C2ET Support-Technical
Last updated: October 29, 2024, 4:38 p.m.
Department
Chemical and Materials Engineering
Position Title
Support-Technical
Posting Period
October 16, 2024, through October 30, 2024
Contrat Duration
One year, subject to renewal
Start Salary
$35/hour
Hours Per Week
35
Overall Purpose of Your Job
Purpose
This position involves a variety of responsibilities pertaining to the design of research and teaching laboratory setups, as well as the safe and effective operation of the laboratories, and the management of equipment. The position also involves contributing to teaching and supporting graduate students and the supervision of graduate course projects involving laboratory experiments.
Reporting relationship
The Support-Technical reports to Dr. Karim Zaghib, Principle Investigator (PI).
Accountability
The incumbent is accountable for the design of new experimental set-ups, the effective use of equipment, and the safe operation of labs.
Position scope
The incumbent will work with the PI and the research group members to develop experimental setups for research based on requirements provided by the PI. The incumbent will advise and train graduate students on the safe and effective use of laboratory equipment and setups. He/she will also procure and manage shared equipment and advise graduate students in their design courses. The incumbent will be responsible for the operation, maintenance, and problem solving of laboratory setups and equipment.
Judgment and autonomy
The incumbent exercises significant autonomy in advising the PI and their research group on technological matters, and in establishing work schedules of shared equipment and safety management of research and teaching labs.
Working conditions and physical environment
The incumbent normally works in an office and a laboratory environment where minimal physical exertion is required. However, the incumbent may occasionally be required to do lifting, bending and kneeling. The incumbent may be exposed to lasers and chemicals.
Quality and process
The incumbent will ensure that new laboratory setups conform to technical and safety standards and procedures for the proper and safe use of setups and shared equipment are in place. He/ she develops and implements improvements on procedures and systems that support the activities of the PI and the research group The incumbent regularly sees to the most-up-to-date training of the research group and ensures measures are implemented for the continuous training of the PI and students research equipment.
Decision Making
- Decide on design for setups in research laboratories.
- Prioritize lab design tasks.
- Decide on management methodology for research equipment.
- Make operational decisions for the safe operation of laboratories.
Education and Experience Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical and Materials Engineering, or a related field with 4-7 years of relevant experience in an industrial setting, both in a laboratory and in an engineering setting. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
- Prior experience in a supervisory role.
- Experience with major chemical engineering research equipment (e.g., GC, TGA, etc.)
- Good spoken and written English (Level 4); capable of communicating effectively with students and faculty.
- Fast learner capable of adjusting to a changing environment and a growing responsibility.
- Good organizational and time management skills.
- Able to set and prioritize tasks, meet deadlines and work in a team environment.
- Keen attention to details.
- Eligible to obtain P. Eng. designation.
- Knowledge of laboratory health/safety regulations and standards.
- Will require use of respiratory protection and enrollment in the university’s Respiratory Protection Program.
- Physical ability to perform primary responsibilities attested by successful completion of medical evaluation to the University’s satisfaction (e.g. ability to lift, carry and move, equipment weighing up to 25 kg without assistance and up to 45 kg with assistance).
- Willingness to undertake any necessary training and deliver in-house training to others.
- Good knowledge of emergency response procedures for chemicals, and a working knowledge of guidelines for the storage and handling of these materials in a teaching environment are required.
Asset
- Basic spoken French (Level 3).
- Familiarity with Li-ion and solid state battery processes
- Familiarity with development of PFD and P&ID diagrams.
- Familiarity with chemical process simulation software (e.g., VMGsim, HYSYS).
Testing required
The language skills of qualified candidates may be tested.
How to apply
Please send your CV and cover letter to Andreea.constantinescu@concordia.ca by October 30, 2024.
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Territorial Acknowledgement
Concordia University is located on unceded Indigenous lands. The Kanien’kehá:ka Nation is recognized as the custodians of the lands and waters on which we gather today. Tiohtià:ke/Montreal is historically known as a gathering place for many First Nations. Today, it is home to a diverse population of Indigenous and other peoples. We respect the continued connections with the past, present and future in our ongoing relationships with Indigenous and other peoples within the Montreal community.
Employment Equity
Concordia University is strongly committed to employment equity within its community, and to recruiting a diverse faculty and staff. The University encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women, racialized persons, Indigenous persons, 2SLGBTQI+ persons, and persons with disabilities; candidates are invited to self-identify in their applications.
Immigration Status
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian and Permanent Residents will be given priority. To comply with the Government of Canada’s reporting requirements, the University is obliged to gather information about applicants’ status as either Permanent Residents of Canada or Canadian citizens. While applicants need not identify their country of origin or current citizenship, all applications must include one of the following statements:
Yes, I am a citizen or permanent resident of Canada
or
No, I am not a citizen or permanent resident of Canada.
