Research Assistant
Russ Edwards School of Agriculture & Environment
Full-Time, Term (April 27, 2026, to Dec 18, 2027)
Brandon, MB
Comp #64-25/26
Salary: $44,166 to $53,176 annually ($23.43 to $28.21 hourly)
Classification: Research Assistant 1
For over 60 years, Assiniboine College has been providing exceptional learning experiences, while transforming lives and strengthening Manitoba through applied education and research. Our future success rests on our ability to develop a sustainable Thriving Workforce that is unified in moving forward for the benefit of the college and Manitoba. Our culture is built on our principles for continued success: Creativity, Collaboration, and Courage.
This position will provide technical support for a Faculty Researcher in the applied research program for the Russ Edwards School of Agriculture and Environment. This position will primarily work out the North Hill campus in the greenhouse complex. This position will work under the direction of Dr. Poonam Singh and will be expected to perform technical functions related to the implementation of research projects, conduct plant maintenance, and compile and summarize accumulated data. This position will provide support for applied research projects in the area of evaluating options for soilless growing media, which includes IRAP and provincial government funded studies. This position may be responsible for the supervision of subordinate staff.
Key Responsibilities:
Primary:
- Setup and maintain research projects as per established protocols and researcher oversight.
- Collect research data using a variety of data gathering techniques.
- Assist in preparing reports, presentations, and extension materials.
- Manage and maintain experiments.
- Care for research materials.
Secondary:
- Attend and participate in project meetings.
- Oversee laboratory organization and operation
- Inventory research supplies.
Qualifications:
- Must be highly detail oriented.
- Minimum College graduate.
- Maintain the highest standards of accuracy in both written and practical work.
- Knowledge of agriculture and/or horticulture.
- Able to work with a high degree of independently or part of a team.
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Good multitasking, flexibility & adaptability skillsets.
- Physical ability to complete work indoors and outdoors.
This competition will remain open until the position is filled.
Discover full details about the position in the attached Job Description.
Why Join Us?
Working Together:
Be part of a collaborative and inclusive environment that values teamwork and positive employee relations. Together, we paddle collectively toward our mission.
Growing Together:
We invest in our employees? future through succession planning, forward-looking recruitment, and supportive development programs. At least 4% of payroll is dedicated to staff and professional development.
Forward Together:
As we navigate rapid technological changes, we prioritize resilience and wellness among our faculty and staff, helping them become the leaders Manitoba
Our Principles for Continued Success:
- Creativity: We foster an environment that supports and unleashes the creativity of our faculty and staff.
- Collaboration: Teamwork, purposeful connections, and community building are critical to achieving our collective potential.
- Courage: Our faculty and staff embrace their roles as community leaders, boldly taking risks to build a strong future for Manitoba
Commitment to Diversity:
Assiniboine College is committed to creating a barrier-free environment that emphasizes the value of diversity and promotes full participation. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who are legally entitled to work in Canada, including Indigenous peoples, persons of all abilities, members of visible minorities, all genders, and sexual orientations.
How to Apply:
If you are interested in this career opportunity, please email your resume and cover letter with reference to this competition to careers@assiniboine.net. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
For accommodations or alternative formats, contact careers@assiniboine.net or 204 725 8729.
Assiniboine College is privileged to provide learning opportunities on the lands of the Dakota Oyate, Nakoda Oyate, Ininiwak, Nehethowak, Nehiyawak, Anishininewuk, Denesuline, Anishinaabeg, and the National Homeland of the Red River M?tis.
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