Molecular Biology Research Assistant

Apply molecular biology and plant biotechnology skills in Lethbridge with Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada’s Science and Technology Branch. Conduct laboratory, field, and data analysis work.

This EG-05 Research Assistant position supports scientific teams working with cereals, oilseeds, and other crops. Under research scientist supervision, you will plan experiments, adapt methods, analyze samples, manage data, and work closely with students. The process may staff one indeterminate position and future temporary opportunities.

• Oversee technical operations supporting molecular biology research
• Plan or adapt laboratory research procedures and methods
• Sample plants, soil, and environmental parameters
• Analyze samples using laboratory equipment
• Record, manage, and analyze research data

• Diploma in molecular biology, biotechnology, agriculture, or related field
• Experience conducting laboratory or field experiments
• Experience working with DNA and RNA
• Experience managing samples, equipment, materials, and supplies
• Valid Alberta Class 5 driver’s licence or equivalent

Support crop research through molecular biology, plant biotechnology, laboratory operations, and accurate scientific data analysis in Lethbridge.