Full Time Jobs ⇉ Scientific Glassblower at Dalhousie University - Apr, 2022

Position Details

Position Information

Position Title Scientific Glassblower
Department/Unit Chemistry
Location Halifax
Posting Number S143-22
Employee Group NSGEU Local 77
Position Type Regular, On-Going
Duration of Contract (if applicable)
Employment Type Full Time
Full-time Equivalency (FTE) 1.0
Salary $34.63 - $43.92 per hour ($58,523 - $74,224 per annum, 32.5 hours per week)
Classification T10
Provisional Statement
About Dalhousie University Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada's leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region's intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our more than 20,000 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.
Job Summary The department of Chemistry provides excellent undergraduate programs, as well as advanced instruction at the graduate and research levels. Reporting to the Departmental Administrator, the Scientific Glassblower is responsible for the operation of the Glassblowing Shop in the Department of Chemistry.
Key Responsibilities

• Design, construct, modify and repair apparatus and equipment used for teaching and research purposes. Review and analyze glass engineering and research data to meet research objectives.
• Interpret scientific drawings and oral/written proposals in order to produce required apparatus.
• Assist faculty, post-doctoral and graduate students with design of complex scientific glass equipment and evaluate applications and fabrication techniques to determine feasibility.
• Maintain inventory and billing records. Monitor projects to meet completion dates, order glass, oxygen and hydrogen supplies. Develop an estimate on costs for each project undertaken and invoice for the work done.
• Maintain shop equipment, update operating manuals, calibrate and monitor high volume systems and annealing ovens.
• Establish and ensure adherence to safety standards in the workshop

Note Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus.
Dalhousie has a vaccine mandate that is currently in place until April 30, 2022. Should the vaccine mandate be in place at the time that the successful applicant begins employment, or should the vaccine mandate be re-implemented at a later date, the successful applicant will be required to provide proof of full vaccination through Campus Check, or may seek an accommodation from Dalhousie's vaccine requirements on grounds protected under provincial human rights legislation. Please visit the Campus Check website for more information.
Qualifications Completion of a recognized course of study in scientific glassblowing, plus a minimum of five years' related experience in a professional setting (or an equivalent combination of training and experience) is required. Demonstrated understanding of glass blowing procedures, processes, and materials (especially the various types of glass such as borosilicate, quartz, lead, etc.) is a must. Demonstrated proficiency in hand/eye coordination and manual dexterity. Excellent communication (verbal and written), interpersonal and organizational skills are essential. Must be able to work independently with minimal direct supervision.
Job Competencies
Additional Information Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program.
Application Consideration Bargaining unit employees (NSGEU local 77) are given priority consideration and will be notified on the status of their application following assessment. All other applications will be considered when there is no qualified candidate from the bargaining unit.

We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or Human Resources.
Diversity Statement Dalhousie University is committed to fostering a collegial culture grounded in diversity and inclusiveness. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi'kmaq), persons with a disability, racialized persons, including persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), women, persons of a minority sexual orientation and/or gender identity, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community.
Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1
Open Date 04/14/2022
Close Date 05/14/2022
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicant