Today, Maxxam operates modern laboratory facilities totaling more than 250,000 square feet, in 20 Canadian cities, and employs more than 1,100 highly trained people. Approximately 60% of Maxxam's full-time employees are university graduates in a variety of disciplines, including: chemistry, biology, biochemistry, immunology, engineering, computer science, math, environmental science, and toxicology. Maxxam employees work in a variety of departments such as, Inorganic/Organic Chemistry, Racing and Food Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Genetics & Immunology, Biotechnology, Industrial Hygiene, and Professional Accounting. Many of these people have advanced degrees, and more than a dozen have Ph.D. designations.

Using the latest state-of-the-art instrumentation such as LC/MS/MS, HPLC, GC/MS/MS, high-resolution MS, GC/MS, GC, ICP, ICP/MS, electron microscopy, FTIR, and others, Maxxam scientists perform a wide variety of analytical and scientific research studies for clients across Canada as well as outside Canada.

Maxxam is not only the largest, multi-disciplinary analytical lab in Canada; it is also a great place to work. Explore our web site to find a career that suits your skills, experience, knowledge and personality.

Putting people first is more than a Maxxam strength. It lies at the heart of our values and culture. Our people - knowledge, experience, and skills - are why we are able to deliver exceptional turn-around-time and quality results to our clients.

At Maxxam, we strive to create an atmosphere that encourages people to give their best. We provide the setting for dedicated employees to thrive in their positions and develop professionally through continuing education and training.

We are committed to fulfilling our vision for Maxxam:

	A company where the best people want to work
	Customers who recommend us to others because we constantly exceed their expectations
	Success measured in the growth of our company, its earnings, and ourselves
	The Canadian leader in analytical services
	Maxxam and Maxxam employees share the same commitment to their customers, shareholders and each other. Maxxam is committed to being a great place to work. This includes providing rewarding career opportunities, giving employees a greater stake in Maxxam's success, and investing in training to continually enhance individual skills. It also means providing flexibility to meet employee needs and, finally, communicating with honesty and integrity.