Research Specialist

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This position has an initial appointment of 9 months.

Location - This role is in-person. Work primarily takes place at North Campus, Edmonton.

Applies advanced knowledge and technical expertise in their field to perform and complete research activities under the direction of a Principal Investigator.

• Investigate the effect of the abiotic environment on plant growth with plasma-activated water.
• Investigate the possibility of enhanced nitrogen fixation using a two-phase nozzle.
• Assist Postdoctoral researchers in constructing a chamber for automated treatment of seeds and the relevant experiments, and for prototyping sensors.
• Prepare and assist in preparing new manuscripts. Draft and prepare responses for previously submitted manuscripts.
• Maintain lab safety and cleanliness, update on lab duties every week, and perform lab inductions for new lab members.

• Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering or a related discipline.
• 2+ years of relevant research experience, including experimental design, laboratory research, data analysis, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to strategize and develop creative and efficient solutions.
• Demonstrated skills in data visualization, interpretation, presentation, and reporting.
• Experience with mentoring and training junior team members and/or students.

Application Instructions

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This position offers a salary range of $26,148 to $35,958 (pro-rated). This position is not eligible for benefits.

The terms and conditions of this appointment are governed by Schedule E of the Collective Agreement between the Board of Governors of the University of Alberta and the Association of the Academic Staff of the University of Alberta.