Position Description

EMSL Canada is seeking a Laboratory Analyst (Asbestos) in Mississauga, ON. No laboratory experience is required, just a desire to learn technical skills and become proficient in common laboratory practices and procedures. On-the-job training will be provided for all new employees.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Preparation and analysis of bulk and solid materials for asbestos content using PLM (Polarized Light Microscopy), PCM (Phase Contrast Microscopy), and/or TEM (Transmission Electron Microscopy), and all ancillary quality control procedures
• Determination of visual percentage and optical properties of asbestos and non-asbestos material
• Clean, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment as needed
• Generate analytical reports and enter data into LIMS system
• Perform quality control practices per company Quality Assurance/Quality Control manual
• Administrative duties including sample login and data entry, scanning and emailing reports and answering phones
• Other responsibilities as deemed necessary by the manager

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Geology or related science is required
• Light microscopy, optical mineralogy/petrographic microscope training preferred
• Some Laboratory experience either in academic or commercial setting
• 0 to 1 years’ experience performing asbestos PLM/TEM/PCM analysis
• Ability to distinguish colors in order to perform analysis
• Ability to work independently and as a part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability and a positive attitude
• Effective time management, organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task and prioritize with minimal assistance
• Ability to travel for training to another EMSL location either to U.S. and/or Canada

Available Shift:

Position is full-time, Monday to Friday 12:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Training Shift to start will be Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Mississauga are encouraged to apply.
EMSL does not utilize AI tools in any way in its hiring process.

EMSL Canada offers supplemental benefits and paid time off. The pay range for this position is $21.00 to $22.05 per hour.

To find out more about EMSL Canada please visit our website at: www.emslcanada.ca

EMSL Canada is an equal opportunity employer