Research Assistant

1 month ago

Regina, Canada University of Regina Full time

Faculty/Department Faculty of Science Unit Science-Biology Employee Group CUPE 5791 - Research Collective Agreement Consideration Open to the Public. CUPE 5791 Job Family Research Category Staff Number of Vacancies 1 Position Summary

The Institute of Environmental Change and Society (IECS) and the Institute for Microbial Systems and Society (IMSS) at the University of Regina (Canada) are seeking applicants for one (1) Research Assistant position
**Key Responsibilities**:

- Independently performs nucleic acid extraction from a variety of sources including wastewater, environmental and patient samples.
- Quantitative analyses of nucleic acids including qRT-PCR/dPCR and library preparation for next-generation sequencing (NGS) following established procedures.
- Solid-phase extraction of small molecules from environmental samples.
- Analyze and upload data to databases, prepare reports and manuscripts for publication, and attend meetings with supervisors as required.
- Ensures that laboratory areas are well-organized.
- Applies general technical knowledge and skills to perform routine, standardized laboratory research techniques and procedures.
- Supports the laboratory as required.

Position Requirements

**Qualifications**:
**Knowledge and Skills**: Previous laboratory experience is required, specifically performing nucleic acid extraction and dPCR/ qRT-PCR. NGS library preparation, SPE and other techniques are assets.

**Education and Experience**: The successful applicant will have a **B.Sc. in biology or biochemistry** and **have at least one year of laboratory working experience (or equivalent)**. MSc degree and experience working with complex samples are an asset.

Physical Demands

Pay Grade As Per CUPE 5791 Research Salary Range $35,417 - $42,500 based on qualifications and experience. Status Term Work Hours

As per CUPE Local 5791 (Research Employees) collective agreement

Duration (if Term/Temporary) One year contract, with the possibility of renewal Full-Time/Part-Time Full Time Preference Posting No Preference Target Posting Not Targeted

Additional Information

**Contact Information**

**Job Open Date**
- 10/08/2024**Job Close Date**
- 12/08/2024**Open Until Filled**
- No**Special Application Instructions**
- a cover letter introducing yourself
- a curriculum vitae;
- names and contact information (include telephone and E-mail) for three referees.

All applicants **must be** residents in Canada.

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