Program Assistant Jobs in Guelph, ON (NOW HIRING)

Find Your Spot at Humber
At Humber, we are a vibrant, diverse community of professionals dedicated to providing an exceptional learning experience for our students. Through our strategic vision and exciting new brand Builders of Brilliance, we are co-constructing a new model of polytechnic education for Ontario, Canada, and the world. We are committed to ensuring Humber offers the right programs, with the most effective teaching and learning approaches, to prepare exceptional leaders for our industries and communities.

To achieve our vision, we take finding and developing the right talent very seriously. We offer a collegial, collaborative, inclusive environment in which each individual is supported to grow and bring their best each day.

If you are excited by the prospect of contributing to our vision for learning, if you would like to be part of building a new model of polytechnic education, of 'building brilliance', in one of Canada's preeminent higher education institutions, then here is your opportunity to join our dynamic team.

Job Details:
Position Title: MLS Laboratory Assistant
Status: Temporary Part-time
Hours: 24 hours per week
Faculty/Department: Faculty of Health & Life Sciences
Campus/Location: North Campus
Salary: Min. $26.02 and Max. $30.13

About the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences at Humber:
The Faculty of Health and Life Sciences is committed to sharing knowledge and experience with students to help them become skilled, adaptable, compassionate and career-ready graduates. Our faculty experts reinforce excellence and a commitment to social justice and transformation as students learn to work across a range of careers in the healthcare and wellness fields. Teaching and learning are student-centred with an emphasis on technological innovation, diversity and integrated community and clinical industry collaborations.

About the MLS Laboratory Assistant Role:

Under the direction of the Program Manager, Medical Laboratory Sciences, the Lab Assistant Medical Laboratory Sciences performs duties associated with the operation of the MLS Laboratories Specific duties include:

• Prepare and provide the appropriate materials for MLA and MLT laboratories including solutions, reagents, simulated patient specimens, equipment, supplies and any other materials associated with executing the laboratories for this program.

• Assist in monitoring laboratory safety and performing machine/equipment maintenance,

• Ensure all laboratory spaces are kept neat and clean,

• Responsible for the set up and breakdown of daily laboratories

• With the collaboration, guidance and support of the Lab Facilitator, support student learning for MLA labs and MLT labs and ensure a safe, and engaging interaction for all learners within the laboratory space

About You:
You are passionate about working at Ontario's largest Polytechnic; you thrive on improving productivity and quality that contribute to team success! If this sounds like you, keep reading:

Education

• College certificate or advanced diploma required, bachelor's degree preferred

 Experience and Skills

• 3 years' experience working as an MLA, MLA/T or MLT

• Certification through CSMLS or MLPAO

• Experience working in multiple disciplines with the medical laboratory preferred

• Experience working in an educational facility considered an asset

If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you! At Humber Polytechnic we don't just accept difference we celebrate it! Experience comes in many forms, skills are transferable, and a progressive mindset goes a long way at Humber. If your experience is close to what we're looking for, consider applying and tell us why you are a great candidate for this job. Find your Spot at Humber

What's in it for you?

• An opportunity to be a part of building Humber's future.  
• Be part of a diverse, hard-working, and supportive team.
• Tools and technology that will allow you to succeed at your job.
• Amazing perks! 

We thank you for your interest in working with Humber Polytechnic. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.  

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
Humber Polytechnic is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of our students and our city. We actively seek Indigenous Peoples and individuals from equity-deserving groups with demonstrated skills and knowledge to deal with all aspects of equity, diversity and inclusion in a post-secondary environment.
Humber supports employment equity. Racialized workers, women, Indigenous workers, LGBTQ2S workers and workers with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For the purpose of statistical data collection, applicants are strongly encouraged to voluntarily self-identify. Humber's diverse workplace also supports Francophone workers and young workers.

Accommodation
Humber Polytechnic is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Our Talent Acquisition team will work with applicants requesting accommodations at any stage of the hiring process. This document is available in alternate formats upon request. 

Anti-Discrimination Statement
At Humber Polytechnic, all forms of discrimination and harassment are prohibited. All employees and applicants have the right to work in an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. If you need assistance with concerns related to discrimination and harassment, please contact the Office of Human Rights and Harassment (humanrights@humber.ca).