Alberta Lab assistant Jobs – 83 Openings This Week

Research Technician, Arnie Charbonneau Cancer Institute
The University of Calgary —Calgary, AB
- Full-time
- Laboratory experience
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's
7d
Research Assistant
University of Alberta —Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
- Medicine
- Bachelor's
- Recruiting
- Dental care
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2d
PCB assembler, tester, and lab assistant
Eleven Engineering Incorporated —Edmonton, AB
- $21–$26 an hour
- Full-time
- Laboratory experience
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Dental care
- Paid time off
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Research Associate, Process Development, Arnie Charbonneau Cancer Institute
The University of Calgary —Calgary, AB
- $35.72–$51.72 an hour
- Full-time
- Master's degree
- Quality Control
- Manufacturing
2d
Research Assistant, Gastroenterology
The University of Calgary —Calgary, AB
- Full-time
- English
- Microsoft Office
- Bachelor's
7d
Research Associate
University of Alberta —Edmonton, AB
- $63,465–$79,339 a year
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Laboratory experience
- Research
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Research Assistant, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine
The University of Calgary —Calgary, AB
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- English
14d
Laboratory Assistant I – Anatomic Pathology Department
Alberta Precision Labs —Calgary, AB
- $25.16–$31.36 an hour
- Temporary
- Laboratory experience
- Data entry
- Epic
1d
Laboratory Technician C - Seasonal Mining
AGAT Laboratories —Calgary, AB
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Laboratory experience
- English
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Dental Laboratory Technician
South Calgary Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery —Calgary, AB
- $27–$30 an hour
- Part-time
- CAD
- Laboratory experience
- In-person
- Wellness program
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Geotechnical Laboratory Technician - Seasonal
AGAT Laboratories —Calgary, AB
- Overtime
- Laboratory experience
- No experience needed
- English
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Laboratory Quality Control Materials Testing Technician Technologist
J. R. Paine & Associates Ltd. —Edmonton, AB
- $50,000–$70,000 a year
- Overtime
- Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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2d
Laboratory and Field technician
HV Oil Incorporated —Edmonton, AB
- $17–$19 an hour
- Seasonal
- Microsoft Excel
- In-person
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3d
Lab Technician
Viewpoint Eye Care —Canmore, AB
- $19–$25 an hour
- Part-time
- Inventory management
- Customer service
- Laboratory experience
- Store discount
- Dental care
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Lab Technician Level 1 (Temp Contract)
Acuren Inspection, Inc. —Calgary, AB
- Temporary
- Engineering
- Laboratory experience
- Microsoft Office
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1d
Research Assistant
Prime Site Research Solutions Inc —Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office
- Dental care
Quick apply
Field/Laboratory Quality Control Materials Testing Technician Technologist
J. R. Paine & Associates Ltd. —Edmonton, AB
- $50,000–$70,000 a year
- Overtime
- Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
Quick apply
2d
Senior Laboratory Analyst - Oil & Petroleum Lab - Kearl Lake
Bureau Veritas —Fort McMurray, AB
- Full-time
- Laboratory experience
- Bachelor's
- No university degree
8d
Clinical Sleep Assistant - Home Sleep Apnea Testing
Maple Respiratory Group Inc. —Calgary, AB
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Customer service
- BLS Certification
- Dental care
- Life insurance
Quick apply
14d
Clinical Sleep Assistant - Home Sleep Apnea Testing/ PSG
Maple Respiratory Group Inc. —Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Customer service
- BLS Certification
- Dental care
- Life insurance
Quick apply
14d
Research Assistant, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine
The University of Calgary —Calgary, AB
- Part-time
- Data analysis skills
- Laboratory experience
- Master's degree
2d
Lab Assistant - Automotive Service Technician/Heavy Equipment Technician
Medicine Hat College —Medicine Hat, AB
- $27.16–$30.70 an hour
- Full-time
- Communication skills
14d
Dental Lab Aide
Norton Denture Care Center INC. —Cold Lake, AB
- $20–$25 an hour
- Full-time
- Laboratory experience
- No experience needed
- English
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
Quick apply
Research Technician
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada —Lethbridge, AB
- $71,741–$90,184 a year
- Overtime
- English
- C++
- Travel
8d
Sr Research Associate, Process Development
Gilead Sciences —Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel

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Research Technician, Arnie Charbonneau Cancer Institute

The University of Calgary
Calgary, AB

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Job details

Full-time
7 days ago

Skills

Biology
WHMIS Certification
Molecular Biology
Cell culture
Laboratory experience
Workplace hazardous materials information systems
Master's degree
Bachelor's
Organizational skills
Communication skills

Full job description

Description

The Arnie Charbonneau Cancer Institute in the Cumming School of Medicine invites applications for a Research Technician. This Full-time Fixed Term position is for approximately 1 year (based on length of grant funding), with the possibility of extension.

