Laboratory Technician (I) - Physics & Astronomy - Prebiotic Biophysics Research Program

Job ID

76508


Job Title
Laboratory Technician (I) - Physics & Astronomy - Prebiotic Biophysics Research Program


Regular/Temporary
Temporary


Location

Central Campus


Open Date
2026/06/04


Job Type
Short Term Employee


Close Date
2026/06/18


Employee Group
Unifor Unit 1, Staff
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Department
Physics and Astronomy


Full/Part Time
Part-Time


Salary Grade/Band
Grade 5


Salary Range
$26.59 - $35.15 (hourly)


Job Code
JD0685


Existing Vacancy
Yes - Newly Created Position


Contract Duration
8 Months


Target Number of Openings
1


Hours per Week
20



Posting Details


Schedule
20 hours per week. Starting at 8:30A.M. and ending at 12:30 P.M.

Education Level
3 year Community College diploma in a relevant field of study.

Career Level
Requires 1 year of relevant experience.

Estimated Fill Date: Early September 2026.


Job Description


JD #: JD00685

Title: Laboratory Technician (I)


Unit/Project Description:


Laboratory Technician – Prebiotic Biophysics Research Program


The Origins of Life Laboratory at McMaster University is seeking a dedicated Laboratory Technician to provide essential technical support for our prebiotic biophysics research group, starting as early as September 2026.


The technician will support experiments investigating the physical properties of abiotically synthesized biopolymers. Key responsibilities include the operation and maintenance of specialized equipment, such as our planetary simulation chamber and acoustic levitator, alongside standard laboratory instrumentation.