measures to ensure repeatability and data integrity. They will be responsible for maintaining and calibrating laboratory equipment and infrastructure, as well as undertaking troubleshooting and repair work. They will coordinate with external parties including vendors and manufacturers for services, repairs, troubleshooting, and to obtain quotes as required for project and analytical needs.

The incumbent will organize the work of laboratory technicians, students, and others as necessary to meet project deliverables. They will ensure safe, accurate and effective use of facilities, equipment and instrumentation, and that all health and safety procedures are followed for the protection of students, staff, faculty, and visitors. They will provide training on analytical methods, lab practices, and project operations to student workers, co-ops, interns, Lab Technicians, and visitors.

Please note : This is a temporary 2-year full-time opportunity working either Tuesday – Saturday or Sunday - Thursday weekly schedule. This position has been designated as 100% on campus when not traveling. Travel to and between lab sites will be required within the Lakefield / Peterborough area. Must be willing to work the occasional weekend or holiday. Travel related costs and hours will be administered as per the Full Time Support Staff Collective Agreement and applicable College policies.

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What We Are Looking For :

Relevant combination of education and experience including :

• Minimum 3-year Degree in a related field such as Analytical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Toxicology, or other similar science-related discipline.
• Up to three (3) years of related work experience including : Analytical methods and with analytical instrumentation : DO probes, handheld multi-meters, titrators, biochemical oxygen demand, digesters, autoclaves (as examples) Working knowledge of analytical chemistry techniques including analysis of water and / or wastewater. Working on research projects, including set up, execution and decommission. Strong interpersonal, planning, time management and communication skills required. Practical experience in organizational techniques and inventory control. Intermediate skills with software programs including spreadsheets and word processing. Valid Class G drivers license

Please Note – Support

Internal candidates will receive first consideration in accordance with our Full Time Support Staff Collective Agreement. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you for your interest in joining the Fleming College family.

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Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

Fleming College is committed to building diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible learning and working environments. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our Staff, our Faculty and our Administration including, but not limited to, women, racialized persons, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity to apply.

We believe in and promote the rights of all persons with disabilities and commit to ensuring accommodations available throughout the recruitment, selection and / or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and / or assessment process, please inform our Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require to ensure your equal participation.