Research Assistant

This competition is restricted to internal applicants of the University of Alberta. Please indicate your internal status using the “Advertisement” drop down menu when applying.

This position is a part of the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).

This position has a term end date of March 24, 2025 and offers a comprehensive benefits package which can be viewed on our Benefits Overview page .

Location – This role is in-person at North Campus Edmonton.

Working for the University of Alberta

The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all First Peoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.

The University of Alberta is teeming with change makers, community builders, and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to more than 40,000 students in 200+ undergraduate and 500+ graduate programs, over 13,000 faculty and staff, 260,000 alumni worldwide and have been recognized as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers for over a decade.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross section of people—from our students and stakeholders, to our renowned researchers and innovators who are quite literally curing diseases, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger, and more just.

Working for the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering

The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering aims to maintain its position among the top schools in North America. Our graduate program attracts outstanding students from the best schools worldwide and presently has an enrollment of over 500 students. The undergraduate programs in Civil and Environmental Engineering, Mining Engineering, and Petroleum Engineering enroll close to 1000 students. 

Position 

The individual will work under the supervision of Professor Zaher Hashisho. The required tasks for this position include ordering and maintaining inventory of lab supplies and ensuring labs are compliant with UofA Health, Safety and Environment standards, assist with preparing proposals and writing materials, and assist with Experiments and lab work. Additional tasks include assisting with surveys and experiments.

Duties 

1. Maintain a safe work environment:

• Coordinate with new students for completing safety training needed to work in the lab
• Maintain safe work environment per applicable safety protocols
• Adhere to established safety and hygiene protocols to maintain a pristine and organized lab environment.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure a conducive and safe working environment for all researchers.

2. Stock Lab Supplies:

• Manage and maintain an accurate inventory of laboratory supplies.
• Monitor supply levels and anticipate needs to prevent disruptions in research activities.
• Collaborate with procurement and research teams to ensure timely and cost-effective replenishment of supplies.
• Contact service provides for instruments maintenance and repair

3. Assist with preparing proposals and other writing materials:

• Complete literature reviews or collecting references
• Draft proposals, reports
• Proofread documents
• prepare charts, figures, PowerPoint presentations
• Assist team members with the analysis of data, providing support to ongoing research initiatives.

4. Assist with Experiments and lab work:

• Collaborate with researchers in setting up equipment and preparing materials for experiments.
• Actively assist team members in the execution of experiments, following established protocols.
• Actively assist team members in recording and organizing experimental data.
• Assist students in analysis of samples using their knowledge of analytical chemistry and environmental science
• Assist students in setting up Eddy covariance systems

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (engineering or science).
• Strong knowledge of chemistry and environmental science
• Knowledge of university operation, procedures, and safety protocols
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Hands-on knowledge of eddy covariance systems
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high-quality research standards.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.

Note: Online applications are accepted until midnight Mountain Standard Time of the closing date.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.