Job Description

Applications are to be received by:

4:30 p.m. on September 15, 2025

Classification:

Student Assistant II

Employee Group:

PSAC

Job Title:

Biology Lab Assistant

Department:

Biology

Wage or Salary:

$16.76 per hour

Hours of Work:

Approximately 90 hours

Start Date:

September 16, 2025

Number of Positions available:

1

Length of Appointment:

to December 9, 2025

Course title and number:

15.282 Principles of Genetics

Date Issued:

September 8, 2025

Duties:

1. Prepare solutions, aliquot the reagents for students.

2. Follow good laboratory practices,

3. Clean up and arrange them back and dispose of the hazardous waste.



Lab timings: Monday 1.40 to 4.30 PM, Tuesday 1.40 to 4.30 PM and 6-9 PM

and other relevant duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Experience:

1. Preference will be given to a current Brandon University student.

2. At least completed second year undergraduate level / standing is required.

3. The successful applicant must have completed Principles of Genetics 15:282 or equivalent and be familiar with a variety of methods run in the genetics lab.

To Apply:

Please send a cover letter and your resume to Dr. Nevya Thakkar (thakkarn@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.