Research Assistant

Russ Edwards School of Agriculture & Environment

Full Time, Term (May 1, 2025, to Feb 26, 2027)

Rourke Farm – Minto, MB

Comp #104-24/25

Salary: $42,978.00 to $51,744 annually ($22.80 to $27.45 hourly)

Classification: Research Assistant 1

About Assiniboine:

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.

Position Overview:

This will be a 1.0 FTE Research Assistant Level 1, who will be based out of Minto at the Rourke Farm and work with the Faculty Researcher on two S-CAP funded projects. This position will support the execution of both projects which includes organizing, helping with seeding, maintaining field trials, growth chamber projects, and exploring different types of seed coatings. The RA will be responsible for compiling data, ensuring equipment is kept in working order, assisting with data analysis, troubleshooting the project, report and manuscript preparation. This position will be expected to attend meetings and conferences and will liaise/work with industry partners for the project. The RA will also train, mentor and supervise summer students and work with the other Research Assistant.

Experience needed: Strong Chemistry background, interest/experience in conducting applied research, computer software, seed coatings such as testing polymers and natural substances.

Some Key Responsibilities:

• Setup and maintain research projects as per provided protocols and researcher oversight
• Collect research data using a variety of data gathering techniques
• Able to analyze, summarize and report factual information
• Assist in preparing reports, presentations and extension materials
• Manage and maintain experiments
• Care for research materials
• Attend and participate in project meetings

Some Qualifications:

• Detail-oriented
• Maintain the highest standards of accuracy in both written and practical work
• Knowledge of agriculture and/or horticulture
• Able to work independently or part of a team
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage several tasks in the day
• Flexibility and adaptability

This competition will remain open until the position is filled.

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.

Forward Together:

As we navigate rapid technological changes, we prioritize resilience and wellness among our faculty and staff, helping them become the leaders Manitoba needs.

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.