Summer Technical Assistant – Bibliometric Analysis and HQP Tracking Project
Top Benefits
About the role
The Canadian Light Source Inc. (CLSI) is a national research facility of the University of Saskatchewan. CLS produces very bright light to explore the nature and structure of molecules, and serves national and international users from academia, industry, and government institutions.
The Canadian Light Source (CLS) is seeking a motivated summer student to support two strategic projects that strengthen our role in Canada’s research ecosystem. The successful candidate will help design a systematic process for tracking the training outcomes and career progression of graduate students and Highly Qualified Personnel (HQP), ensuring CLS can demonstrate its impact on professional and research communities. In addition, the student will contribute to developing a bibliometric study methodology to benchmark CLS’s scientific impact against other synchrotron facilities, providing evidence-based insights for strategic planning and future funding. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain experience in research analysis, data management, and science policy development.
Reporting to the User Experience Lead, this position will be a full-time summer position starting on Friday, May 1st, and concluding on Friday, August 28th, or as discussed with the direct supervisor.
Representative Duties:
Project 1: Tracking Graduate Student and HQP Outcomes
- Research Best Practices: Investigate methods used by other research facilities for tracking graduate student and HQP career progression.
- Design a Tracking Framework: Develop a systematic process for collecting and maintaining data on training outcomes and career paths.
- Create Data Collection Tools: Draft templates or digital forms for gathering information from students and alumni.
- Pilot the Process: Test the framework with a small sample group and refine based on feedback.
- Prepare Documentation: Write clear guidelines for future implementation and reporting to stakeholders.
Project 2: Bibliometric Study for Scientific Impact
- Review Bibliometric Methodologies: Research approaches for analyzing publication trends and citation impact in scientific literature.
- Design Study Methodology: Define scope, data sources (e.g., Scopus, Web of Science), and metrics for benchmarking CLS against other synchrotron facilities.
- Collect and Organize Data: Compile publication and citation data relevant to CLS research output.
- Develop Analysis Framework: Create a repeatable process for bibliometric analysis to ensure future benchmarking.
- Summarize Findings: Prepare a report outlining insights and recommendations for strategic planning and funding justification.
Qualifications:
- Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program and will be returning to school in the fall semester.
- Demonstratable skills with internet search engines is a requirement.
- Familiarity with Google Scholar APIs is preferred.
- Excellent attention to details.
- Ability to work independently and in a group setting.
**Remuneration:**Hourly rate is dependent upon current year of study (1st Year: $17.75/hr., 2nd Year: 18.43/hr., 3rd Year: $19.46/hr., 4th Year: 20.48/hr., 5th year: $21.50/hr., Graduate Student: $22.65/hr.).
**To Apply:**Submit a resume and cover letter along with references, in confidence, online at www.lightsource.ca/careers. Applications will be considered as of January 11, 2026. While all applicants are thanked for their interest, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Canadian Light Source Inc. (CLSI) is an equal opportunities employer and encourages members of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities) to self-identify on their applications. One of our values is Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion and we strive to create a workforce that reflects our users and the community in which we live. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply, and we hope you will choose CLSI as your employer of choice. If you have any questions or concerns about accessible employment at CLSI, or to begin a confidential conversation about your individual accessibility or accommodation needs through our recruitment process, please contact us at jobs@lightsource.ca*.*
About CANADIAN LIGHT SOURCE INC.
The Canadian Light Source is the only synchrotron in Canada and one of the largest scientific infrastructure investments in our country’s history.
Since the start of operations, in 2005, CLS has enabled over 5,000 scientists from 56 Canadian academic institutions and 45 countries, to publish over 6,000 scientific papers, highlighting discoveries in a wide variety of fields, in over 1,000 international scientific collaborations.
From helping in the fight against COVID-19 to creating new cancer-fighting drugs, developing more nutritious and climate-resistant crops and supporting clean-tech and green mining processes, CLS’s infrastructure and experts help researchers solve problems, train the next generation of scientists, and support industries to become more efficient and sustainable.
CLS employs more than 250 people including scientists, engineers, technicians and administrative and business personnel.
The Canada Foundation for Innovation, Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council, Canadian Institutes of Health Research, the Government of Saskatchewan and the University of Saskatchewan fund our operations.
