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Hiring Unit:
Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences

Position Summary:

1. Assisting in performing laboratory tests and experiments such as PCR reactions and agarose gels

2. Washing glassware 

3. Autoclaving 

4. Refilling plastics as needed (tips, eppendorf tubes...)

5. Keeping  the lab plastic inventory up to date

6. Keeping the lab work areas clean and orderly

7. Bringing lab biohazard waste to waste disposal room

8. Preparing plates for bacterial growth

9. The list of functions outlined above is representative and not a complete and detailed list of tasks

Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities

McGill Undergraduate students in biomedical sciences programs preferred.

Laboratory safety and biosafety training required- or must be willing to take this training if not already certified. Strong attention to detail, organized, detail-oriented, reliable and able to manage time effectively. Good communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Able to follow procedures and instructions.

Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.

Knowledge of English: McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level # (qualifier) on a scale of 0-4.

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Minimum Education and Experience:

High School Diploma 1 Year Related Experience

Hourly Salary:

(AMUSE B) $16.35

Estimated Number of Work Hours per Week:

15 (Part time)

Position Start Date:

2026-01-26

Position End Date:

2026-05-01

Deadline to Apply:

2026-02-03

This position is covered by the AMUSE collective agreement.

McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca.