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Asbestos Analyst
@ Paracel Laboratories
Mississauga, Ontario
Overview
Paracel Laboratories is hiring a full-time, on-site Asbestos Analyst in Mississauga to analyze asbestos samples by polarized light and phase contrast microscopy. The role involves extended microscope work, lab QA/QC under ISO 17025, and some extended hours and weekends. Pay is $18.50 to $21.00 per hour with full benefits.
Pay:
$18.50–$21 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and analyze asbestos samples by PCM and PLM
- Prepare fungal and bacterial materials in a Level 2 biohazard lab
- Coordinate sample analyses by priority and turnaround time
- Maintain QA/QC programs under ISO 17025 and SOPs
- Support lab maintenance, calibration and cleaning
Requirements summary:
- Post-secondary education in biochemistry, biotechnology, geology, biology or related field
- Superb attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to distinguish colours and high manual dexterity
- Proven proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel)
- Asset: PLM or PCM asbestos analysis experience
- Asset: GLP and/or ISO 17025 familiarity
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-30
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-16
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Allied health |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | overtime, weekends |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Laboratory |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Geology, Biology |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan |
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Paracel Laboratories
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Full company description
Paracel Laboratories Ltd. (Paracel) is one of the oldest, privately owned and operated environmental testing companies in Canada. We are a multidisciplinary analytical laboratory network providing environmental and microbiological Indoor Air Quality testing services to the industry. Paracel is accredited by the Canadian Association for Laboratory Accreditation (CALA). Paracel’s Quality System is accredited to the IEC 17025:2017 Standard. Our strength is our people; the staff at Paracel is dedicated to exceptional client service and our technical expertise is fundamental in supporting our clients in all aspects of their environmental and IAQ projects. Our main laboratory facilities are located in Ottawa, ON (Ottawa East – Environmental and Ottawa West - Asbestos/Mould), Mississauga, ON (Asbestos/Mould) and Hamilton, ON (Environmental). We have five depots in Ontario which are located in Kingston, London, Niagara, Richmond Hill and Windsor.
- LinkedIn followers
- 10,547
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 90
- Reported office locations
- 300-2319 Street Laurent Blvd, Ottawa, Ontario K1G 4J8, CA
- 6800 Kitimat Rd, Unit # 15, Mississauga, Ontario L5N 5M1, CA
- 360 York Rd, Unit 16B, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario L0S 1J0, CA
- 637 Norris Crt, Unit # 1, Kingston, Ontario K7P 2R9, CA
- 1780 N Talbot Rd, Unit 2, Windsor, Ontario N9A 6J3, CA
- 318 Neptune Crescent, Unit 2, London, Ontario N6M 1A1, CA
- 25 Northside Rd, Unit C, Ottawa, Ontario K2H 8S1, CA
- 25 West Beaver Creek Rd, Unit 7, Richmond Hill, Ontario L4B 1K2, CA
- 351 Nash Rd N, Unit # 9B, Hamilton, Ontario L8H 7P4, CA
- Business categories
- Environmental Engineering
- Other recorded names
- Paracel Laboratories
- Paracel Laboratories Ltd.
- Specialties
- Asbestos Analysis
- Mould & Fungi Analysis
- Bacteria Analysis
- Drinking Water Analysis
- Allergens Analysis
- Excess soil
- Sewer Use Bylaw Testing
- Environmental Site Assessment Testing
- Organic chemistry
- Inorganic chemistry
- and Legionella testing
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- Reported total investment
- 0
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Paracel Laboratories Ltd. (Paracel) is one of the oldest, privately owned and operated environmental testing companies in Canada. We are a multidisciplinary analytical laboratory network providing environmental and microbiological Indoor Air Quality testing services to the industry. Paracel is accredited by the Canadian Association for Laboratory Accreditation (CALA). Paracel’s Quality System is accredited to the…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Environmental Services |
| Company size | 51-200 employees |
| Headquarters | Ottawa, Ontario |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1985 |
| Specialties | Asbestos AnalysisMould & Fungi AnalysisBacteria AnalysisDrinking Water AnalysisAllergens AnalysisExcess soilSewer Use Bylaw TestingEnvironmental Site Assessment TestingOrganic chemistryInorganic chemistry |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 4 |
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Who We Are
Paracel Laboratories Ltd. is a full-service environmental and Indoor Air Quality laboratory. Our main laboratory facilities are located in Ottawa and are supported by an environmental laboratory in Hamilton, as well as microbiology and asbestos laboratories in Mississauga and Calgary. Additional service depots are located in Kingston, London, Niagara, Windsor, and Richmond Hill.
We support a broad spectrum of projects for professional clients across Canada and around the world. Our client base primarily consists of major environmental consultants, all levels of government, and industrial manufacturers located predominantly in Ottawa, Toronto, Niagara, Eastern Ontario, and Southwestern Ontario.
The Opportunity
Paracel Laboratories is looking for an Asbestos Analyst to join our team in Mississauga. The ideal candidate for this role is detail-oriented, dexterous, and driven to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
The Laboratory Analyst is responsible for the analysis of asbestos using polarized light microscopy (PLM) and/or phase contrast microscopy (PCM). The successful candidate will work under the direct supervision of the Department Supervisor.
This is a full-time, permanent position.
Compensation
This position offers a salary range of $18.50–$21.00 per hour, commensurate with experience. The compensation package includes full benefits, an Employee and Family Assistance Program, a Group RRSP plan, and a Profit-Sharing Program.
Location
This role is on-site, at 6800 Kitimat Road, Unit 15, Mississauga, Ontario, L5N 5M1.
Key Responsibilities- Preparation and analysis of asbestos air samples using Phase Contrast Microscopy (PCM).
- Preparation, detection, identification, and quantification of materials for asbestos content using visual estimation percentage and properties of asbestos/non-asbestos materials by Polarized Light Microscopy (PLM).
- Preparation of fungal and/or bacterial materials in a Level 2 Biohazard laboratory setting.
- Extended periods working at the microscope.
- Extensive use of computers to manage workflow and data entry.
- Coordination of sample analyses and data review based on priority and turnaround times.
- Maintenance of Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) programs, adhering to ISO 17025 and Established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Assisting with daily laboratory support, including maintenance, calibration, supply maintenance and cleaning.
- Working extended hours and weekends, may occasionally be requested.
Skills and Qualifications
- Post-secondary education in Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Geology, Biology, or a related field.
- Any experience in asbestos characterization by PLM and/or PCM analysis, would be an asset.
- Superb attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to distinguish colors and maintain a high degree of manual dexterity.
- Strong communication skills and ability to thrive in a team or independently.
- Familiarity with Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs) and/or ISO 17025, would be an asset.
- Proven computer proficiency, including MS Office (Word, Excel).
To Apply
In addition to your resume, please include a cover letter with your application.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Paracel Laboratories is an equal-opportunity employer. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know, and all efforts to provide appropriate accommodation will be put into place.
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