Junior Research Assistant, Applied Research Centre

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Job Title:

Junior Research Assistant

Employment Group: CUPE

Employee Type:
Casual

Start Date:

Monday, September 14 2026

End Date (if applicable):

Job Summary:

Reporting to the faculty-researcher, the Junior Research Assistant provides support to facilitate the successful execution of research projects, as outlined in section C below.

Job Description:

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Performs routine data gathering activities as directed by research supervisor or other research team members.
• Accurately and consistently records results or transcriptions and procedures.
• Provides assistance to the research team, for example, records notes, describes observations, supplies reminders.
• Collects experimental data/software performance
• Compiles data for reports and presentations
• Gathers literature or other resources as directed by supervisor
• Conveys information about the working environment including when supplies are running low.
• Operates advanced scientific equipment/software/survey tools with direction.
• Offer students assistance with performing data gathering activities as directed by supervisor or other research team members.
• Maintain safe work environment
• Performs other related project duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:

• Completion of minimum of one (1) year of post-secondary studies related to the field of inquiry
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Skills & Abilities:

• General research skills related to the field of inquiry, for example, the ability to describe, copy, label, or list the results of research.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Ability to work as part of a team as well as the ability to work independently
• Ability to prioritize and schedule work to ensure timelines are met
• Ability to physically perform the duties of the position and meet work performance set by the college
• Proficiency using computer applications such as MS Office applications, email and web browsers.

Additional Info:
Why Join Langara? At Langara College, we support the College’s vision of promoting wellness and fostering personal and professional growth for our employees. We are dedicated to embracing, honouring, and advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion, while offering a competitive and inclusive benefits package that reflects our commitment to overall health, financial security, and work-life balance.
** Eligibility and entitlements may vary based on the employment group, and if the position is temporary, part-time, or casual **

We offer the following benefits:

• Extensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Hybrid-work program for eligible positions
• Generous vacation package plus paid time off during college winter closure (1 week in December)
• Employer paid defined benefit pension plan
• Potential eligibility for educational, training, and developmental programs
• Access to on-site daycare subject to availability
• Tuition waivers for courses at Langara College, subject to space availability
• Course/program tuition reimbursements
• Wellness classes and campus engagement events

Salary Range: $25.79 - $28.85 per hour

Pay Grade: CUPE Paygrade 15

Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

0.35

Hours may vary according to the needs of the department.

Compressed Workweek (Fortnight):
No

Closing Date:
Thursday, September 10 2026

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