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Mechanical Engineering, University of Alberta

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Knowledge Creation and Practical Student Training through Innovative, Engaging, and Inclusive Engineering Programming

Edmonton, Alberta

Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
11–50 people

About

The Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Alberta in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada features a traditional and co-operative education undergraduate program and a course-based and research-based graduate program. There are about 700 undergraduate students and more than 250 graduate students. Our Department has enjoyed consistently strong growth in student enrolment and more than 20% increase year-over-year in external research funding. Our professors and researchers are internationally-known experts who serve their communities in the creation and advancement of knowledge as researchers, scientific journal editors, and Fellows of technical and scientific organizations.

Open positions

Tenured or Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Accounting

On-site · Edmonton

The successful candidate will teach accounting courses in undergraduate and graduate programs while conducting and publishing high-quality research in top-tier accounting journals. Additionally, they will contribute to departmental service and play an active role in the development of the PhD program.

Dental Materials Clerk

On-site · Edmonton

The Dental Materials Clerk is responsible for maintaining, dispensing, and stocking dental materials, instrumentation, and equipment within a clinical and educational environment. They also ensure adherence to infection prevention and control standards while supporting students, residents, and clinical instructors.

Postdoctoral Scholar and Project Manager

Hybrid · Edmonton

The Postdoctoral Scholar will lead the day-to-day implementation of the ARWN Phase 1 study, ensuring project milestones and deliverables are met. They will coordinate participant recruitment, oversee study protocols, and manage communication across an interdisciplinary team of investigators and community partners.

Medical Education Program Administrator

Hybrid · Edmonton

The Medical Education Program Administrator coordinates postgraduate residency program activities, including clinical rotation scheduling, educational events, and committee meetings. They serve as a primary contact for residents, faculty, and accreditation bodies while maintaining evaluation systems and program documentation.

Edge Network Analyst

On-site · Edmonton

The Edge Network Analyst monitors, maintains, and troubleshoots the university's network infrastructure, including switches, wireless access points, and cabling. They also contribute to the design and implementation of network improvements while ensuring accurate documentation and reporting.

Research Coordinator

On-site · Edmonton

The Research Coordinator will contribute to health evidence reviews and support the administration and development of the Health Technology and Policy Unit. Responsibilities include data extraction, synthesis report preparation, project management, and acting as a liaison with external sponsors and stakeholders.

Department Operations & Executive Lead

On-site · Edmonton

The Department Operations & Executive Lead manages daily administrative, financial, and human resources operations for the department. This role also provides staff supervision, coordinates academic programs, and supports the Department Chair with strategic planning and logistics.

Portfolio Analyst

Hybrid · Edmonton

The Portfolio Analyst will maintain accurate data on project status, budget, and risk to create decision-ready dashboards for senior leadership. They will also coordinate resource demand and capacity planning while supporting the intake and prioritization of strategic initiatives.

Community Economic Development Research Coordinator

Hybrid · Edmonton

The coordinator will lead research project operations, including grant preparation, data management, and analysis while facilitating communication between team members and community partners. They are also responsible for knowledge mobilization, mentoring research staff, and ensuring project milestones and deliverables are met.

Laboratory Technician

On-site · Edmonton

The laboratory technician will perform wet bench experiments, including molecular biology, microbiology, and protein analysis, under the direction of a supervisor. Additionally, the role involves maintaining lab stocks, managing waste, and organizing collections to ensure efficient laboratory operations.

Instructional Support Technician (Electronics)

On-site · Edmonton

The Instructional Support Technician manages undergraduate laboratory operations, including equipment maintenance, design, and repair. They also provide instructional support, mentor students and teaching assistants, and ensure compliance with laboratory safety procedures.

Operations Coordinator

Hybrid · Edmonton

The Operations Coordinator provides administrative, operational, and communications support for the Institute's leadership, programs, and research initiatives. They are responsible for coordinating events, managing financial processes, and facilitating member engagement to build a collaborative research community.

Virtual Recruitment Specialist

Hybrid · Edmonton

Develop and implement a virtual international recruitment strategy to attract high-achieving students to the University of Alberta. This includes organizing virtual events, collaborating with faculty, and enhancing email communication flows.

Projects Coordinator, Major Research Initiatives

Hybrid · Edmonton

Provides operational and project coordination support for major research initiatives, including strategic priority areas and defence research. Responsibilities include managing project intake, tracking timelines, maintaining documentation, and facilitating communication between diverse stakeholders.

Assessment Support Assistant

On-site · Edmonton

The Assessment Support Assistant provides instructional support by evaluating student assignments and ensuring consistent application of rubrics across engineering courses. They also coordinate with a team of graders and assist instructors with course logistics and assessment refinement.

Program Governance and Policy Specialist

Hybrid · Edmonton

The specialist provides high-level administrative and strategic support for undergraduate student services, including managing academic standing and grade appeal processes. They also oversee the governance and approval workflows for faculty calendar changes and committee operations.

Business Development Specialist - Cloud Partnerships & Outreach

Hybrid · Edmonton

The Business Development Specialist will execute full-cycle lead generation and pipeline management for compute initiatives while building strategic partnerships across data-regulated industries. They will act as a bridge between technical solutions and enterprise business problems, translating complex AI and cloud concepts into commercial value.

Postdoctoral Scholar - Bioinformatician for Tree Improvement

On-site · Edmonton

The Postdoctoral Scholar will conduct bioinformatics research, including lodgepole pine genome assembly and comparative genomics for conifer species. They will also contribute to experimental design, data analysis, and the development of visualizations to support tree improvement decisions.

Nursing Simulation Centre (NSC) Assistant

On-site · Edmonton

The incumbent supports the daily operations of the Nursing Simulation Centre, including lab setups, equipment maintenance, and inventory management. They also assist with the delivery of simulated learning experiences and provide frontline technical support to students and faculty.