Applications are to be received by: 4:30 p.m. on April 27, 2026

Classification: Research Assistant I
Employee Group: PSAC
Job Title: Research Assistant
Department: Biology
Wage or Salary: $17.63/hour
Hours of Work: 30 hours per week
Start Date: May 4, 2026
Number of Positions available: 2
Length of Appointment: until August 31, 2026
Course title and number (if applicable): NA
Date Issued: April 20, 2026

Duties:
Human cell culture and maintenance, RNA and protein extraction from cell and tissue and quantification, and assist senior students with data generation and analysis, and other relevant duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Experience:
Highly motivated. At the time of application, must be enrolled as a Biology/Biomedical undergraduate student, can follow lab protocols with minimum supervision and having some hands on experience in molecular biology work would be a plus. Excellent communication skills are essential.

To Apply:

Please forward a resume and a cover letter to:

majumderm@brandonu.ca

Those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

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. If you require an accommodation during any phase of the evaluation process, please advise 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.