Laboratory Technologist

Job Number: J

Job Title:

Laboratory Technologist

Job Type: Career Development Assignment (CDA)

Department:
Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering

Job Category:
Technologists

Number of Positions: 1

Date Posted: 23/02/2026

Closing Date: 03/03/2026

Salary: 75,944. per year

Assignment Duration: 02/03/2026 to 01/03/2027

Employee Group: CUPE 2424

Salary Level: 9R

Hours Per Week: 35

Date Position Available: 02/03/2026

Internal applicants belonging to a union (CUPE 2424, CUPE 910 or OPSEU 404) should update your current union status in your candidate profile each time you apply. Internal “unionized” candidates with priority status will receive first consideration. Carleton University encourages applications from all qualified candidates.

Carleton University is situated on unceded Algonquin territory and bordered by the Rideau River and the Rideau Canal, a UNESCO World Heritage site, in Ottawa, Ontario. The university is just minutes from the heart of our nation's government and G‑7 organizations, offering opportunities to make a positive impact in our community and around the world.

Named a Top 100 Employer in 2023, 2024 and 2025 and a National Capital Region Top Employer for 10 consecutive years, Carleton is a productive hub of learning and research. Carleton is committed to fostering an innovative, equitable and welcoming work environment and is a nationally certified Healthy Workplace.

• Report to both the Chair and Associate Chair for Laboratory Operations and be supervised by the Supervisor of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Laboratories.
• Create, operate and maintain a safe and professional laboratory environment by acquiring and maintaining proficiency in the safe operation of laboratory equipment.
• Perform high‑quality equipment and facility repair, maintenance, modernization and fabrication using mechanical, electrical, electronic and computer application skills.
• Act as a technical advisor to students, staff and faculty.
• Serve as a joint participant in the University Health and Safety Program within the laboratory.
• Perform administrative duties associated with the position and supervise students and student employees working within the laboratory.

• Excellent theoretical knowledge of mechanical and aerospace engineering principles, including solid and fluid mechanics, dynamics, thermodynamics, materials, control systems and heat transfer.
• Practical knowledge of analog and digital instrumentation, computer technology and basic fabrication techniques such as machining and welding.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team with students, other technical staff and faculty.

• Graduation from a 3‑year mechanical engineering technology program from a recognized institute of technology or an accredited equivalent.
• Eligibility for certification as an OACETT Applied Science Technologist (A.Sc.T.) or Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.).
• Minimum five years of work experience in a position with similar responsibilities, preferably including time in a university environment. Equivalencies of education and experience will be considered.

Equivalencies will be considered. Applicants are encouraged to provide information that demonstrates equivalent qualifications. An employment test may be required as part of the selection process. Eligible candidates will be instructed on accommodation requirements by the Human Resource Advisor.

Carleton University is strongly committed to diversity and welcomes candidates who contribute to diversification, including women, visible minorities, First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

This position is regularly required on campus. In the event of a public health emergency or safety issue, remote work may be required temporarily. If remote work is necessary, the direct manager will assist in setting up a suitable environment. All University policies and directives must be followed, including safeguarding Carleton property.