Research Assistant Technician I
Ridgetown, ON, CA, N0P 2C0
Department: Ridgetown - Academic
This position is classified under the Grant and Trust Administrative & Technical Group
Temporary full-time from 09/07/2026 to 12/18/2026
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Duties and Responsibilities
Positions at this level perform basic, routine tasks or work of a repetitive nature, requiring little to no interpretation or analysis. The work is highly prescribed and defined by standard operating procedures or work instruction, with variations/deviations referred to a supervisor. Conducts research activities with much supervisory oversight from a Research Associate or senior researcher.
Primary duties include:
- Harvesting Soubean Research Plots
- Removing Off Types from Breeding Material
- Maintenance of Field Research Trials
- Processing of Research Materials
- Data Entry
Decision Making/Accountability: Work may involve simple techniques and methods requiring knowledge and/or procedures that are readily acquired through on-the-job training and used in repetitive or simple applications, requiring little judgment. The nature of work is routine and clearly defined. Any problems or deviations are referred to the supervisor.
Contacts/Interpersonal Skills: Contacts and interactions are mainly with associates within their work area or research project and consist mostly of maintaining positive relationships while working with others. May interact with clients providing routine information.
Supervision Received: Works under direct supervision, in accordance with detailed oral or written instructions.
Supervision Exercised: None, but may explain work sequences to others.
Working Environment: Work may be performed in an office or laboratory.
Work will take place in the field followed by work in the lab/processing areas.
Requirements
- 1 year post-secondary education
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience working outdoors is considered an asset.
Employee Type: Temporary
Position Number: 10912236
Classification: Grant/ Trust fund position Band GTAT - Band A
GTAT (Grant & Trust Administrative and Technical) Salary Grid
At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution.
Posting Date: 08/24/2026
Close Date: 08/31/2026