Northern College is seeking a Lab Assistant – Veterinarian Technician in our Veterinarian Sciences department. The successful candidate will have the ability to organize complex statistical information and/or understand and apply the elementary principles of a science or a professional discipline.

At Northern College, we’re committed to the ongoing success and development of everyone who passes through our learning spaces, whether they be our students, employees or community members. We believe in investing in those who invest in us, constantly working to build a collaborative and friendly working environment with purposeful, rewarding work, supportive supervisors and positive, engaged work teams.

Reporting to the Academic Chair, the successful candidate will provide assistance to instructors and more senior technologists in the demonstration of basic technical theories.

What you will be doing:

• Prepare and execute routine laboratory experiments showing the relationship between theory and test results;
• Modify standard lab tests as per instruction by senior technician;
• Prepare student lab manuals;
• Assist in the developing of teaching aids working from given concepts;
• Demonstrate appropriate use of equipment and facilities;
• Ensure health and safety regulations are enforced during time in the laboratory;
• Assist in Preparing Labs; and
• Contribute to paperwork and accreditation record keeping as needed by professor;
• Supervise student while retrieving and returning animals from kennels;
• Occasional Requirements to stay later to care for recovering animals; and
• Contribute to paperwork and accreditation record keeping as needed by professor

A detailed job description is available from the Human Resource Services department.

What you will need to be considered:

• 2 year Veterinary Technician diploma;
• 3 years’ practical experience in a related field; and
• Registered in good standing with the Ontario Association of Veterinary Technicians.

What Northern has to offer:

• Defined benefit pension plan;
• Professional development opportunities;
• Wellness programs; and
• Employee Assistance Program.

The incumbent may be required to provide a criminal reference check.

As part of Northern College’s action on reconciliation, the College recognizes its responsibility to make a difference through increasing the number of Indigenous employees who work in the academic field. We encourage applicants who identify as Indigenous to apply.

Northern College is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free selection process. To request reasonable accommodation at any time during the selection process, please contact the Human Resource Services department. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.

Northern College values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.

We thank all applicants for their interest in Northern College, only those to be interviewed will be contacted. Applications received after the close date will not be considered.

To apply, submit your covering letter and resume online at  www.northerncollege.ca/careers/

CLASSIFICATION: Part Time Support Staff

STATUS: Casual – On Call

STAGE: External

CAMPUS:  Haileybury (x3)

STARTING SALARY: $ 30.23

START DATE: Oct. 6/25 to Apr. 30/26

CLOSING DATE: October 22, 2025

HOURS OF WORK: 0-24 hrs/wk

COMPETITION#: 25-49-RFH-30