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Scientific Instrumentation Specialist
@ University of Victoria
Victoria, British Columbia
Overview
The University of Victoria is hiring a Scientific Instrumentation Specialist to lead the operation of shared research and teaching instruments in its Chemistry department. The role covers equipment reliability, safety, lifecycle planning and technical support for faculty, researchers and students. A master's degree in a related discipline is required, with 3 to 5 years of laboratory or technical experience preferred.
Responsibilities:
- Manage and optimize shared research and teaching instrumentation
- Troubleshoot and maintain scientific equipment
- Provide technical consultation and training to users
- Lead standardization of instrumentation procedures
- Evaluate equipment needs and lifecycle planning
Requirements summary:
- Master's degree in Chemistry, Physics, Engineering or related field
- 3 to 5 years of laboratory or technical experience preferred
- Strong instrumentation and laboratory practice knowledge
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
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- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-05
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-05
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Business operations |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Laboratory, Office |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Education | Master’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Chemistry, Physics, Engineering |
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University of Victoria
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| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Company size | 5001-10000 |
| Headquarters | Victoria |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 25 |
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Job Summary
Mandate:
The Chemistry Scientific Instrumentation Specialist provides advanced technical leadership and operational oversight for departmental scientific instrumentation and laboratory technology. The position is responsible for the effective management, optimization, and ongoing operation of shared research and teaching instrumentation, ensuring equipment reliability, safety, and alignment with departmental teaching and research priorities. Working independently and in collaboration with faculty, researchers, technical staff, and students, the Chemistry Instrumentation Specialist provides specialized technical expertise, consultation, and leadership in the planning, implementation, maintenance, and improvement of departmental instrumentation resources. This role supports institutional research and teaching objectives through proactive equipment management, technical problem-solving, and continuous improvement of laboratory operations.
Objectives:
- Provide technical leadership and oversight for departmental scientific instrumentation and laboratory equipment.
- Ensure shared instrumentation is reliable, optimized, safe, and effectively managed throughout its lifecycle.
- Provide specialized technical consultation and support to faculty, researchers, instructors, and students.
- Lead the implementation, improvement, and standardization of instrumentation practices, procedures, and workflows.
- Develop and maintain expertise in advanced scientific instrumentation to support evolving departmental needs.
Job Requirements
This position requires a master’s degree in Chemistry, Physics, Engineering, or a related discipline with a strong component in scientific instrumentation, laboratory systems, or technical operations. A minimum of 3-5 years of relevant laboratory or technical experience is preferred. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities
- Commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive and respectful working and learning environment.
- Demonstrated expertise in operating, troubleshooting, maintaining, and managing scientific instrumentation.
- Ability to independently assess technical challenges, develop solutions, and exercise sound technical judgment.
- Strong knowledge of instrumentation principles, laboratory practices, and scientific applications.
- Ability to manage complex technical projects and priorities in a research and teaching environment.
- Experience providing technical consultation, training, and support to diverse users.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail, documentation, and operational planning.
- Ability to evaluate equipment needs and contribute to lifecycle planning and resource decisions.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, researchers, and students.
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