Job Title: Laboratory Technician
3DBioFibR
60-1344 Summer Street, Halifax, NS B3H 0A8
Website: https://3dbiofibr.com/
About Us
3DBioFibR Inc., founded in 2020, is a growing biotechnology company currently located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia. Collagen fibers produced using our patented dry-spinning technology recapitulate the biomechanical and biochemical properties of natural collagen structures. With a fully automated manufacturing system, we are the first to produce collagen fibers at commercial scales for a variety of tissue engineering applications, including additives for 3D bioprinting and hydrogels, and cellular scaffolds for 2D and 3D cell and tissue culture.
About the Role
Join 3DBioFibR as a Laboratory Technician, supporting day-to-day operational activities within a biomanufacturing environment. In this role you will be focused on manufacturing consistent, high-quality biomaterials, which will include ensuring laboratory readiness, equipment functionality, and material preparation to enable efficient manufacturing, validation, and R&D activities. The position is primarily operational and execution-focused, with responsibilities spanning manufacturing, cell culture, laboratory maintenance, solution preparation, cleaning, equipment verification, documentation, and general technical support across departments as needed.
This is a full-time, on-site position located in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
Responsibilities
Operational Support
- Prepare buffers, dopes, reagents, and solutions according to approved SOPs and batch records.
- Support routine manufacturing activities as directed.
- Assist with material transfer, staging, as needed.
- Maintain laboratory cleanliness and readiness for production activities.
- Perform equipment cleaning and preparation following controlled procedures.
- Support basic in-process checks as trained.
- Carry out other duties and responsibilities related to R&D and manufacturing as required to support business objectives.
- Assist with inventory tracking and restocking of consumables.
Equipment Maintenance & Verification
- Calibrate and/or verify laboratory equipment, including but not limited to pH meters, analytical balances, pipettes, ovens, temperature probes.
- Document calibration and verification activities in accordance with QMS requirements.
- Identify and report equipment issues or deviations.
- Assist with preventive maintenance activities as needed.
Laboratory & Facility Support
- Dispose of chemical and biological waste according to safety procedures.
- Clean glassware and laboratory tools as per approved SOPs and batch records.
- Prepare workspaces for validation or R&D studies.
- Support environmental monitoring activities if required.
Documentation & Compliance
- Complete batch records and controlled forms accurately and legibly.
- Follow established SOPs, safety policies, and ISO 9001/13485 regulations.
- Support audit readiness by maintaining organized documentation and work areas.
- Participate in training programs and maintain training compliance.
- Ensure traceability of materials, reagents, and cell lines.
- Support deviation reporting, investigations, and corrective actions (CAPA) as required.
Cross-Functional Support
- Provide general technical assistance to Manufacturing, Validation, Engineering, and R&D teams.
- Assist with protocol execution.
- Support ad hoc laboratory or facility projects as assigned.
- Perform miscellaneous tasks required to maintain workflow efficiency.
Cell Culture Operations
- Perform routine aseptic culture of adherent and/or suspension cell lines.
- Execute cell passaging, seeding, feeding, and harvesting.
- Monitor cell health, morphology, and confluency.
- Perform cell counting (manual and/or automated) and viability assessments.
- Cryopreserve and thaw cell lines following established procedures.
- Maintain cell culture inventory and lineage traceability.
- Prepare reagents, media, and buffers according to SOPs.
- Assist in experimental setup and execution under supervision.
BSL-1 Laboratory Practices
- Adhere to biosafety guidelines appropriate for BSL-1 environments.
- Maintain clean and organized biosafety cabinets and lab spaces.
- Properly handle and dispose of biological and chemical waste.
- Perform routine cleaning and disinfection of work areas.
Qualifications and Skills
- Diploma or technical degree in chemical laboratory technology, biotechnology, chemical engineering or related field (or equivalent work experience)
- 2+ years of experience working in an industry laboratory and/or manufacturing environment
- Ability to work independently and accurately in a fast-paced manufacturing setting
- Strong attention to detail, organization, and commitment to safety and regulatory compliance
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00-$22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Halifax, NS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Laboratory: 2 years (preferred)
- Chemical manufacturing: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