Summer Technical Assistant – Bibliometric Analysis and HQP Tracking Project
Top Benefits
About the role
The Canadian Light Source Inc. (CLSI) is a national research facility of the University of Saskatchewan. CLS produces very bright light to explore the nature and structure of molecules, and serves national and international users from academia, industry, and government institutions.
The Canadian Light Source (CLS) is seeking a motivated summer student to support two strategic projects that strengthen our role in Canada’s research ecosystem. The successful candidate will help design a systematic process for tracking the training outcomes and career progression of graduate students and Highly Qualified Personnel (HQP), ensuring CLS can demonstrate its impact on professional and research communities. In addition, the student will contribute to developing a bibliometric study methodology to benchmark CLS’s scientific impact against other synchrotron facilities, providing evidence-based insights for strategic planning and future funding. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain experience in research analysis, data management, and science policy development.
Reporting to the User Experience Lead, this position will be a full-time summer position starting on Friday, May 1st, and concluding on Friday, August 28th, or as discussed with the direct supervisor.
Representative Duties:
Project 1: Tracking Graduate Student and HQP Outcomes
- Research Best Practices: Investigate methods used by other research facilities for tracking graduate student and HQP career progression.
- Design a Tracking Framework: Develop a systematic process for collecting and maintaining data on training outcomes and career paths.
- Create Data Collection Tools: Draft templates or digital forms for gathering information from students and alumni.
- Pilot the Process: Test the framework with a small sample group and refine based on feedback.
- Prepare Documentation: Write clear guidelines for future implementation and reporting to stakeholders.
Project 2: Bibliometric Study for Scientific Impact
- Review Bibliometric Methodologies: Research approaches for analyzing publication trends and citation impact in scientific literature.
- Design Study Methodology: Define scope, data sources (e.g., Scopus, Web of Science), and metrics for benchmarking CLS against other synchrotron facilities.
- Collect and Organize Data: Compile publication and citation data relevant to CLS research output.
- Develop Analysis Framework: Create a repeatable process for bibliometric analysis to ensure future benchmarking.
- Summarize Findings: Prepare a report outlining insights and recommendations for strategic planning and funding justification.
Qualifications:
- Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program and will be returning to school in the fall semester.
- Demonstratable skills with internet search engines is a requirement.
- Familiarity with Google Scholar APIs is preferred.
- Excellent attention to details.
- Ability to work independently and in a group setting.
**Remuneration:**Hourly rate is dependent upon current year of study (1st Year: $17.75/hr., 2nd Year: 18.43/hr., 3rd Year: $19.46/hr., 4th Year: 20.48/hr., 5th year: $21.50/hr., Graduate Student: $22.65/hr.).
**To Apply:**Submit a resume and cover letter along with references, in confidence, online at www.lightsource.ca/careers. Applications will be considered as of January 11, 2026. While all applicants are thanked for their interest, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Canadian Light Source Inc. (CLSI) is an equal opportunities employer and encourages members of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities) to self-identify on their applications. One of our values is Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion and we strive to create a workforce that reflects our users and the community in which we live. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply, and we hope you will choose CLSI as your employer of choice. If you have any questions or concerns about accessible employment at CLSI, or to begin a confidential conversation about your individual accessibility or accommodation needs through our recruitment process, please contact us at jobs@lightsource.ca*.*
About CANADIAN LIGHT SOURCE INC.
The Canadian Light Source is the only synchrotron in Canada and one of the largest scientific infrastructure investments in our country’s history.
Since the start of operations, in 2005, CLS has enabled over 5,000 scientists from 56 Canadian academic institutions and 45 countries, to publish over 6,000 scientific papers, highlighting discoveries in a wide variety of fields, in over 1,000 international scientific collaborations.
From helping in the fight against COVID-19 to creating new cancer-fighting drugs, developing more nutritious and climate-resistant crops and supporting clean-tech and green mining processes, CLS’s infrastructure and experts help researchers solve problems, train the next generation of scientists, and support industries to become more efficient and sustainable.
CLS employs more than 250 people including scientists, engineers, technicians and administrative and business personnel.
The Canada Foundation for Innovation, Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council, Canadian Institutes of Health Research, the Government of Saskatchewan and the University of Saskatchewan fund our operations.