Student Research Assistant

2 weeks ago

Surrey, Canada Kwantlen Polytechnic University Full time

Employee Group:
**Student Assistant**
- Hours of Work (BCGEU):
- # of openings:
**1**
- Hours Per Week (BCGEU):
- Pay Level:
**Student Assistant Pay Scale**
- Days of Work (BCGEU):
- Employment Type:
**Temporary Part Time**
- Internal Closing Date:
**July 22, 2023**
- Travel Frequency:
**Occasional travel between campuses is required.**
- External Closing Date:
**July 22, 2023**
- Competition ID:
**2739**

**Kwantlen Polytechnic University**

KPU offers all learners opportunities to achieve success in a diverse range of programs that blend theory and practice, critical understanding, and social and ethical awareness necessary for good citizenship and rewarding careers. KPU strives to implement initiatives that will attract, support, engage, and retain KPU’s people and create an environment where all employees see themselves as contributing to student learning.

**ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE**

This role reports to Mathias Schuetz, Biology instructor.

**SUMMARY**

The Student Research Assistant has a supportive role for carrying out research under the supervision of Biology faculty members (e.g. Mathias Schuetz). This is an educational role with the intent of providing learning opportunities and practical training to the individual while they are enrolled as a student at Kwantlen Polytechnic University. This individual will support applied research projects under the supervision and direction of the Biology faculty member.

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Engage in hands-on training in proper laboratory techniques and following previously generated standard operating procedures.
- Assist in gathering experimental data in the laboratory and in the field when required.
- Execute experiments required for research projects (following hands on training).
- Contribute data and, where appropriate, assist in preparing graphs, charts, reports, and presentations, collaboratively and under the direction of the Biology faculty member.
- Perform general lab tasks such as cleaning and organizing lab equipment.
- Other duties as assigned.

**QUALIFICATIONS**
- Currently enrolled in an appropriate academic program at KPU.
- Successful completion of some foundational courses in applicable Biology topics (may include Genetics, Microbiology, Botany, Molecular Biology, Developmental Biology, chemistry, horticulture, environmental protection or others).
- Experience performing molecular biology techniques such as plasmid isolation from bacterial cultures, PCR, Gel electrophoresis etcare an asset for this position.
- Demonstrated excellent oral and written English language skills.
- Detail oriented, with excellent organizational and time management skills and demonstrated ability to meet deadlines.
- Ability to work alone or in groups.
- Ability to use office technologies effectively and to adapt to new technologies that may be introduced.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work well with a team.

**Work hours will be 1-15 hours depending on schedule**

**Does this role sound like it was made for you, yet you don’t check every box?**

We at KPU understand that experiences and qualifications may look differently for everyone and, if this job description is of interest to you, we encourage you to apply.

**Note to Applicants**:
We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with KPU. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Kwantlen Polytechnic University is committed to protecting the safety and welfare of employees, students, and the general public, and upholding the reputation and integrity of the University. For this reason, final applicants will be asked to undergo a background check.

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