Research Assistant - Plant and Seed Technologies Centre for Boreal Research

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Please Note: This is a temporary position ending on or before February 3, 2027 with the possibility of extension.

This position is located at the NAIT's Centre for Boreal Research in Peace River, Alberta. Peace River is a vibrant community of approximately 7,000 people in the heart of the Boreal Forest of Northwest Alberta. It offers a variety of urban amenities but with a small-town feel!

One of Alberta's Top Employers for a nine consecutive year, NAIT offers a wealth of personal and family health and well-being benefits, training and development opportunities to support the professional growth of our staff, access to recreational and leisure facilities, a welcoming and inclusive environment unrivaled in engagement and dynamism, and co-workers who are collaborative, respectful and supportive.

The position "Research Assistant - Plant and Seed Technologies" will support the development of methods and technics to collect, treat, enhance and deploy plant propagules on disturbed boreal sites. The position will have two primary functions. The first will be focused on building capacity in terms of field based, greenhouse and laboratory activities (design and execution) related to increasing knowledge and practical methodology around plant and seed delivery systems. The second function will be to assist with write-up of proposals and reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct applied research projects using one or more of the following:

• Conduct literature reviews

• Search, selection, and request of supplies necessary for the project

• Manage and respond to project related email

• Field, Lab and Greenhouse related experiment design, execution and data collection (with a large focus on field activities)

• Supervise summer research assistants

• Field work in a variety of locations and climatic conditions

• Engage in knowledge mobilization and training within communities

• Assist with proposal writing, prepare technical reports of completed project for the client, for presentation to agency requesting project, or for use in further applied or theoretical research activities

Skills & Abilities:

• The ideal candidate will have knowledge and versatility in a working environment that presents a wide variety of technical and operational challenges

• Knowledge and experience in plant physiology is a strong asset

• Strong written and verbal communication skills is essential to this role

• This position does periodically require shift work, heavy manual labor for field project set up

Qualifications:

• BSc or Diploma in forest ecology, land reclamation, plant physiology, biological sciences, or environmental science related program

• Proven related experience

• Experience in experimental design and execution

• Valid driver's license required

The successful candidate must be willing to move to Peace River, Alberta for the duration of this position.

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

Remuneration: $56,151.16 - $74,115.34 annually, plus a comprehensive benefits package. (Classification - Research Assistant II).

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

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People are what make NAIT great, and we prioritize the employee experience. We offer benefits and unique perks focusing on health and wellness, work-life balance, recognition, and professional and personal growth. In addition to excellent vacation time, we offer paid time off between Christmas and New Year's.

NAIT supports a flexible work environment, enabling staff to request approval for on-campus, off-site, or hybrid work arrangements based on the nature of the role. Please note that remote positions require employees to reside within Canada.

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