Research Assistant supporting University of Alberta laboratory operations and biomedical research. Managing inventory, safety compliance, hazardous waste, equipment maintenance, and student laboratory support.
Responsibilities
Facilitate the daily operations of the Elahi Lab at the Katz Group Centre
Coordinate ordering, tracking, and maintenance of laboratory reagents, consumables, and materials
Ensure materials are stored according to manufacturing and safety standards and University policies
Liaise with departmental members regarding laboratory safety, equipment maintenance, and waste disposal
Ensure adherence to WHMIS, institutional EHS policies, and applicable federal/provincial regulations
Label waste containers and arrange scheduled pickups with institutional waste disposal services
Ensure compliance with hazardous-waste storage limits and timelines
Train lab members on proper disposal procedures
Monitor and restock sharps bins and biohazard bags
Assist with regulatory audit or inspection documentation
Maintain a clean, organized laboratory environment
Serve as a technical resource for undergraduate and graduate students
Assist the PI with hands-on training for undergraduate students and volunteers
Actively participate in research activities
Requirements
Undergraduate degree in a relevant field; Biological or Medical Sciences preferred
Equivalent combinations of education and experience considered
1 to 3 years of experience in an academic research environment
1 to 3 years of experience maintaining lab operations
1 to 3 years of experience in inventory tracking and management
Proactive organizational, time management, problem-solving, and multitasking skills
Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize work effectively
Ability to manage competing priorities and communicate clearly and credibly
Superior interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills
Professionalism and ability to build collaborative working relationships
Ability to develop creative and efficient solutions and work independently with minimal supervision
Initiative, superior attention to detail, and high accuracy
Working knowledge of relevant Faculty/Department and UAPPOL policies, procedures, and best practices
Ability to perform in-depth searches using databases, online retrieval services, internet search tools, and websites
Beginner-level knowledge of MS Office applications, Google applications, Zoom/video conferencing, website maintenance, and PeopleSoft (Campus Solutions)
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
Position subject to applicable terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the Governors of the University of Alberta and the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA)
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