About this Lab Helper B role at McGill University
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Hiring Unit:
GCI - Professor Katie Cockburn's Lab (Histology Innovation Platform)
Position Summary:
**This is a work-study position. Only McGill Students with work-study confirmation letter covering the contract period will be eligible to apply. **
Under the direction of the immediate supervisor, the lab helper will assist in performing laboratory tests and experiments such as:
- Tissue Cassetting and Grossing
- Tissue Processing
- Tissue Embedding
- Slide Printing
- Quality Control
- Distributes and tracks items, such as lab parcels and provides customer service when necessary.
- Assists with equipment maintenance and lab operations; collects and enters data into established inventory databases.
Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities:
- Scientific background and knowledge.
- Experience in a wet lab.
- Experience in histological techniques preferred.
- Organization, attention to detail and ability to work in a team are important for this position
Education & Experience:
- High school diploma with minimal or no experience
- Preference will be for candidates with some previous experience in research and/or laboratory settings
- Candidate must be a McGill student with work-study eligibility.
- Please upload a copy of your proof of enrollment for the Fall term 2026 and the work-study confirmation letter.
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 #3 (qualifier) on a scale of 0-4.
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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, [email protected].
