Instructional Assistant II – Animal Studies Program

In order to ensure your application is received byNAIT for thorough review and consideration, please apply directly through our

Careers site at  www.nait.ca / careers

Please Note : The Instructional

Assistant position is primarily weekdays and may include some weekends and

evenings. The successful candidate must be available for shifts between the

hours of 7 AM and 6 PM.

Please Note : This is a temporary

position from January 2026 to May 2026, with the possibility of extension.

NAIT’s

Veterinary Technology and Veterinary Medical Assistant Programs, located at our

Edmonton Campus, requires one individual to join their team as a temporary Instructional

Assistant II.

Key

Responsibilities : Lab Support :

Assist in maintaining lab equipment

and perform quality control procedures.

Ensure work area is safe and in clean

condition.

Liaison with other sections or

programs when required.

Maintain equipment and procure

supplies and materials for the Animal Health Programs.

Prepare, set up and dismantle

laboratory instruments and supplies for use by students and instructors.

Participate in the end of day

veterinary clinic closing procedures.

Order supplies and expendable items

and maintain related inventory records for Animal Health.

Assist with maintaining Standard

Operating Procedure and safety manuals when required.

Assist with Occupational Health and

Canadian Council on Animal Care processes.

Instructional Support :

Assist with the

instruction during VMA and some VTP student laboratories which include basic

clinic procedures, hematology, reception, anesthesia, surgical assisting, and

animal nursing.

Assist instructors during

instructional periods in the explanation and demonstration of laboratory

instruments and procedures to students, as required.

Evaluate students based on

existing rubrics and assessment tools, provided by instructors, and provide

feedback.

Independent supervision of

students.

Ensure knowledge of

related equipment including use and application.

Provide feedback to

instructors regarding lab exercises.

Student Support :

Provide tutorial / remedial

support.

Assist students in the

development and execution of technical projects in cooperation with other staff

members.

Ensure students are

working in safe conditions.

Skills & Abilities :

• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.

Adapt easily to change and espouse continuous

quality improvement with a strong focus on student success and satisfaction.

Willing to learn and understand the

policies, processes and procedures that pertain to the Animal Studies programs.

Strong oral and written

communication skills.

Excellent working knowledge of laboratory

safety and exhibit safe work practices.

Computer literacy, including

experience with Microsoft Office Suite and animal clinic software is required.

Qualifications :

Post-secondary certificate, diploma

or degree in animal health technology or veterinary technology.

An actively registered Veterinary

Technologist with the ABVMA.

Minimum of 5 years directly related

veterinary experience.

Applicants with

education credentials earned outside of Canada should have their credentials

evaluated by World Education Services (WES), International Qualifications

Assessment Service (IQAS) or the Comparative Education Services (CES).

Remuneration :  $59,603.44

Instructional Assistant II).

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

We

are proud to have been named one of Alberta’s Top Employers for 14 consecutive

years. Being part of a community that makes a difference in the lives of

students, staff, industry clients and partners, NAIT’s culture reflects our

shared values of respect, collaboration, celebration, creativity, and

accountability.

People

are what make NAIT great, and we prioritize the employee experience. We offer benefits and unique perks focusing on health and

wellness, work-life balance, recognition, and professional and personal growth.

In addition to excellent vacation time, we offer paid time off between

Christmas and New Year's.

NAIT

supports a flexible work environment, enabling staff to request approval for

on-campus, off-site, or hybrid work arrangements based on the nature of the

role. Please note that remote positions require employees to reside within

Canada.

NAIT

is committed to fostering a safe environment that supports equity and

cultivates inclusion through our Centre for Community and Belonging (CCB) and

our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Strategy. We are a

proud partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion and Pride at

Work Canada. While we encourage all qualified applicants to apply, only those

being considered will be contacted. If you require any accommodations, please

connect with us at careers@nait.ca.

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