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Research Assistant

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry & Junior Level
  • Research & Development
    Engineering
  • 2d left

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  • You must be an Engineering student with biomass processing and thermochemical reforming lab skills, plus safety training. Experience with TCR unit is an asset.
  • You will collect and analyze biomass, conduct thermocatalytic reforming experiments, prepare reports, and participate in meetings and conferences to advance research projects.

Requirements

  • An Engineering student with extensive experience in performing the required tasks
  • Biomass processing experience
  • Laboratory skills in thermochemical reforming
  • Laboratory safety training is highly desirable including: Laboratory emergency response plan, working alone protocol, waste (chemical, biological, glass) storage and disposal procedures, WHMIS, safe operating procedures.
  • Working experience with TCR unit is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

  • Biomass feedstock collection, preparation, and characterization.
  • Thermocatalytic reforming (TCR) experiments preparation, execution, and product analysis.
  • Development and analysis of different experimental scenarios to help the understanding of the upscaling of the technology from laboratory to semi-field scale using the experimental data generated in both our TCR-2 and TCR-30 units.
  • Preparation of reports, posters, and presentations on the progress of established goals in the thermochemical reforming process work to the Resilient and Clean Energy Systems Initiative, sponsor of the project.
  • Keep up with the advancement and evolution of the TCR technology by reviewing the literature and obtaining the latest papers and information.
  • Plan and execute experiments in the TCR units. This implies preparation of the equipment, execution of experiments and post-experiment activities (product collection and storage, equipment cleaning).
  • Responsible of the characterization of the experimental products (bio-oil, syngas and bio-char) in our analytical laboratory or in other university or commercial laboratories when necessary.
  • Preparation of reports, posters and presentations on existing work and progress on new experimental work for the Resilient and Clean Energy Systems Initiative, sponsor of the project.
  • Participates in meetings to discuss new and established projects, abstract deadlines, grants, awards, and publications.
  • Travels for conferences/meetings pertaining to research clinic occasionally.

FAQs

What is the salary range for the Research Assistant position?

The salary range for the Research Assistant position is $42,086.53 to $55,556.76.

What are the working hours for this position?

The Research Assistant position requires 40 hours of work per week.

What is the expected end date for this position?

The expected end date for this position is October 31, 2027.

Is this position full-time or part-time?

This position is a full-time role.

Where will the work primarily take place?

Work primarily takes place at North Campus, Edmonton.

What qualifications are required for this position?

The minimum qualifications include being an Engineering student with extensive experience in the required tasks, biomass processing experience, laboratory skills in thermochemical reforming, and preferred safety training in laboratory procedures.

Will my previous experience at the University of Alberta be considered?

Yes, internal candidates and applicants who were former employees of the University of Alberta in the past 18 months will be given priority consideration before external candidates.

Is there any travel involved in this position?

Yes, occasional travel for conferences and meetings related to the research clinic may be required.

Are there any benefits associated with this position?

Yes, the position offers a comprehensive benefits package, which can be viewed on the University of Alberta’s Benefits Overview page.

Will I receive training for working in the laboratory?

Laboratory safety training, including various safety protocols, is highly desirable and may be part of your onboarding process.

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