Research Assistant

2 months ago

Mississauga, Canada Vive Crop Protection Full time

**ABOUT VIVE**
Vive is a high-growth trajectory, sustainable agtech firm founded in 2006 and headquartered in Mississauga, ON. Our Made in Canada, patented Allosperse® delivery technology helps farmers do more with less. By bringing the power of Precision Chemistry to agriculture, Vive is connecting the lab to the field, enabling growers to cut costs and reduce their environmental footprint. We are fully commercial with established distribution across the US, and our products were used on 1.2 million acres in 2023.

We were recently selected as part of the inaugural cohort of the Government of Canada’s Global Hypergrowth Project, and we are well on our way to becoming Canada’s leading anchor agtech firm. Our global expansion ambition has started with our first product Canadian registration in spring 2023. We’ve received several awards for innovation, been named the SDTC Changemaker of the Year, and ranked #196 on the list of the fastest-growing companies in the Americas. With over 100+ patents, and a vision of having a Vive solution on every acre, we’re looking for passionate, growth-minded individuals to join us on our journey

At Vive, our core values are the foundation of everything we do and are a guiding force for all the exciting and unique experiences you will have when working with us.
- We are grower-focused
- We succeed through collective genius
- We are building something real
- We are confident and adaptive owners
- We are data-driven

If you’re looking to build something real with a team of smart, confident, and adaptive owners, keep reading to learn more about the Research Assistant role and the role you will play in helping us reach our goals

**MISSION**

Your core mission as a Research Assistant on the Product Development team is to provide technical support to other members of the team with a focus on several experiments and methods of analysis that are well understood and normally have standard procedures to follow.

You will deliver on this mission by:

- Setting up and executing experiments according to established SOPs or as directed by senior staff.
- Performing accurate calculations, making observations, and gathering complete and accurate data.
- Maintaining up‐to‐date working records, such as lab notebooks and sample reports, by uploading, entering, organizing, and summarizing experimental data
- Adhering to local, provincial, and federal legislation pertaining to company employment and health and safety policies.
- Demonstrating corporate values in the performance of the work and interactions with others.

**INTERACTS WITH**:

- Internally - Joint Health and Safety Committee, Product Development Chemistry, Research, Biology, Application Science, Process
- Externally - Service Providers, Suppliers

**DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Provide technical support to the product development team staff and work with other Vive scientists toward a determined goal or deliverable. This may involve tasks such as: Sample and stock solution preparation; Sample characterization and analysis (particle size measurement, viscosity, storage stability, etc.); Instrument calibration and maintenance; Compatibility testing; Soil column experiments; Plant maintenance
- Perform scientific activities requiring keen observation, accuracy of calculations, completeness of data and general adherence to prescribed methods.
- Maintain up‐to‐date working records, such as lab notebooks and sample reports, by uploading, entering, organizing, and summarizing data, observations, and conclusions.
- May be asked to assist other scientists in the development of new methods or in the improvement of existing ones.
- Provide training on SOPs and methods to co-op students and lab technicians.
- Participate in regular laboratory clean up.
- Assist in receiving/shipping laboratory samples.
- Follow all laboratory safety rules and regulations.
- Perform other job‐related duties, as necessary.

**SKILLS & EXPERIENCES**
- B.Sc. in a scientific discipline or equivalent with 0‐3 years experience in a relevant field such as Chemistry, Chemical/Process Engineering, Materials Science, Biology and/or Biological Sciences.
- Good experimental research skills and experience with data analysis
- Good computer skills including proficiency with spreadsheets and MS Office programs
- Familiarity with common laboratory instrumentation and techniques, and ability to quickly learn how to operate new instruments and perform other procedures as required.
- Excellent time management and priority setting skills. Self-motivated and able to adapt to changing business priorities

**WORK ENVIRONMENT**
- Incumbents are initially managed closely by more senior staff until tasks are mastered, then generally work independently within established procedures.
- Has some latitude to implement process improvements within the confines of achieving objectives of the role with supervisor approval (ex. suggests new instruments or changes to me

  • Clinical Research Coordinator

    3 months ago

    Mississauga, Canada Cliantha Research Ltd. Full time

    _Cliantha Research Inc._ is currently seeking Part-Time Clinical Research Coordinator(s) who can fulfill its business needs and is looking for better learning and growth opportunities. About Us Cliantha Research is a full service Clinical Research Organization (CRO) that provides comprehensive and integrated offerings in Early Phase, Late Phase,...

