Student Research Assistant

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NOTE: This position begins on May 1, 2024 and the end date will vary between 4-8 months.

The NAIT Centre for Boreal Research is recruiting science-minded students to work on applied research projects in the Plant and Seed Technology Access Centre (TAC) in the Peace River area. The Plant and Seed TAC develops strategies and techniques to harvest, enhance and deliver native plants and seeds for land reclamation and reforestation. Students will be supporting various projects in the lab, greenhouse and in the field.

NOTE: This position will require relocation to Peace River, Alberta

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct seed collection in the field.
• Conduct seed extraction, storage and germination testing.
• Assist researchers in seed enhancement experiments.
• Assist researchers in greenhouse experiments (plant propagation and maintenance).
• Field reclamation.
• Experimental plot setup and tree measurements.
• Data entry.
• Other duties as required.

Skills & Abilities:

• Keen interest in native boreal plants and seeds.
• Basic plant identification skills.
• Basic knowledge of nurseries and/or gardening.
• Ability to work in a team as well as independently when required.
• Be physically fit for fieldwork such as seeds collection, tree planting, and vegetation survey.
• Willingness to work under various field conditions (e.g., rain, heat).
• Ability to follow instructions.

Qualifications:

• Must be a current college or undergraduate university student enrolled in a Biological Sciences, Ecology, Land Reclamation, or Environmental Science related program.
• College or polytechnic post-secondary students are prioritized, but university students in an undergraduate program will also be considered.
• All applicants must possess a valid Class 5 driver’s license with 2 years’ driving experience. A clean drivers abstract must be provided at time of hiring.
• The ability to drive a pick-up truck is required.

Remuneration: $17.22 - $21.37 per hour, plus 12% in lieu of statutory holidays and vacation pay. (Classification – Student Research Assistant l).

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

At NAIT, people matter.

We’re proud to have been named one of Alberta’s Top Employers for 12 consecutive years. Developing an engaging, supportive and rewarding work culture is something we take seriously. We know that people are our biggest asset – they are what makes NAIT a great place to work.

At NAIT, you are part of a community that makes a difference in the lives of students, staff and industry clients and partners. The NAIT culture reflects our shared values of respect, collaboration, celebration, creativity and accountability. We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and are a proud partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion and Pride at Work Canada. NAIT is committed to advancing equity and cultivating inclusion throughout the hiring process. We especially encourage applications from Aboriginal and Indigenous people, Black and racialized people, gender and sexually diverse (2SLGBTQIA+ and women) people, immigrants, and people with disabilities.

What we offer

NAIT is a flexible workplace and depending on the nature of your role, you may request flexible work arrangements with respect to where and when you work, including being on-campus full-time, working off-site, or a combination of the two.

Health and safety

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Additional requirements

Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada who have not had them previously assessed should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services or the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)

www.alberta.ca/iqas-contact.aspx.

Accommodations

NAIT is an inclusive employer and strives to hire a diverse workforce. If you are contacted by us regarding a job opportunity, please don’t hesitate to contact us if you require any accommodation during the selection process. Please contact us via email at careers@nait.ca.

We thank you for your application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.