Summer Student Research Assistant, Plastics - Edmonton, Canada - NAIT

NAIT

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Edmonton, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

NOTE:
This is a temporary position from May 1, 2024 and ending on or before August 30, 2024.
Led by Dr.

Justice Asomaning, Ovintiv Applied Research Chair in Energy, The Clean Technologies team is a diverse, inclusive, highly multidisciplinary group of professionals and students with experience and backgrounds in environmental science, applied chemistry, analytical chemistry, and chemical engineering.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare plastics samples through extrusion and or injection molding techniques for chemical, thermal, and mechanical analysis.
Development of cleaning methods to facilitate downstream reuse/recycling of beehive foundations.
Assist with the polymer processing, and characterization of polymer products using laboratory

- based techniques such as:

Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy
Elemental Analysis
Thermal Gravimetric Analysis/ Differential Scanning Calorimetry (TGA/DSC)
Tensile testing
Flexural testing
Izod impact testing
Dynamic Mechanical Analysis
Write reports/presentations summarizing the data obtained using Word, Excel, and Power Point.
Communicate results and observations effectively between project teams and industry partners as needed.
Assist team with method development and internal validation.
Collaborate in meetings, troubleshooting activities, and prototype optimization.
Acquire data and compile data in Excel.

Skills & Abilities:

Willingness to learn
Desire to challenge yourself
Attention to detail and strong problemsolving skills are major assets.

Qualifications:

Must be able to work fulltime from May 01, 2024, to August 30, 202
Must be enrolled at NAIT or other postsecondary institution (College, University or Polytechnic) in Nanotechnology, Chemical Technology, Chemical Engineering Technology, or equivalent programs.
Experience and technical skills are considered secondary to willingness to learn and the desire to challenge yourself.
Understanding of lab safety guidelines and best practices including WHIMS, and Occupational Health & Safety guidelines considered an asset.
Class 5 driver's license and willingness to travel is an asset.

Remuneration:
$ $21.69 per hour, plus 12% in lieu of statutory holidays and vacation pay. (Classification - Student Research Assistant l).

This position is covered by the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) Collective Agreement._

Please submit a resume and cover letter to be considered for this opportunity.

About NAIT
At NAIT, people matter.

We're proud to have been named one of Alberta's Top Employers for 13 consecutive years. Developing an engaging, supportive, and rewarding work culture is something we take seriously. We know that people are our biggest asset - they are what makes NAIT a great place to work.

What we offer
We've created a benefits package that focuses on health and wellness, professional and personal growth, recognition, and work-life balance.

NAIT is a flexible workplace and depending on the nature of your role, you may request flexible work arrangements with respect to where and when you work, including being on-campus full-time, working off-site, or a combination of the two.

Employees also have access to excellent vacation time, paid time off between Christmas and New Year's, a strong recognition program, learning opportunities, 2 annual all-staff professional development days and so much more.

Additional requirements
Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada who have not had them previously assessed should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services or the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)

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