Instructional Assistant II, Combined Laboratory and X-Ray Technology (Temporary)

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Internal NAIT Employees

Current NAIT employees are welcome to apply for this opportunity. To be considered, please submit your application through the NAIT Jobs Hub rather than the external career site.

Please Note: This is a part-time (29 hours per week) temporary position ending on or before May 31, 2027 with the possibility of extension.

As NAIT continues to grow its student body and lead the way in hands-on learning, we are recruiting skilled and passionate individuals to help support current and future industry professionals and become a part of Canada’s leading polytechnic.

Reporting to the Department Head, the Medical Imaging and Laboratory Sciences department in the School of Health and Life Sciences, the position is responsible for instructional, clinical, and laboratory support in the overall program delivery in the CLXT programming. The position will also deliver technical lessons in the lab environment independently, under the guidance of instructors, using existing rubrics and assessment tools provided by instructors, to evaluate students in all CLXT disciplines.

Key Responsibilities

Lab Support:

• Assist in maintaining lab equipment

• Ensure lab safety

• Ensure the work area is in a safe and clean condition

• Liaison with other sections or programs when required

• Support educational technologists in procurement, preparation, setup, and dismantling of lab exercises when required

• Assist with maintaining Standard Operating Procedure and safety manuals when required

Instructional Support:

• Independently deliver in lab technical activities/lessons in a variety of CLXT disciplines

• Evaluate students based on existing rubrics and assessment tools provided by instructors, and provide feedback

• Independent supervision of students

• Demonstrate lab/DI equipment when required

• Assist with or perform lab demonstrations of equipment under the supervision of instructional support in a variety of CLXT disciplines

• Ensure knowledge of related equipment, including use and application

• Assist instructional staff when required, ensuring the safe and correct use of equipment

• Provide feedback to instructors regarding lab exercises

• May be required to visit/observe students at hospital training sites

Student Support:

• Provide tutorial/remedial support

• Assist students in the development and execution of technical projects in cooperation with other staff members

• Ensure students are working in safe conditions

Skills & Abilities

• Solid working knowledge in clinical setting safety standards, and equipment operations and maintenance in the CLXT field

• Strong oral and written communication

• Strong interpersonal skills

• Strong time management and organizational skills

• Initiative and ability to work independently

• Knowledge of computers and use of Microsoft suite of programs

• Ability to lift 15-30lbs unassisted

• Ability to stand and walk for 7.25 hours

• Ability to physically perform standard CLXT work

• Ability to work flexible hours and assignments

Qualifications

• CLXT diploma and current/active membership with the Alberta College of Combined Laboratory and X-ray Technologists

• 2-5 years of related experience recommended

• Class 5 driver’s license is an asset

• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered

Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services (WES), International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) or the Comparative Education Services (CES).

Classification - Instructional Assistant II

This position is covered by the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) Collective Agreement.

Remuneration: Refer to salary range noted on this posting, plus a comprehensive benefits package.

Note: Remuneration for part-time positions will be pro-rated based on FTE (full-time equivalent).

NAIT is committed to a transparent, fair, and human-centered hiring experience. All candidates are assessed directly by our recruitment and hiring teams.

About NAIT

We are known as one of Alberta’s top employers. Being part of a community that makes a difference in the lives of students, staff, industry clients and partners, NAIT’s culture reflects our shared values of respect, collaboration, celebration, creativity, and accountability.

People are what make NAIT great, and we prioritize the employee experience. For eligible positions, we offer benefits and unique perks focusing on health and wellness, work-life balance, recognition, and professional and personal growth. In addition to excellent vacation time, eligible employees receive paid time off between Christmas and New Year’s.

NAIT supports a flexible work environment, enabling staff to request approval for on-campus, off-site, or hybrid work arrangements based on the nature of the role. Please note that remote positions require employees to reside within Canada.

NAIT is committed to fostering a safe environment that supports equity and cultivates inclusion through our Centre for Community and Belonging (CCB) and our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Strategy. We are a proud partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion. While we encourage all qualified applicants to apply, only those being considered will be contacted. If you require any accommodations, please connect with us at [email protected].

Please submit a resume and cover letter to be considered for this opportunity.