Summer Student, Research Assistant in Sustainability

2 weeks ago


Edmonton, Canada NAIT Full time

**NOTE: This is a temporary position from May 2024 to August 2024.**

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Literature review and data mining
- Carry out general tasks and laboratory protocols including general housekeeping, experimental set up and take down, solution preparation, and basic analytical equipment maintenance.
- Use analytical instrumentation to acquire data and compile data within Excel for presentation to team members and industry partners.
- Participate in maintaining a safe laboratory environment by following standard operating procedures, proper chemical handling, and helping to update safety protocols.
- Communicate results and observations effectively between project teams and industry partners as needed
- Write reports/presentations summarizing the data obtained using Word and Power Point

**Qualifications**:

- Must be able to work full-time from May 1 to August 30, 2024
- Must be enrolled at NAIT or other community college/polytechnic or university in Chemical Technology, Biological, Environmental Technology, Nanotechnology, Chemical Engineering Technology, or equivalent programs
- A minimum of one year of demonstrated hands-on training or experience in a chemistry laboratory is a major asset
- Knowledge of literature search databases will be an asset
- Understanding of lab safety guidelines and best practices including WHMIS, and Occupational Health & Safety guidelines is a major asset

**Remuneration**:$1,267.05 - $1,572.39 bi-weekly, plus 12% in lieu of statutory holidays and vacation pay. (Classification - Student Research Assistant l)
- This position is covered by the AUPE (Alberta Union of Provincial Employees) Collective Agreement._

**Please submit a resume and cover letter to be considered for this opportunity.**

**About NAIT**

At NAIT, people matter.

We’re proud to have been named one of Alberta’s Top Employers for 13 consecutive years. Developing an engaging, supportive and rewarding work culture is something we take seriously. We know that people are our biggest asset - they are what makes NAIT a great place to work.

**What we offer**

NAIT is a flexible workplace and depending on the nature of your role, you may request flexible work arrangements with respect to where and when you work, including being on-campus full-time, working off-site, or a combination of the two.

**Additional requirements**

Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada who have not had them previously assessed should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services or the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)

**Accommodations**

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