Onsite Research Assistant – Energy & Environment (Casual)

NAIT International; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 26,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

NAIT's Centre for Energy and Environmental Sustainability is seeking a Student Research Assistant to support oil sands and environmental projects in a lab setting. You will assist senior staff with analyses, set up microbial cultures, and perform routine measurements while maintaining safety and accuracy.

The position requires current enrollment in related programs, a willingness to learn, and strong Excel/PowerPoint skills. It is a casual, onsite role at the Main Campus with potential extension.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled at NAIT or another college in listed programs.
• Willingness to learn and work in a lab environment.
• Familiarity with oil sands industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist Senior Researchers and Technologists with technology development or verification studies.
• Conduct laboratory analyses such as ion chromatography, Atterberg limits, and Titus procedures.
• Set up microbial cultures and perform molecular analyses including DNA extraction and qPCR.
• Record data in Excel and document observations, review hazard assessments, and maintain equipment.

Skills

Interest in research

Scientific method understanding

Independent work

Verbal and written communication

Time management

Teamwork

Biosafety training

Education

Chemical Technology

Chemical Engineering Technology

Civil Technology

Geological Technology

Petroleum Engineering Technology

Waste & Wastewater Technician

Biological Sciences

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

NAIT's Centre for Energy and Environmental Sustainability is seeking a Student Research Assistant to support oil sands and environmental projects in a lab setting. You will assist senior staff with analyses, set up microbial cultures, and perform routine measurements while maintaining safety and accuracy.

The position requires current enrollment in related programs, a willingness to learn, and strong Excel/PowerPoint skills. It is a casual, onsite role at the Main Campus with potential extension.