Union/Affiliation:

C.U.P.E. Local 3338

Pay range:

$30.67 hourly plus 14% in lieu of benefits

SFU Department Descr:

Science Stores

Position Grade:

8

of openings:

1

Biweekly Hours:

70

Who We Are

Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.

Science Stores supports the procurement of laboratory materials, supplies, and reagents essential for research and teaching on the Burnaby Campus. It offers researchers, technicians, and instructors convenient, off the shelf access to commonly used materials, equipment, reagents, solvents, personal protective equipment (PPE), and consumables.

About the Role

This position is responsible for providing customer service and overseeing the operation and control of the Science Stores reception area. They are responsible for helping to obtain materials behind the counter, maintaining shelf stock levels, data entry into the Science Stores computer system to ensure accurate recording of ordering, receiving, and billing for goods and services. The position helps to cover and provides support for the Receiver during busy periods, breaks, scheduled days off, and vacations by performing their duties to ensure continued services including ordering, shipping and receiving.

The ideal candidate is a highly organized and service-oriented professional that has familiarity with lab supplies, materials and reagents. The candidate can demonstrate good judgment, effective communication, attention to detail, along with the ability to work independently while collaborating with internal teams and vendors. Experience with inventory control, and customer service will support success in this role.

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