Job Description

Applications are to be received by:

4:30 p.m. on September 26, 2025.

Classification:

Research Assistant I

Employee Group:

PSAC

Job Title:

Research Assistant I

Department:

Biology

Wage or Salary:

$16.76/hour

Hours of Work:

20 hours/week

Start Date:

September 29, 2025 (or as negotiated)

Number of Positions available:

up to 3

Length of Appointment:

until March 31, 2026

Date Issued:

September 17, 2025

Duties:

Making buffers for molecular analysis, sterilization, assisting with cell line culture, maintenance and cell functional assays, RNA and protein extraction, PCR, and western blots. Essentially, personnel will assist senior students in BCCMRL with data generation and analysis, and other relevant duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Experience:

Highly motivated. At the time of application, you must be enrolled as a Biology/Biomedical undergraduate student in Brandon University and able to follow lab protocols with minimum supervision. Having some hands-on experience in cell and molecular biology work and making buffers would be a plus. Excellent communication skills are essential. Brandon University students will be preferred.

To Apply:

Please forward your resume and cover letter to majumderm@brandonu.ca





Brandon University is committed to equity, welcomes diversity, and hires on the basis of merit. All qualified individuals who may contribute to the diversification of the University, especially women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, racialized persons, and persons of all sexual orientations and genders are encouraged to apply. Canadian citizens and permanent residents are given priority. Evidence of citizenship must be provided.


We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment. This starts with the hiring process. Should you require an accommodation during any phase of the recruitment process, contact HR at

hr@brandonu.ca

. All information received related to an accommodation is kept confidential. To ensure this employment opportunity is accessible to all interested individuals, this posting is available in an alternate format upon request.