Summer Student Research Assistant, Environmental Sustainability

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Summer Student Research Assistant, Environmental Sustainability

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Job Information

Positions Available

1

Closing Date

6 Apr 2024

Type

Casual

Location

Edmonton AB

Remote Option

None

Department

Ovintiv Chair Operations

School

Industry Solutions

Campus

Main Campus

Detailed Job Description

In order to ensure your application is received by
NAIT for thorough review and consideration, please apply directly through our
Careers site at  www.nait.ca/careers

NOTE: This is a temporary
position from May 1, 2024 and ending on or before August 30, 2024.

The Clean
Technology program at the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT)
supports regional industries through applied research activities aiming to
accelerate the development of technologies rooted in circular economy
principles.

Led by Dr.
Justice Asomaning, Ovintiv Applied Research Chair in Energy, the Clean
Technologies team is a diverse, highly multidisciplinary group of professionals
with experience and backgrounds in environmental science, applied chemistry,
analytical chemistry, chemical engineering, and industrial microbiology.

The position is
focused on the supporting the area of circularity within industrial sectors of
Alberta. The position will support basic laboratory activities related to
projects focused on characterizing industrial waste materials and environmental
samples for use in forestry reclamation applications. This is a high-profile
multi-disciplinary project in close collaboration with both industry and
academic partners.

The ideal candidates are
adventurous, highly motivated, team-oriented individuals who thrive in a
multidisciplinary supportive learning and working environment. Our team
provides a highly inclusive team environment to all, and we seek individuals
who are comfortable with failure, have patience, are tenacious, have a sense of
humor, and are driven by passion for hands-on learning. Curious about what’s it
like to be a Summer Student with our team? Check out these
YouTube videos !  

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct a
  variety of laboratory based techniques such as:
• Measuring
  pH, ions, EC etc.
• Gas
  chromatography and ion chromatography
• Elemental
  analysis
• FTIR
• Carry out
  general tasks and laboratory protocols including general housekeeping,
  experimental set up and take down, solution preparation, and basic analytical
  equipment maintenance.
• Perform
  basic soil analyses, including sample preparation and analysis.
• 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
• Basic
  knowledge of Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, MS Teams is
  required
• Understanding
  of lab safety guidelines and best practices including WHIMS, and Occupational
  Health & Safety guidelines is a major asset
• Prior analytical
  laboratory experience is an advantage
• Class 5
  driver’s license and willingness to travel is an asset

Remuneration: $17.48
– $21.69 per hour, plus 12% in lieu of statutory holidays and vacation pay. (Classification
– Student Research Assistant l).                           

This
position is covered by the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE)
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.   

At
NAIT, you are part of a community that makes a difference in the lives of
students, staff and industry clients and partners. The NAIT culture reflects
our shared values of respect, collaboration, celebration, creativity, and
accountability. We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion  and are a
proud partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion  and Pride at
Work Canada.  NAIT is committed to
advancing equity and cultivating inclusion throughout the hiring process. We
especially encourage applications from Aboriginal and Indigenous people, Black
and racialized people, gender and sexually diverse (2SLGBTQIA+ and women) people,
immigrants, and people with disabilities.

What
we offer

We’ve
created a benefits package that focuses on health and wellness, professional
and personal growth, recognition, and work-life balance.

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. 

Employees
also have access to excellent vacation time, paid time off between Christmas
and New Year’s, a strong recognition program, learning opportunities, 2 annual
all-staff professional development days and so much more. 

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)

www.alberta.ca/iqas-contact.aspx.

Accommodations

NAIT
is an inclusive employer and strives to hire a diverse workforce. If you are
contacted by us regarding a job opportunity, please don’t hesitate to contact
us if you require any accommodation during the selection process. Please
contact us via email at [email protected].

We
thank you for your application, however, only those selected for an interview
will be contacted.

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