POSITION TITLE: Research Assistant – Organic and Medicinal Chemistry
CLOSING DATE: December 9, 2024
EMPLOYMENT DATES: 15 Dec 2024 – 30 April 2025
HOURS OF WORK: 12 hours per week
RATE OF PAY: $17.20/hour plus Vacation Pay as determined by HR Policy
JOB DESCRIPTION: Applications are invited for a Research Assistant position in Organic and Medicinal Chemistry research laboratory at Nipissing University. The selected student is expected to work on a synthetic organic chemistry research project which includes performing organic reactions, reaction workup and purification of organic compounds using chromatography techniques. The student is expected to be highly organized and strictly follow standard operating procedures for various functions (e.g. lab-report writing, handling chemicals and laboratory glassware) in the laboratory. Appropriate training will also be provided. Students who have taken organic chemistry courses are encouraged to apply
DUTIES INCLUDE:
This position will assist with the following duties:
- Set up chemical reactions and monitor their progress.
- Purify and isolate reaction products using chromatographic techniques such as thin layer chromatography and column chromatography.
- Characterize reaction products using spectroscopic methods such as NMR, IR and LC-MS.
- Maintain a safe working environment in the lab.
- Maintain an up-to-date record of their work in a lab notebook.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must apply and be approved for the NUWORK Program
*This position is subject to budgetary approval*
To apply for this position please submit a resume and cover letter (in one document) referencing the job title in the subject line and three (3) references to studentjobs@nipissingu.ca. A separate email for each position must be submitted if applying for multiple positions.
We thank all applicants; however, only those to be considered for an interview will be contacted.
Nipissing University is committed to employment equity and strongly encourages applications, which may include self-identification in a cover letter from Indigenous peoples, women, persons with disabilities, persons who identify as 2SLGBTQI+ and racialized minorities.
Nipissing University must gather information from applicants to determine eligibility to work in Canada. Please include a statement in your application to identify whether you are a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident or are otherwise legally eligible to work in Canada. You must be able to provide proof of being a full-time post-secondary student, have a valid work study permit and a Social Insurance Number in order to work on-campus.
Nipissing University will provide accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. You can request accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation please contact Human Resources at access@nipissingu.ca.
