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Location New Westminster Campus Salary Range $32.04 per hour (with wage increments to a max of $36.06 per hour). Salary and wage increments are in accordance with the Collective Agreement. The Opportunity You’re passionate about physics and you’re a technical expert in laboratory procedures, but it’s your passion for helping others deepen their understanding of the science that sets you apart. Guiding students through proper lab procedures, preparing engaging assignments, and creating an encouraging environment where students are motivated to learn is where you thrive. With your organizational skills and your ability to lead a classroom, you ensure smooth operations of lab instruction and demonstration. If this sounds like you, we need your talents! Apply to the Laboratory Technician IV, Physics position, and join our dedicated and supportive team. Who We Are Do what you love. Be good at it. That’s how Douglas College defines a great career. It’s a philosophy that resonates through our classrooms, our offices and our boardrooms. It inspires our students and drives us to make Douglas College one of BC’s Top Employers. We love what we do. And we’re looking for passionate, motivated people to join us in making one of Canada’s best degree-granting colleges even better. Be a part of an institution where everyone is committed to empowering successful students, creating responsive learning environments, fostering social and environmental responsibility, and supporting healthy learning and work environments. What It Takes B.Sc. in Physics from a recognized post-secondary educational institution; An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered Good working knowledge of the English language (written and verbal). Good working knowledge of course content; operation and routine maintenance of laboratory equipment and apparatus; modern techniques pertaining to the instruction of Physics courses. Demonstrated ability to communicate courteously and effectively in person, in writing and over the telephone with students, faculty, administrators, staff and the public. Additional Information For the Full Job Description, here. This temporary part-time (minimum 6 hours per week) position to provide laboratory support for first year astronomy labs ( ASTR 1105 – Introduction to Astronomy) is available starting September 9, 2026 to December 10, 2026. Regular hours of work are between the hours of 4:00pm – 10:00pm. Labs will be scheduled on Wednesday and/or Thursday evenings at the New Westminster campus and specific days will be assigned based on course scheduling requirements and staff availability. Successful candidate must be available for occasional work at all Douglas College campuses and offsite locations.

What you’ll do

The role involves guiding students through physics laboratory procedures and preparing engaging assignments to deepen their scientific understanding. The technician ensures smooth operations of lab instruction and demonstrations while maintaining laboratory equipment.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a B.Sc. in Physics or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Proficiency in English and a strong working knowledge of physics course content and modern instructional techniques are required.

Other relevant skills

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• Laboratory Procedures
• Physics Instruction
• Equipment Maintenance
• Classroom Leadership
• Student Guidance
• Organizational Skills
• Written Communication
• Verbal Communication

Job areas

• Education
• Science & Research