Employment Opportunity

 

February 10, 2026

 

TECHNOLOGIST II (BAND LEVEL 6)

Department of Technical Services

(2 Year Contractual Position)

 

This competition may be used to fill identical positions in this unit within three (3) months of the closing date

 

All qualified employees are welcome to apply, however preference is given to CUPE members

 

 

DUTIES

Under general supervision, the successful applicant will perform skilled work in design, fabrication, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, testing, certification, calibration, modification and installation of electronic equipment and infrastructure throughout the University. The successful applicant's duties may include repair of laboratory equipment, installation of structured data network cabling and related infrastructure, fabrication and testing of custom research apparatus, testing and maintenance of safety systems such as respirator fit testing, and/or assisting in the design/programming/fabrication of custom micro-controller operated devices. Strong troubleshooting skills, a commitment to safe work practices, and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and clients are essential. The successful candidate will also be expected to perform other related duties as required.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

Successful completion of an approved 3 year program in Electronics Technology. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years' experience at a skilled level in the maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, testing, modification and installation of electronic equipment, preferably scientific equipment. Hardware and/or software experience with Arduino, Raspberry Pi or PLCs would be considered an asset. Coding experience would be an asset. Biomedical electronics training or experience would be an asset. The successful candidate will be expected to have knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions involved in the work. Experience in a university, college, or laboratory environment would be considered an asset. Strong troubleshooting skills are essential. An equivalent combination of experience and training may be considered.

 

SALARY                                   $60,091 - $67,257 per annum (CUPE Local 1615)

                                                An upscale hiring step will apply to this position (Step 6)

CLOSING DATE                       February 24, 2026 by 5:00 p.m NST

 

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, preference will be given to applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada. Memorial University is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women; 2SLGBTQIA+ people; persons whose gender identity or gender expression is nonbinary or otherwise not cisgender; Indigenous peoples; racialized people; black persons; and persons with disabilities. Memorial is committed to providing an inclusive learning and work environment. 

 

If there is anything we can do to ensure your full participation during the application process, please contact equity@mun.ca directly and we will work with you to make appropriate arrangements.

 

The personal information requested in your application is collected under the authority of the Memorial University Act (RSNL 1990 c M-7) for the purpose of identifying and recruiting candidates; assessing applicant qualifications; and maintaining records pertaining to the administration of employment with Memorial University of Newfoundland.

 

If you are a successful candidate, this information will form part of your permanent employment record and will be used for other activities related to the employment process. This information may be disclosed to government departments and agencies as legally required; and to third party service providers, as necessary to administer programs and activities.

 

If you have any questions about the collection, use and disclosure of the information on this form, please contact MyHR, Department of Human Resources, at recruitment@mun.ca.

 

Please be advised that we are unable to provide updates on current competitions.

 

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.