Graduate Student Intern - AGC

ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE

We are currently seeking a Graduate Student Intern to join the Applied Genomics Centre. This role reports to the Research and Partners Manager, Applied Genomics Centre.

SUMMARY

AGC has a supportive role for research goals of the Applied Genomics Centre (AGC). This is an employment role with the intent of providing learning opportunities and practical training to the individual while they are enrolled in a graduate program at any Canadian University. This individual will support applied research projects under the supervision and direction of the AGC's senior leadership, and Research Technicians. They will perform general laboratory tasks, assist in generating experimental data, and communicate results to AGC members and industry partners.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Engage in hands-on training in proper laboratory techniques under the guidance of the Laboratory and Research Coordinator and Research Technicians.
• Provide research support for the AGC's senior leadership and research staff.
• Assist in gathering and analyzing experimental data in the AGC lab and in the field, as required.
• Execute and document experiments required for research projects, adhering to rigorous scientific protocols.
• Contribute to the preparation of research materials, including graphs, charts, reports, and presentations, collaboratively and under the direction of the AGC's senior leadership.
• Perform general lab tasks such as cleaning and organizing lab equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Anticipated hourly pay rate : $22 to $26