  • Clinical Research Coordinator

    7 months ago

    Mississauga, Canada Cliantha Research Ltd. Full time

    _Cliantha Research Inc._ is currently seeking Part-Time Clinical Research Coordinator(s) who can fulfill its business needs and is looking for better learning and growth opportunities. About Us Cliantha Research is a full service Clinical Research Organization (CRO) that provides comprehensive and integrated offerings in Early Phase, Late Phase,...

  • Research Officer in X-ray Absorption Spectroscopy

    6 months ago

    Mississauga, Canada National Research Council Canada Full time

    Great Minds. One Goal. Canada's Success. Help bring research to life and drive your career forward with the National Research Council of Canada (NRC), Canada's largest research and technology organization. We are looking for a Research Officer to lead experimentation utilizing X-ray absorption spectroscopy (XAS) at the NRC’s advanced materials research...

  • Research Assistant

    6 months ago

    Mississauga, Canada Nisa Foundation Full time

    **Summer Student - Research Assistant** **Job title** Research Assistant **Reports to** Executive Director **Location** Remote **Job Status** 8-week (40 hours/week) The Research Assistant will be responsible conducting research on domestic violence, Muslim and Immigrant communities in Canada/North America as well as transitional housing services...

  • Part-time Clinical Assistant

    6 months ago

    Mississauga, Canada Cliantha Research Ltd. Full time

    _**INSTRUCTION TO APPLY; PLEASE APPLY ACCORDINGLY OR YOUR APPLICATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED**:_ Cliantha is currently seeking **Part Time Clinical Assistant(s)**; who can fulfill its business needs and is looking for better learning and growth opportunities. **About Us** Cliantha Research is a full service Clinical Research Organization (CRO) that provides...

  • Pharmacy Assistant

    6 months ago

    Mississauga, Canada Cliantha Research Ltd. Full time

    _Cliantha_ is currently seeking Part Time Pharmacy Assistant(s); who can fulfill its business needs and is looking for better learning and growth opportunities. About Us - Cliantha Research_ is a full service Clinical Research Organization (CRO) that provides comprehensive and integrated offerings in Early Phase, Late Phase, Respiratory, Tobacco Research,...

  • Clinical Systems Specialist

    6 months ago

    Mississauga, Canada Cliantha Research Full time

    Cliantha is currently seeking a **Clinical Systems Specialist **who can fulfill its business needs and is looking for better learning and growth opportunities. **About Us** Cliantha Research is a full service Clinical Research Organization (CRO) that provides comprehensive and integrated offerings in Early Phase, Late Phase, Respiratory, Tobacco Research,...

  • Part-time Pharmacy Assistant

    3 months ago

    Mississauga, Canada Cliantha Research Ltd. Full time

    **1) **Study Investigational Product(s) (IP) preparation and repackaging within limitations set by training, experience and qualifications in accordance with study protocol and under the supervision of a pharmacy manager or pharmacist when required by protocol, sponsor **2) **Pharmaceutical preparations for oral, parenteral, enteral, topical, intradermal,...

  • Clinical Training Supervisor

    3 months ago

    Mississauga, Canada Cliantha Research Ltd. Full time

    _Cliantha Research Inc._ is currently seeking a Full-time **Clinical Training Supervisor**; who can fulfill its business needs and is looking for better learning and growth opportunities. **About Us** Cliantha Research Inc. is a full service Clinical Research Organization (CRO) that provides comprehensive and integrated offerings in Early Phase, Late...

  • Subject Recruitment Coordinator

    6 months ago

    Mississauga, Canada Cliantha Research Ltd. Full time

    _**This is not a HR Related Position**_ - **INSTRUCTION TO APPLY; PLEASE APPLY ACCORDINGLY OR YOUR APPLICATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED**:_ **About Us** Cliantha Research is a full service Clinical Research Organization (CRO) that provides comprehensive and integrated offerings in Early Phase, Late Phase, Respiratory, Tobacco Research, Dermatology, Consumer...

