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Student Research Assistant - Department of Biology - Faculty of Science

Competition Number:
85S21
Position Type:
Student Position
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
Department of Biology
Position:
Student Research Assistant
Contract:
Hours of Work:
Up to 15 hours per week
Salary:

$15.75 per hour (plus 4% vacation pay)

Term:

May – August 27, 2021

We are seeking a research assistant to support a variety of projects dealing with plant growth and development. Applicants should have prior experience working in a research laboratory and be familiar with tissue culture and greenhouse operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Oversee and carry out research experiments designed by PI
  • Manage and conduct lab studies that include but are not limited to establish tissue culture protocols
  • Manage research greenhouse, including plant material care
  • Organization of data, statistical analysis, and summary of research projects is expected

Other Responsibilities

  • This position will also assist undergraduate students in laboratory and greenhouse research
  • Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Enrolled in a Bachelor degree program in Biology
  • Independent research experience (Honours) in a plant science laboratory
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and execute both laboratory and greenhouse-based experiments 
  • Good communication skills

Priority will be given to University of Prince Edward Island students in accordance with Recruitment, Selection, Hiring and Employment Policies and the Procedures manual.

 

Application Instructions:

Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link posted on the UPEI Human Resources website. Applications will not be accepted via email.

If you are unable to apply online, you can drop off your resume to the Human Resources Department, Kelley Building, University of Prince Edward Island, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3, Fax Number (902) 894-2895.

In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified student candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents and full-time international students with a valid study permit will be given priority.

Only those applicants who are invited to an interview will be acknowledged.

UPEI encourages all qualified applicants to apply for job openings; however, in keeping with the terms and provisions of the university’s various employment and collective agreements, first priority will be given to internal candidates.