Summer Lab/Field Student (Temporary - May 2025 to September 2025)
Summer Lab/Field Student
(Temporary - May 2025 to September 2025)
Municipal Operations/Environmental Services
File #25-T-37
Job Details
Under the direction of the Manager, Laboratory & Water Services the Summer Lab Student will provide assistance to laboratory personnel in the areas of general laboratory duties, including sample reception, sample preparation, analysis, sampling and data entry in accordance with all pertinent legislation and regulations, including ISO 17025. Duties will also include assisting field personnel with sampling, taking field measurements and bottling samples.
Qualifications
Requires an individual whom is currently enrolled in College Diploma or a University degree program in Biology, Environmental Science, Chemistry or similar discipline. Knowledge of MS Office Suite including Excel and Word required. Required to comply with all Health and Safety and Municipal policies. Strong organizational skills and the ability to work both independently and in a team environment are preferred.
Hourly Rate
$20.63
Application Information
Qualified applicants are invited to submit 1 file containing a résumé and cover letter (ensure your name is in the title of the document), quoting file number 25-T-37 on the file as well as in the subject line, no later than 12:00 p.m. on March 23, 2025, to: People & Culture (recruiting@peterborough.ca).
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