Applied Research & Innovation, Research Assistant – SMARTS Digital Fabrication: Competition #123
An Internal/External Posting in the SCFA Employee Group.
Castlegar
Posted:
Wednesday, July 11, 2018
Closes: Monday, July 23, 2018
The Department of Applied Research and Innovation (ARI) is seeking a highly-qualified individual to serve in the role of Applied Research & Innovation (ARI) Faculty Assistant - Research Assistant, primarily supporting Selkirk College’s Selkirk-SME Applied Research & Technology (SMART) Solutions II Digital Fabrication projects with advanced technical and software skills. This is a position that will work under the supervision of Digital Fabrication Researcher Jason Taylor and be part of the SMART Project Coordination team under the direction of the Dean of Applied Research, and will be a critical member of the SMART Solutions research team.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
The Applied Research & Innovation (ARI) Faculty Assistant - Research Assistant’s responsibilities will include:
- Undertakes basic coding, scripting, product development for use in digital fabrication relate project
- Contributes to the design, production and testing of digitally fabricated products
- Supports, participates in, and/or facilitates research participant groups with small to medium-sized enterprises (SME’s), businesses, students and project contacts as required
- Contributes to knowledge mobilization and dissemination efforts with writing, facilitation and development
- Works safely and under the direction and with the requirements of the MIDAS and Selkirk College lab facilities
- Undertakes data collection, data cleaning and entry, qualitative data theming and/or quantitative analysis
- Keeps records and contributes to the completion of monthly, annual, and final project and program reporting
- Contributes to proposal development and/or grant applications for program and project research funding
- Participates in community and college-wide events related to applied research and innovation
- May support student involvement in projects including research process training
- Performs other related duties as requested by the supervisor and the Faculty Assistant – Research Assistant job description
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
- Excellent interpersonal, time management, and organizational skills
- Demonstrated experience working independently, and as part of a team
- Work experience with the following software: Adobe Illustrator, Autocad, Spaceclaim, and Vcarve.
- Work experience with the following lab equipment and tools: 3D printers, CNC mills/router, 3D Scanner, and Filament extruder
- Show initiative to maintain professional currency and must be able to adapt to new technologies
- Excellent lab practices and problem solving skills
Education and Experience
- Minimum of a Diploma in a Digital technology related field. Bachelor degree in a related field preferred
- Three (3) years of recent relevant applied research experience and/or related experience contributing to digital fabrication production and design
- Preference will be given to candidates who possess higher credentials, have contributed to grant writing/application history and can demonstrate project management experience
This is a casual, temporary appointment with up to 250 hours commencing approximately August 1, 2018 to March 31, 2019. This position is not base funded; however, if funding continues to March 31, 2019, there is a possibility of an extension of this work.Salary and benefits are in accordance with the Selkirk College Faculty Association Collective Agreement for Faculty Assistants. The salary range is $1,755.31-$2,820.46 bi-weekly (at a 100% appointment) and is based on qualifications and experience.
Selkirk College appreciates the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Interested and qualified applicants are invited to email their chronological resume (along with cover letter, work references and supporting documentation including diplomas and transcripts) no later than 4:00 pm on the closing date to . The personal information provided by applicants is collected pursuant to Sections 26 and 27 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA). The required personal information is collected for the purposes of supporting and evaluating your application for employment with Selkirk College and for aggregate statistical purposes. The personal information will be used, retained and only disclosed by Selkirk in accordance with FIPPA. The information is related directly to and needed by Selkirk to initiate the employment application process. The information will be used to contact references supplied by you, evaluate your qualifications, and complete the employment process by making a hiring decision.
Selkirk College is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that empowers all employees to reach their full potential and where each member of the college community shares a responsibility for developing and maintaining a healthy work environment in which differences are valued. The college welcomes applications from persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and Aboriginal people. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.
All résumés must be submitted via email.
This posting closes on Monday, July 23, 2018.