  • Subject Recruitment Coordinator

    2 months ago

    Mississauga, Canada Cliantha Research Ltd. Full time

    _**This is not a HR Related Position**_ - **INSTRUCTION TO APPLY; PLEASE APPLY ACCORDINGLY OR YOUR APPLICATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED**:_ **About Us** Cliantha Research is a full service Clinical Research Organization (CRO) that provides comprehensive and integrated offerings in Early Phase, Late Phase, Respiratory, Tobacco Research, Dermatology, Consumer...

  • Subject Recruitment Coordinator

    6 months ago

    Mississauga, Canada Cliantha Research Ltd. Full time

    _**This is not a HR Related Position**_ - **INSTRUCTION TO APPLY; PLEASE APPLY ACCORDINGLY OR YOUR APPLICATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED**:_ **About Us** Cliantha Research is a full service Clinical Research Organization (CRO) that provides comprehensive and integrated offerings in Early Phase, Late Phase, Respiratory, Tobacco Research, Dermatology, Consumer...

  • Part-time Phlebotomist

    3 months ago

    Mississauga, Canada Cliantha Research Ltd. Full time

    _Cliantha Research Inc._ is currently seeking Part-Time Phlebotomist(s); who can fulfill its business needs and is looking for better learning and growth opportunities. About Us Cliantha Research Inc. is a full service Clinical Research Organization (CRO) that provides comprehensive and integrated offerings in Early Phase, Late Phase, Respiratory, Tobacco...

  • Part-time Phlebotomist

    6 months ago

    Mississauga, Canada Cliantha Research Ltd. Full time

    _Cliantha Research Inc._ is currently seeking Part-Time Phlebotomist(s); who can fulfill its business needs and is looking for better learning and growth opportunities. About Us Cliantha Research Inc. is a full service Clinical Research Organization (CRO) that provides comprehensive and integrated offerings in Early Phase, Late Phase, Respiratory, Tobacco...

  • Clinical Operations Supervisor

    3 months ago

    Mississauga, Canada Cliantha Research Ltd. Full time

    Job description **Job Description / Roles and Responsibilities for Job Title**: **1) **Assist Associate Director in supervising workload, productivity and work quality of staff, ensuring assigned tasks are completed accurately and within defined performance expectations. Other duties include, but are not limited to: **i. **Supervise performance and...

  • Bioanalytical Laboratory Specialist

    3 weeks ago

    Mississauga, Ontario, Canada Pharma Medica Research Inc. Full time

    About UsPharma Medica Research Inc. is a full-service contract research organization that specializes in early-phase clinical trials for healthy volunteers, special populations, and patients.Role OverviewWe are currently seeking an experienced Bioanalytical Technician to join our team in Mississauga. The successful candidate will be responsible for technical...

  • Regulatory Compliance Specialist

    2 weeks ago

    Mississauga, Ontario, Canada Pharma Medica Research Inc. Full time

    About Pharma Medica Research Inc.Pharma Medica Research (PMRI) is a Contract Research Organization that strives for innovation and original solutions in a highly regulated industry. We are a full-service contract research organization specializing in conducting early-phase clinical trials in healthy volunteers, special populations, and patient groups.Our...

  • Quality Control Specialist

    6 months ago

    Mississauga, Canada Cliantha Research Ltd. Full time

    **General Responsibilities**: - Perform quality control procedures for clinical trials managed by the Clinical Operations department; review all study documentation for accuracy, consistency and completeness - Work with QC manager, Clinical Operations management and study management staff to create study specific QC plans that outline the scope of quality...

  • Office Administrative Assistant

    6 months ago

    Mississauga, Canada Clinosol Research Inc. Full time

    Work Term: Permanent - Work Language: English - Hours: 35 hours per week - Education: College/CEGEP - Experience: 7 months to less than 1 year - or equivalent experience **Work setting**: - Vocational evaluation and training centre - Consulting firm **Tasks**: - Arrange and co-ordinate seminars, conferences, etc. - Supervise other workers - Train other...

  • Chemical Lab Research Assistant

    2 weeks ago

    Mississauga, Ontario, Canada Oldcastle Inc. Full time

    Oldcastle Infrastructure is a leading provider of utility infrastructure solutions. We're committed to innovation and a safety-first mindset. As part of our team, you'll contribute to industrial research and development of water treatment equipment.About the RoleThis entry-level position involves working with engineers to conduct experiments in the lab and...