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 an expected end date of March 21, 2025 and offers a comprehensive benefits package which can be viewed on our Benefits Overview page .

Location - Work primarily takes place 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

The Department of Chemical & Materials Engineering at the University of Alberta recognizes that our people are and will continue to be our greatest strength. We celebrate creativity, diversity, perseverance, and a cooperative spirit. The Department has excellent teaching and research. Exceeding 500 Undergraduate students, 300+ Graduate students and 50 faculty members, including many award-winning researchers and teachers, and with world-class facilities and diverse research and education programs, we are one of the top Chemical and Materials departments in Canada.

Position 

The individual will work under the supervision of Professor Hongbo Zeng. The required tasks for this position include ordering and maintaining inventory of lab supplies and ensuring labs are clean and compliant with UofA Health, Safety and Environment standards. Additional tasks include assisting with surveys and experiments.

Duties 

1. Clean Lab:

• Perform regular cleaning of laboratory surfaces, equipment, and workspaces, together with team members.
• 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.

3. Assist with Surveys:

• Contribute to survey design, implementation, and data collection, together with team members.
• Assist in the distribution of surveys to participants, ensuring compliance with ethical guidelines.
• Assist team members with the analysis of survey data, providing support to ongoing resaerch initiatives.

4. Assist with Experiments:

• Collaborate with researchers in setting up equipment and preparing materials for experiments.
• Actively assist team members in the execution of experiments, following established protocols.
• Actrively assist team members in recording and organizing experimental data.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (engineering or science).
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• 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.
• Candidates with prior experience in a chemical engineering or materials engineering research laboratory will be given preference

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.