Student Research Assistant, Energy (Casual)

NAIT; Edmonton; Presencial; CAD 26.000 - 33.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health and wellness benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Paid time off between Christmas and NY

Work-life balance

Descripción de la vacante

NAIT in Edmonton seeks a Student Research Assistant for the Clean Technologies program to support circularity projects and lab activities.

You will assist with data entry, lab preparation, safety procedures, and collaboration with industry and academic partners; enrollment in Electrical or Instrumentation Engineering Technology is required.

Formación

• Must be enrolled full-time in a certificate, diploma, or degree program at a post-secondary institution.
• At least one year of hands-on laboratory experience is a major asset.
• Basic knowledge of Word, Excel, and MS Teams required.
• Understanding of lab safety guidelines including WHMIS and OH&S is a major asset.

Responsabilidades

• Perform clerical and secretarial tasks related to the research project.
• Enter data accurately and efficiently.
• Carry out routine research tasks requiring limited judgment.
• Assist with lab equipment installation, testing and operation.
• Maintain a safe laboratory environment by following procedures.

Conocimientos

Laboratory procedures

MS Office

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Educación

Electrical Engineering Technology enrollment

Instrumentation Engineering Technology enrollment

Herramientas

MS Teams

Descripción del empleo

Ready to start your next chapter with NAIT?

At NAIT, we’re passionate about building a team of talented, dedicated professionals who share our commitment to excellence and innovation. Your skills and experience can shape the future of education and make a real impact in our community.

Internal NAIT Employees

Current NAIT employees are welcome to apply for this opportunity.

About the Opportunity

Please Note: This is a casual opportunity, ending on or before June 30, 2027, with the possibility of extension.

These positions are filled by students enrolled full-time in a certificate, diploma, or degree program at a post-secondary institution. Student research assistants work under the direct supervision of an academic staff member in classroom, lab, or field settings.

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. 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 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform clerical and secretarial tasks related to the research project.
• Enter data accurately and efficiently.
• Conduct routine research tasks requiring limited judgment.
• Carry out laboratory clean-up duties.
• Search for information across various media sources.
• Draft basic or routine presentation materials.
• Support the installation, testing, troubleshooting, and operation of equipment such as EV chargers, inverters, and laboratory emulation systems
• Work with tools and electrical equipment, including wiring, connectors, breakers, panels, instrumentation, and equipment installation
• Perform basic fundamental electrical and electronic testing
• 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.

Skills & Abilities

• Understanding of clerical processes.
• Understanding of related software applications.
• Understanding of laboratory procedures.
• Understanding of basic research techniques.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Interest in renewable energy systems, power electronics, and electrical grid behaviour
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Qualifications

• Must be able to work full-time from January 1 to December 1, 2027.
• Must be enrolled at NAIT or other community college/polytechnic in Electrical Engineering Technology, Instrumentation Engineering Technology or equivalent programs.
• A minimum of one year of demonstrated hands‑on training or experience in a laboratory is a major asset.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, and MSTeams is required.
• Understanding of lab safety guidelines and best practices including WHIMS, and Occupational Health & Safety guidelines is a major asset.
• Class 5 driver’s license and willingness to travel is an asset.

Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services (WES), International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) or the Comparative Education Services (CES).

Classification – Student Research Assistant

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

Remuneration

Refer to salary range noted on this posting, plus 12% in lieu of statutory holidays and vacation pay.

The compensation range for this job posting is : $19.10 - $23.96

Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada should have their credentials evaluated by a recognized agency in Canada - Foreign Credential Validation against Canadian Standards - Canada.ca.

NAIT is committed to a transparent, fair, and human-centered hiring experience. All candidates are assessed directly by our recruitment and hiring teams.

About NAIT

We are known as one of Alberta’s top employers. Being part of a community that makes a difference in the lives of students, staff, industry clients and partners, NAIT’s culture reflects our shared values of respect, collaboration, celebration, creativity, and accountability.

• benefits and unique perks focusing on health and wellness, work-life balance, recognition, and professional and personal growth.
• paid time off between Christmas and New Year's.
• flexible work environment, enabling staff to request approval for on-campus, off-site, or hybrid work arrangements based on the nature of the role.

NAIT is committed to fostering a safe environment that supports equity and cultivates inclusion through our Centre for Community and Belonging (CCB). We are a proud partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion.

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