Research Assistant, Identifying Native Plants and

1 month ago


Winnipeg, Canada University of Winnipeg Full time

Research Assistants are normally students, in a University of Winnipeg undergraduate program, employed to assist with tasks related to research. Work is performed within defined guidelines and under supervision of a more senior researcher or faculty member.

**Position Overview**:
Looking for one person to fill the position of Research Assistant in Biology. The Research Assistant will contribute to research that explores the role of plant diversity on grassland production, drought tolerance, and carbon storage. This is a term position which will start May 1 and end August 31, 2024. The work requires spending extended time outdoors in remote wilderness areas that can only be accessed on foot and will require travel away from Winnipeg. Skills required include: knowledge of the flora of Manitoba, field navigation, including mapping and navigation using a GPS, use of spatial databases and mapping using GIS, use of statistical tools (including R) to analyze vegetation and environmental data, preparation of data summaries and written reports. Experience presenting research findings to the public.

The successful applicant will be eligible to register in the B.Sc. Honours program in Biology in September 2024 and be available to continue to research in Dr. Otfinowski’s lab in the fall.

**Duties**:
The work requires spending extended time outdoors in remote wilderness areas that can only be accessed on foot and will require travel away from Winnipeg. Tasks include collection, storage, and transport of vegetation and soil samples, collecting or recording data in the field, coordinating field and lab work with research team.

**Qualifications**:

- Minimum overall GPA 3.5.
- Completed courses in ecology, soil science, and biology of vascular plants.
- Additional completed courses in GIS, cartography, and statistics.
- Skills required include:

- knowledge of the flora of Manitoba
- field navigation, including mapping and navigation using a GPS
- use of spatial databases and mapping using GIS
- use of statistical tools (including R) to analyze vegetation and environmental data
- preparation of data summaries and written reports.
- Demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills, including an above average level of organization and self motivation.
- Able to operate of software (GIS, spatial database, statistical analysis).
- Experience with surveying of vegetation and the collection, preservation, and storage of biological samples.

**Condition(s) of Employment**:

- **Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.**:

- Valid Class 5 Drivers License.
- Research requires walking and working in remote areas, lifting weights of 30 lbs, and working in extreme outdoor conditions.

The period of work will be from **May 1, 2024 - August 30, 2024 **and the estimated total hours of work will be **approximately 602 hours**.

**_ Note_**_: This position is represented by the Public Service Alliance of Canada - Research Capacity Unit._

**Note**: The work described in this posting will be conducted in-person.



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