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Prairie Diagnostic Services in Saskatoon requires a Term full time Laboratory Technologist for a position in the Microbiology laboratory that includes working weekends on a rotational basis. Typical hours of work are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The successful candidate will work in the bacteriology, mycology and parasitology sections.
The successful candidate will have superior laboratory skills typically acquired through the completion of a recognized appropriate technical school and/or university program and progressively responsible veterinary laboratory experience. Candidates must clearly indicate in their cover letter or resume how they have acquired the following: knowledge of scientific terminologies, theories, principles and applied methodologies relevant to the performance of veterinary diagnostic bacteriology, mycology and parasitology; microbial isolations and identification using MALDI-TOF or through the use of selective media, biochemical tests and microscopic examination; antibiotic sensitivities using Kirby Bauer and/or serial microdilution methods; use of anaerobic growth chambers, BioMIC and VIDAS rapid detection systems
Candidates with strong computer skills and the ability to contribute to a current research project involving antimicrobial resistance surveillance and an interest and willingness to cross-train in other laboratory disciplines are encouraged to apply. Please note that as an expectation of this work environment you may be exposed to unknown, potentially pathogenic organisms. Please apply to the posting on the Government of Saskatchewan Public Service Commission website at:
Candidates may apply:
on-line at: http://www.careers.gov.sk.ca / or to brian.chelack@pds.usask.ca