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Research Assistant 1

Research Assistant 1

CompanyMcGill University
LocationMontreal, QC, Canada
Salary$29.21 – $29.21
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s
Experience LevelEntry Level/New Grad, Junior

Requirements

  • High School Diploma required.
  • BSc degree in Biology or related field preferred.
  • Knowledge of insect diversity and identification preferred.
  • Experience with pinning and labeling insects preferred.
  • Experience with lab equipment and instruments in the Life Sciences field preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Operating and maintaining lab equipment and instruments in the Gillung Lab.
  • Ordering parts and consumables.
  • Performing changes and adjustments to lab equipment.
  • Overseeing sorting and preparation of insect samples.
  • Managing lab materials and equipment.
  • Collecting and entering data from research projects.
  • Maintaining lab work area.
  • Assisting graduate students with sample preparation and maintenance.

Preferred Qualifications

  • BSc degree in Biology or related field preferred.
  • Knowledge of insect diversity and identification preferred.
  • Experience with pinning and labeling insects preferred.
  • Experience with lab equipment and instruments in the Life Sciences field preferred.