Research Associate

What you'll do

Responsibilities

What you'll be doing...

Reporting to a Research Scientist, you will:

Provide technical assistance for projects led by Research Scientists. This involves assisting with day-to-day operations of a project to meet the research objectives and commitments with collaborating partners and funding agencies. Work on one or more research projects daily. This position may conduct Laboratory work in support of data acquisition missions which may require both indoor and outside working environments. Innovative and committed to life-long learning, you are a creative self-starter with a commitment to research excellence.

What you'll need

Qualifications

Qualifications and Occupational Experience:

The minimum educational qualification is a diploma, advanced diploma, or degree in a related field or discipline specific to the nature of the research such as natural resources, environmental science, biology, horticulture, agriculture, or related field. You have a minimum of two years (full-time equivalent) of recent and related occupational experience in a research environment which includes laboratory work. Proven experience working with industry partners to complete a project on time and on budget. Experience in working with Tissue culture Lab and conducting Tissue Culture Plant work. Experience with somatic embryogenesis would be considered an asset. You are familiar with and comfortable using computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite, e-mail, Adobe Acrobat, Project Management Tools and Data Analysis Tools. You are comfortable working in a digital environment; you take responsibility for acquiring knowledge about advancing technology; and you are committed to using technology in advancing your work. Experience supporting/providing service to students and prospective students would be considered an asset.

Relevant Skill Knowledge:

You demonstrate a commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, accessibility and anti-racism. You possess excellent interpersonal skills and are able to interact at all levels of an organization. You are known for your superior customer service skills and can create a relationship of trust beyond immediate interaction. Adept at somatic embryos from explants. Knowledge of, pH adjustments, and autoclaving. Your superb team working skills enable you to contribute positively to a team environment. You have specific technical occupational knowledge and skill in tissue culture techniques. You are known for your problem solving and critical thinking skills. You are a strong communicator. You possess excellent coordination skills specifically related to setting up, managing and conducting research projects. You have proven record and information management skills and abilities related to research data collection, analysis and visualization. You have strong project management skills related to research activities.

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