Alberta Innovates is Looking for Sample Receptionist Full Time

Sample Receptionist

InnoTech Alberta is seeking a Sample Receptionist to work with our Chemical Testing Team. This job is based in Vegreville, Alberta.

Are you our Sample Receptionist? You would be a good fit for this position if you:
Have an aptitude for organization, safety, and a willingness to learn
Have an aptitude for computers and software use, and can confidently learn new information management software
Are highly detailed orientated and excel at paying exacting attention to your work
Enjoy working both independently and as part of a team where work is highly interconnected
Have a desire to grow and learn within a highly interdisciplinary group

We are game changers
InnoTech Alberta, a wholly owned subsidiary of Alberta Innovates, is a leading Research and Technology Organization established by the Government of Alberta to serve the needs of industry, innovation ecosystem & academia. Offering a diversified range of scientific, engineering, and technological research expertise and experience, and unique industrial-scale research infrastructure, equipment, and demonstration facilities, InnoTech Alberta accelerates and de-risks technology research, development, and deployment with focus on industrial solutions and innovation advancement. With a reputation for quality service and a long history of impacts in Alberta’s economy going back a century, our multidisciplinary team has the depth of experience to work across all sectors, from energy to environment to fibre and bio-industrial materials.

Intrigued? Here’s some more information about the position:
Reporting to the Laboratory Supervisor, the responsibilities of this role include, but not limited to:
Log incoming samples, client and data information into our Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) software.
Confirm receipt and status of samples with clients.
Ensure samples are adequate for required analysis and document any contamination or deficiencies.
Catalogue, store and distribute to appropriate person/laboratory for analysis.
Maintain sample inventory and disposal records.
Liaise with transport companies regarding incoming and outgoing samples.
Prepare samples for expedition into the laboratory; may include pouring off, filtering and/or preserving the sample when necessary.
Maintain reception room organization and cleanliness (general housekeeping).
Assist in generating safe administrative work procedures, responding to and implementing changes as prescribed by the Quality Officer.

Qualifications:
High School Diploma; Post-Secondary Diploma in Chemical Technology or related field is preferred
Ability to communicate effectively
Attention to detail
Ability to take initiative and execute assigned tasks in a timely manner
Strong verbal, written, listening, collaborative, and interpersonal skills
Ability to lift up to 10 kg
Adaptable and flexible to changing work environments
Computer knowledge including proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word
Critical thinking ability

Why InnoTech Alberta?
We offer our employees opportunities to work on projects that will expand their skill sets while witnessing the visible impacts of their efforts. We value the development of our employees and create opportunities for working in capacities that allow new skills to be learned. We know that the wellness of our team is the most important part of our business so we offer a strong benefits package and generous vacation and paid time off programs to promote work-life balance.

Additional Information

At InnoTech Alberta, we respect diversity and embrace an inclusive culture. We value uniqueness and different perspectives as they play a critical role in our success. To achieve this, individuals are selected based on qualifications, merit, and abilities and we encourage applications from all backgrounds to apply.

The final candidate will be required to undergo a security clearance. All interviewees must be able to meet the requirement specified in the Physical Demand Analysis. This document will be supplied during the interview process to the successful candidate. This competition will remain open until a successful candidate is found.

InnoTech Alberta has implemented a Vaccination policy in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. InnoTech Alberta employees are required to disclose proof of full vaccination or participate in a rapid antigen testing program. New hires will be required to disclose their vaccination status as a condition of employment to help support client and team member safety. We thank all candidates in advance for their understanding of this policy.

INNOTECH ALBERTA IS COMMITTED TO THE PRINCIPLE OF EQUITY IN EMPLOYMENT AND ENCOURAGES APPLICATIONS FROM ALL INDIVIDUALS. WE WISH TO THANK ALL APPLICANTS FOR THEIR INTEREST. HOWEVER, ONLY THOSE INVITED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED.

Employment Status: Regular
Hours bi-weekly: 72.5
Classification: TB
Pay Grade: 04 Step 01
Annual Salary: $46,602

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $46,602.00 per year