Geomatics Laboratory Assistant

Nipissing University; North Bay; On-site; CAD 4,500 - 4,900; Part time

Job summary

Nipissing University in North Bay is seeking a Geomatics Laboratory Assistant as a NUWorks student. You will mentor peers in GIS techniques, help develop lab workflows and assist with lab equipment maintenance.

You will run office hours, support GEOG 2107 activities, manage equipment sign-out, and adapt tasks to changing priorities. Prior Geomatics lab experience is an asset.

Qualifications

• Must be a current Nipissing University student.
• Must apply for the NUWORK Program (see link in posting).
• Comfortable communicating with faculty, staff and students.
• Confident in asking questions and taking initiative.
• Able to adapt to changing priorities and work under pressure.
• Previous Geomatics lab experience is an asset.
• Strong organizational skills are an asset.

Responsibilities

• Mentor peers in GIS techniques and lab workflows.
• Troubleshoot and develop lab workflows to complete assignments.
• Assist with maintenance of Geomatics lab spaces and equipment.
• Run office hours for peers seeking assistance.
• Assist GEOG 2107 instructor with equipment management.
• Manage sign-out of equipment and ensure software/network readiness.

Skills

Communication

Proactive learner

Adaptability

Organization

Problem solving

Education

Current Nipissing University student

Job description

Employment Posting:
Geomatics Laboratory Assistant

Employment Type:

Student Employment - NUWorks

Closing Date:

September 17, 2026

Position Posted:

4 days ago

Position Title:

Geomatics Laboratory Assistant

Closing Date:

September 17, 2026

Employment Dates:

September 2026 – April 2027

Hours of Work:

Average of 5 hours per week (maximum of 20)

Rate of Pay:

$17.60/hour plus vacation pay in accordance with the ESA

Job Description:

The Geomatics Laboratory Assistant will mentor their peers in GIS techniques, particularly troubleshooting and developing workflows to complete lab assignments. Additionally, if time allows, they will assist with maintenance of the spaces and equipment used for undergraduate Geomatics labs. Jobs will include running office hours where peers can seek assistance, assisting the Instructor of GEOG 2107 (GIS and the Earth from Space) in management and maintenance of equipment like GPS units, and testing lab computers to ensure all software and network drives are functioning as intended. The instructor of GEOG 2017 will work alongside the assistant and train the student on all duties.

Duties Include:

• Reading lab manuals to understand the procedures students will need assistance with.
• Discussing lab procedures and techniques with the instructor where clarification is required.
• Managing the sign-out of equipment that students require for labs.
• Basic maintenance of equipment, such as ensuring that GPS units are charged and ready for use.
• Communicating with GEOG 2107 Instructor on tasks requiring attention.
• Able to change tasks to respond to changing priorities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be a current Nipissing University student
• Must apply and be approved for the NUWORK Program (see link below to apply for NUWORK Program)
  • Work Study (NU Work) | Nipissing University
• Comfortable communicating with faculty, staff and students.
• Confident in asking questions if uncertain about any directions or instructions.
• Being a quick learner and taking initiative in recognizing something that needs to be done and doing it before being asked, especially for tidying up spaces post-prep and post-lab.
• Able to adapt to changing priorities and work well under pressure.
• Previous Geomatics lab experience is an asset.
• Strong organization skills are an asset.

*This position is subject to budgetary approval*

We thank all applicants; however, only those to be considered for an interview will be contacted.

Nipissing University is committed to employment equity and strongly encourages applications, which may include self-identification in a cover letter from Indigenous peoples, women, persons with disabilities, persons who identify as 2SLGBTQI+ and racialized minorities.

Nipissing University must gather information from applicants to determine eligibility to work in Canada. Please include a statement in your application to identify whether you are a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident or are otherwise legally eligible to work in Canada.You must be able to provide proof of being a full-time post-secondary student, have a valid work study permit and a Social Insurance Number in order to work on-campus.

Nipissing University will provide accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. You can request accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources [e-mail] .

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