Student Assistant II – Department of Chemistry

Applications are to be received by: 4:30 p.m. on September 11, 2024
Classification: Student Assistant II
Employee Group: PSAC
Job Title: Laboratory Demonstrator
Department: Chemistry
Wage or Salary: $16.24/hr.
Hours of Work: 3-4 hour per week for a total maximum of 26.5 hours per appointment 
Start Date: September 16, 2024
Number of Positions available: 5
Length of Appointment:  to December 5, 2024
Course title and number (if applicable): 18:160 General Chemistry I
Date Issued: August 28, 2024

Duties:
Assist with 18:160 (General Chemistry I) laboratory demonstrations and setup of experiments, guide students in their lab
experiments and other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Experience:
• Current Brandon University student
• Preference will be given to students majoring in Chemistry, but those minoring in Chemistry may also be considered
• Experience as a laboratory demonstrator (lab assistant) or report marker in the Faculty of Science would be an asset
• Good communication skills
• Ability to help students with enthusiasm
• Reliable and punctual

To Apply:
Please send your cover letter and resume to Dr. Mengistu, Department of Chemistry, Brandon University at
mengistut@brandonu.ca

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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