Research Assistant

Be part of a team driving community wellness. The School of Health and Public Safety offers immersive, hands-on training for the next generation of health-care professionals. Our passionate health experts work closely with industry to transform learners into leaders. The Opportunity Job classification: A5154 - Technical Aide # of positions: 1 Hourly Rate: $22.27 - $27.89. Placement within the range is typically based upon a review of skills, experience, and internal equity. Position End Date: April 30, 2027 Deadline to apply: August 31, 2026, 4:00 PM Research assistant with background in product design and prototype will support the development of high‑fidelity cardiovascular phantoms and experimental models used for medical imaging research, education, and competency assessment. This role integrates biomedical design, CAD modeling, and manufacturing techniques to produce anatomically accurate and reproducible cardiovascular structures. The assistant will collaborate closely with imaging scientists, engineers, sonographers, and trainees to translate anatomical data and experimental requirements into manufacturable designs. How You'll Contribute Model Design Adapt anatomically accurate cardiovascular geometries (heart chambers, valves, vessels) using medical imaging data and experimental specifications. CAD Modeling & Digital Workflow Development Create and refine CAD models using SolidWorks, Fusion 360, or equivalent platforms. Prepare files for manufacturing, including mold design, tolerancing, and assembly planning. 3D Printing & Fabrication Generate 3D printing files and supervise 3D Printing production. Generate casting, and assembly of silicone or multi material components. Ensure reproducibility and quality control. Documentation, Collaboration & Quality Assurance Maintain detailed fabrication protocols, version control, and design documentation. Collaborate with imaging researchers to ensure compatibility with ultrasound. Qualifications Experience Previous experience (6 months to an year) in CAD modeling, 3D printing, Product Development and Prototyping. Education Diploma in Healthcare, Biomedical Engineering, Product Design or Manufacturing. Bachelor's degree in Healthcare or Biomedical Engineering is preferred. Capabilities Background in product design and image processing, previous experience in CAD modeling, 3D printing or prototype production. Experience with silicon casting, mold design or soft-material prototyping is considered an asset. Excellent documentation, communication, and collaboration skills. We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. We understand how important communication is, and we are committed to following up with every candidate. Please know that each application is thoughtfully reviewed, and you will hear from us either way. Together, we build bold futures At SAIT, We Equip You With The Resources You Need To Shape Bold Futures For Yourself And Our Communities. Eligibility And Offerings May Vary By Employment Contract And Can Include Generous top-up in lieu of time off and benefits Professional development opportunities through access to LinkedIn Learning and discounted Continuing Education and Professional Studies courses Access to Greenshield+ for virtual therapy at a reduced rate to support your well-being Ability to contribute to RRSP or TFSA with reduced group rates Excellent dining options on campus Free access to our fitness facilities and group fitness classes About SAIT At SAIT, we’re building bold futures. We’re a community of tenacious problem-solvers, inventive thinkers, and passionate collaborators who believe in doing work that matters. Named one of Alberta’s Top Employers, we’re driven by a desire to create an impact in our community. If you’re looking for a place where purpose meets possibility, you’ve found it here. We’re committed to community and belonging Community and belonging is essential to achieving SAIT's vision to be a global leader in applied education. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, people from gender and sexually diverse communities, and/or people with intersectional identities. Learn more about Community and Belonging at SAIT . We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Develop high-fidelity cardiovascular phantoms and experimental models using CAD modeling and manufacturing techniques. Collaborate with imaging scientists and engineers to translate anatomical data into reproducible medical imaging structures.

Requires a diploma or degree in Biomedical Engineering, Product Design, or Manufacturing with 6-12 months of experience in CAD and prototyping. Proficiency in 3D printing and soft-material prototyping is highly valued.

• Top-up in lieu of time off • Professional development opportunities • LinkedIn Learning access • Discounted continuing education courses • Virtual therapy via Greenshield+ • RRSP contribution • TFSA contribution • On-campus dining • Free fitness facilities • Group fitness classes

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• CAD Modeling
• 3D Printing
• Product Design
• Prototyping
• SolidWorks
• Fusion 360
• Silicone Casting
• Mold Design
• Biomedical Design
• Image Processing
• Medical Imaging
• Technical Documentation

• Science & Research
• Engineering
• Healthcare
• Manufacturing
• Education

Minimum education

College diploma

Minimum experience

0+ years

Apply by

Sep 24, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level