Research Assistant II – Department of Biology

Applications are to be received by: 4:30 p.m. on April 27, 2026

Classification: Research Assistant II
Employee Group: PSAC
Job Title: Research Assistant
Department: Biology
Wage or Salary: $18.41/hour
Hours of Work: 30 hours per week
Start Date: May 4, 2026
Number of Positions available: up to 3
Length of Appointment: until August 31, 2026
Course title and number (if applicable): NA
Date Issued: April 20, 2026

Duties:
1. Can perform cancer cell culture, and maintenance of cell lines. Prepare cell culture media and buffers as required.
2. Can perform RNA and Protein measurement.
3. Assist with duties related to the production of articles, publications, reports and presentations.
4. Prepare literature reviews.
5. Assist in data collection, data entry, analysis and interpretation.

Qualifications/Experience:
At the time of application, they are enrolled in a Biology/Biomedical undergraduate degree program or have completed an undergraduate degree in the same discipline. Excellent communication skills are essential. They are trained to do mammalian cell culture and hands-on experience in cell functional assays would be a plus.

To Apply:

Please forward a resume and a cover letter to:

majumderm@brandonu.ca

Those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

Brandon University is committed to equity, welcomes diversity, and hires on the basis of merit. All qualified individuals who may contribute to the diversification of the University, especially women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, racialized persons, and persons of all sexual orientations and genders are encouraged to apply. Canadian citizens and permanent residents are given priority. Evidence of citizenship must be provided.
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