AbCellera is breaking the barriers of conventional drug development to propel antibody-based medicines from target to clinic. We are a team of scientists, engineers, creatives, and business professionals who believe that advancing science enhances lives. We have developed technologies to unlock high-value drug targets, including antibody-drug conjugates and T-cell engagers for cancer, and complex transmembrane proteins for indications such as metabolic and endocrine conditions, pain, and autoimmunity.
We are seeking a highly motivated Assistant to join our Logistics team. You will be working together with our dynamic team to support the central services that are essential to the operation of our laboratory teams at AbCellera. As the Lab Operations Assistant, you will assist with maintaining inventories of consumables and reagents and informing colleagues of received goods.
How You Might Spend Your Days
- Using laboratory glassware washers, autoclaves and ovens to clean and sterilize laboratory glassware and other labware
- Performing maintenance on lab services equipment, such as autoclaves, glassware washers, ovens, water purification systems, and freezers
- Collecting used laboratory garments in a timely manner and redistributing clean garments
- Supporting with chemical and hazardous waste management in collaboration with the Safety Team
- Receiving incoming shipments from various vendors, while quality checking and assessing shipment condition
- Managing the flow of inventories in an inventory management system and organizing the distribution of materials to central storage locations
- Writing and maintaining proper documentation (including SOPs and Work Instructions) and record keeping
- Transporting materials between various buildings using a company vehicle
We’d love to hear from you if
- You take pride in being a self-motivated person, fast learner, team player, and creative problem solver
- You are friendly and personable with excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- You have a high school diploma, or equivalent with at least two years of experience in a related field or you have a post secondary diploma or certificate in a related field
- You have the ability to lift up to 40lbs
- You have a class 5 driver's license
- You show initiative and thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- You have excellent documentation and organizational skills with impeccable attention to detail
- You are accountable, reliable, punctual, and resilient, with an unwavering work ethic
What We Offer
AbCellera’s hiring range for this role is CAD $50,000 - $62,000 annually, commensurate with your education and job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition to base salary, we offer equity, annual bonus dependent on team and company performance, and a 6% (non-match) RRSP contribution.
You will have a CAD $1,500 annual Active Lifestyle Allowance, annual vacation, professional development opportunities, and comprehensive health benefits. Scientific and technical mentorship is a priority. And you’ll find we prioritize teams and social groups to build community and connections across AbCellera.
About AbCellera
AbCellera is a global company that discovers and develops antibody-based medicines that help people live longer, happier, and more productive lives. We are focused on bringing innovative medicines to patients, both by advancing our internal pipeline of programs and partnering with companies that have novel science or innovative technology.
And it all starts with our team. We’ve built a place where people feel they are part of something bigger than themselves. A place that exists to push the limits of science and technology, and aims to bring better therapies to patients.
We look for people with drive and energy. Idealists. People we love and people we trust. This may be unconventional, but it is the key to our success.
To apply
Please submit your application through our website and refer to
Job ID 23240 in your cover letter. We apologize in advance, but we receive a large volume of applications and are only able to contact those who are selected for an interview.
