Laboratory Demonstrator (b)

***Interested in a career at Langara College?*** Our employees exemplify Langara's values of excellence, collegiality, innovation and integrity. If you think this position fits your qualifications, we encourage you to apply! Langara College is located in Vancouver, B.C.: applicants to postings must be located in BC or willing to move to BC to accept work with Langara College. Exceptions to this will be clearly outlined in the event Langara College requires work (or positions to be based) to be performed outside BC or Canada. **Current employee? Apply through Careers in your** **Workday** **account.** **Job Title:** Laboratory Demonstrator (b) **Employee Group:** CUPE**Employee Type:** Temporary (Fixed Term) **Start Date:** Tuesday, September 1 2026 **End Date (if applicable):** Thursday, December 31 2026 **Job Summary:** The Laboratory Demonstrator (b) is responsible for providing laboratory, instructional, and operations support for the Physics Department. This position is primarily responsible for the preparation and delivery of physics laboratory experiments as part of a variety of college physics courses. This position is also required to participate in the development of new laboratory exercises and general maintenance of laboratory supplies, equipment and demonstration kits. **Job Description:** **Qualifications Required:** ============================ **Education** ------------- * Completion of a Bachelor of Science (Physics major) required. * 1 year laboratory demonstrator experience combined with purchasing, ordering and repairing of equipment. * An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. * Knowledge and experience of Health \& Safety operations and requirements, including WHMIS safety standards and practices. * Knowledge of the applicable course content, instructional materials and equipment. * Knowledge of first and second year level physics and laboratory techniques, and operation of related equipment. * Knowledge of the procedures, techniques and methodologies involved in providing instructional support services in a physics laboratory environment. * General knowledge of webpage development software (i.e. Dreamweaver). * Proficiency in the use of computer applications including word processing, spreadsheet, database, email, and Internet. **Skills \& Abilities** ----------------------- * Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. * Ability to instruct and demonstrate the use of different equipment to students. * Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, faculty, staff, students and members of the public. * Ability to understand, interpret and apply department rules, policies and technical materials. * Ability to organize and prioritize work. * Ability to effectively supervise, direct and lead others. * Ability to respond and manage potentially dangerous, hazardous, or emergency situations. * Ability to exercise a high level of initiative and responsibility. **Additional Info:** **Why Join Langara?** At Langara College, we support the College’s vision of promoting wellness and fostering personal and professional growth for our employees. We are dedicated to embracing, honouring, and advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion, while offering a competitive and inclusive benefits package that reflects our commitment to overall health, financial security, and work\-life balance. *\*\* Eligibility and entitlements may vary based on the employment group, and if the position is temporary, part\-time, or casual \*\** We offer the following benefits: * Extensive medical, dental, and vision coverage * Hybrid\-work program for eligible positions * Generous vacation package plus paid time off during college winter closure (1 week in December) * Employer paid defined benefit pension plan * Potential eligibility for educational, training, and developmental programs * Access to on\-site daycare subject to availability * Tuition waivers for courses at Langara College, subject to space availability * Course/program tuition reimbursements * Wellness classes and campus engagement events **Salary Range:** $35\.10 \- $40\.17 per hour **Pay Grade:** CUPE Paygrade 25 **Scheduled Weekly Hours:** 16\.33 **Hours may vary according to the needs of the department.** **Compressed Workweek (Fortnight):** No **Closing Date:** Tuesday, July 14 2026 People and Culture is committed to embracing, honoring, and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace. We remain dedicated to focusing our efforts on creating an inclusive employee community that fosters a sense of safety and belonging for everyone. We humbly acknowledge that we are just beginning our journey, which includes engaging in our own internal learning and creating a data\-driven action plan that supports the integration of EDI practice into the work of People and Culture and the work we do with employees and leaders. Langara College welcomes applications from everyone including people from groups that are experiencing inequity including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA\+ community. If there are any barriers that you are experiencing or an accommodation that we can provide to support you through the application process, please contact us. If you were a temporary employee with CUPE Local 15 at Langara College who has worked **within the last five (5\) months of the closing date on this posting**, please contact our recruitment team if you meet the criteria for internal status (850 hours worked) as per Article III.7\.g in the CUPE Collective Agreement. Please quote the job requisition title and number with your previous employee ID and last day worked at the College. Please do not email if you worked at the College more than 5 months ago or if you worked in a different union. Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide proof of educational and professional credentials noted on their resume. In addition, those shortlisted with international credentials must have their education credentials evaluated through WES (World Education Services) and provide Langara College, People \& Culture document evaluation access for employment purposes. We thank you for your interest in Langara College and for taking the time to complete an application. Only complete applications will be reviewed. Please be advised that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted due to the number of applications received. **Langara is committed to enhancing our diverse workforce.**