Job Description

Competition Number P16233


Posting Title Student Assistant - DICE AIF


Classification Unclassified


Location Saskatchewan Polytechnic Saskatoon Campus


Other Location(s) Saskatchewan Polytechnic Saskatoon Campus


Building Saskatoon Campus, Idylwyld Dr.


Other Building DICE - Innovation Place


Date Posted 02/07/2025


Closing Date 02/18/2025


JIQ #


Start Date 01/31/2025


End Date 08/31/2025


Open Until Filled No


Ongoing No


Category of work To Be Assigned


Bargaining Unit Unclassified


Hours of Work To be Assigned


Salary Range As per unclassified exempt grid


Temporary Market Stipend


Incumbent


Total Assigned days (AC) / Total Hours per biweekly pay
to be assigned.




Posting Status Open

Additional requirements:• Ability to program
• Scripting Is compulsory
• Experience with Python and AI is a plus.






Saskatchewan Polytechnic considers the diversity of our workforce to be one our leading strengths and greatest assets. Our employee diversity enhances our ability to meet the needs of an increasingly diverse student population. Currently, approximately 20% of our students are Indigenous. A continued emphasis on the development of a representative workforce is one of Sask Polytech's strategic priorities and, as an organization, we are making significant efforts to attract and retain Indigenous employees



Job Duties/Qualifications, Skills and Abilities(QSA)
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Job Duties
Job Duties
1. Programming software solution prototypes as defined by our partners/clients;
2. Conducting research and literature reviews;
3. Preparing equipment/materials for field/laboratory operations;
4. Data gathering/entry and maintaining integrity of data collected;
5. Collate data collected and perform preliminary data analysis;
6. Assist in the preparation of project documentation, including proposal progress reports, technical reports, and user manuals as required;
7. Adhere to non-disclosure agreements;
8. Adhere to all relevant field/laboratory safety precautions;
9. Perform general field/laboratory equipment maintenance duties;
10. Work with others in fostering a cooperative and supportive team environment;
11. Perform general laboratory duties.


QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE
Specific Accountabilities


Duties


Required Qualifications, Skills and Abilities (QSA)
1. Must be a student expecting to graduate in 2025 from one of Saskatchewan Polytechnic's following programs:

a. Computer Systems Technology

b. Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics with emphasis on LLM

c. Software Development

Exceptions may be made for a candidate graduating from another Saskatchewan Polytechnic program who already has a degree in a Computer Science program from another institution.

2. Must have experience, can be from your education, using the following programming languages and environments:

a. Python or a similar programming language

b. SQL, Cypher or a similar database management language

c. Knowledge of AI Models would be an asset.

d. Knowledge of web development stacks would be an asset.

3. Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

4. Possess a minimum 65% overall course average.

5. Strong oral and written communication skills with internal and external stakeholders.

6. Be in good standing i.e. tuition and fees are up to date.

7. Ability to work independently and within a team environment.

8. Effective organizational and time management skills.

9. Must be willing to work in an office setting in Saskatoon or Regina.

10. Demonstrate valuing diversity.


Desired QSA