Research Assistant

3 weeks ago

Lethbridge, Canada Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada Full time

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada - Science and Technology Branch
Lethbridge (Alberta)
$24.62 to $37.53 per hour (Master's: $24.62 to $30.99; Doctorate: $28.99 to $37.53 Varies as per the level of education and experience.)
For further information on the organization, please visit Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

For further information on the Research Affiliate Program (RAP), please visit Research Affiliate Program (RAP)

**Closing date: 21 October 2024 - 23:59, Pacific Time**

**Who can apply**: Persons residing in Canada, Canadian citizens, and Permanent residents abroad.
- Be enrolled in an academic program that requires research as part of the curriculum.
- Be at least the minimum age to work in the province or territory where the job is located.

**Important messages**:
We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Assessment accommodation

**Duties**:
Under the supervision of the research scientist, the student will conduct scientific experiments and other laboratory work, analyze data, write reports and manuscripts, and write a thesis including scientific research background, methodology, results obtained, and discussion. As part of the research project, duties may include, but are not limited to, protein purification and characterization, chemical treatment/polysaccharide preparation/glycan extractions for glycomics, and glycomics analyses of carbohydrates and/or glycoproteins by liquid chromatography - mass spectrometry.

**Work environment**:
The research lab and Glycomics Support Unit is located at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Lethbridge Research and Development Centre in Lethbridge, Alberta. The student will be working with and trained by a team of glycomics researchers and experts in biochemistry and carbohydrate chemistry. The focus of this research team is to understand how carbohydrates are formed, modified, and consumed in agricultural plant, animal, and environmental systems. The student will be training under the research scientist, research assistants, and facility managers. The duration of the project is from 2024-2027.

AAFC is committed to diversity and inclusion. We have several networks dedicated to ensuring that the department continues to grow as an inclusive, accessible, respectful and diverse workplace. All employees are encouraged and welcomed to join the networks and participate in their activities and events.
- The Gender and Sexual Diversity Inclusiveness Network
- The Indigenous Network Circle
- The Managers' Community
- The Persons with Disabilities Network
- The Student Panel of Representatives for Orientation, Unity and Training
- The Visible Minorities Network
- The Women in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Network
- The Young Professional's Network

**Positions to be filled**: 1

**Information you must provide**:
Your résumé.

Contact information for 2 references.

A list of the courses you have taken as well as any courses that you are taking now, or that you will be taking this academic year

**Education**:
Currently enrolled or will be enrolled by the date of appointment in a Master’s or PhD program at the University of Lethbridge with specialization in: Biochemistry or related discipline.

Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, or other relevant specialization from a recognized post-secondary institution.

Degree equivalency

Experience:
Experience in conducting scientific experiments in biochemistry or chemistry.
Experience in reading and writing scientific reports and articles.
- In the context of student recruitment in the Federal Public Service, the experience can be acquired through studies, work experience, or volunteer activities.

**The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)**:
English essential

Information on language requirements

Knowledge of:
Biochemistry
Mass spectrometry
Carbohydrate chemistry
Agriculture

Competencies:
Interactive communication
Teamwork
Adaptability
Showing initiative
Demonstrating integrity and respect

Abilities:
Good written and oral communication skills.

**The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)**:
Information on employment equity

Operational Requirements:
Ability and willingness to work in laboratory with hazardous materials where appropriate safety measures are in place.
Ability and willingness to work flexible hours.
Ability and willingness to travel for fieldwork, conferences, and/or meetings.

**Conditions of employment**:
Reliability Status security clearance - Each student hired through the Research Affiliate Program (RAP) must meet the security requirements of the position as a conditio

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