This position reports to the Principal Investigator.

The Arnie Charbonneau Cancer Institute, in partnership with the University of Calgary and Alberta Health Services, brings together scientists and clinicians to advance cancer research at the biological, clinical, and population health levels. The lab focuses on developing novel immune cell's based therapies, with an emphasis on cell culture and animal models of cancer immunotherapy.

Occasional work outside of standard hours may be required.

Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):

Cell Culture Work:

Maintain mammalian cell lines under sterile conditions.
Perform transfections and viability assays as required
Monitor cultures and record growth/experimental results

Animal Work:

Handle and care for mouse models according to approved protocols
Assist with procedures such as injections, tissue collection, and monitoring of animal health
Maintain accurate records of animal use and ensure compliance with ethical guidelines, using MOSAIC

Data Collection and Documentation:

Keep detailed, accurate, and up-to-date experimental notes
Compile results and assist with basic data analysis (e.g., graphing, summarizing findings)
Contribute to lab reports and internal project updates

Laboratory Operations:

Maintain a clean and organized work area
Monitor lab supplies, prepare stock solutions, and assist with inventory management
Calibrate and care for commonly used lab equipment

Safety and Compliance:

Follow biosafety, chemical safety, and animal care guidelines
Report safety concerns or equipment malfunctions promptly
Maintain WHMIS and institutional training requirements up to date

Collaboration and Support:

Work closely with other lab members to support shared research goals
Provide assistance with experiments as directed by the PI or senior staff.
Participate in regular lab meetings and contribute to group discussions

Qualifications / Requirements:

Bachelors degree in Biology, Immunology, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, or a related field. (Masters degree is preferred)
Experience with cell culture work
Experience with immunophenotyping
Experience working with mice is required; certification in animal handling is an asset
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in conducting experiments and record-keeping
Ability to follow established protocols, work independently, and collaborate effectively in a team environment
Good communication skills and willingness to learn new techniques
Knowledge of laboratory safety protocols and WHMIS certification (or willingness to obtain)

Application Deadline: July 31, 2026

We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.

This position is part of the AUPE bargaining unit, and falls under the Technical Job Family, Phase 1.

For a listing of all management and staff opportunities at the University of Calgary, view our Management and Staff Careers website.

About the University of Calgary

UCalgary is Canada's entrepreneurial university, located in Canada's most enterprising city. It is a top research university and one of the highest-ranked universities of its age. Founded in 1966, its 36,000 students experience an innovative learning environment, made rich by research, hands-on experiences and entrepreneurial thinking. It is Canada's leader in the creation of start-ups. Start something today at the University of Calgary. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.

The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy ii' taa'poh'to'p committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.

The university's commitment to the Indigenous Strategy is evident through the oversight of 18 Elders serving on the Circle of Advisors and the many unit-based circles working towards implementation of the strategy including the Faculty Advisory Circle and teams such as the Office of Indigenous Engagement, the Writing Symbols Lodge, and the Indigenous Research Support Team. Many Indigenous-based events and processes are impacting curriculum, programming and polices at the University of Calgary.

As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Institutional Commitments ([email protected]) and requests for accommodations can be sent to People & Culture ([email protected]).

Do you have most but not all the qualifications? Research show that women, racialized and visible minorities, and persons with disabilities are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At UCalgary we are committed to achieving equitable, diverse, inclusive and accessible employment practices and workplaces and encourage you to apply if you believe you are right for this role.

We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, however preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.

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Research Technician, Arnie Charbonneau Cancer Institute

Research Assistant

PCB assembler, tester, and lab assistant

Research Associate, Process Development, Arnie Charbonneau Cancer Institute

Research Assistant, Gastroenterology

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Research Assistant, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine

Laboratory Assistant I – Anatomic Pathology Department

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Geotechnical Laboratory Technician - Seasonal

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Laboratory and Field technician

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Senior Laboratory Analyst - Oil & Petroleum Lab - Kearl Lake

Clinical Sleep Assistant - Home Sleep Apnea Testing

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Research Assistant, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine

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