19 Research Assistant jobs in Canada

Job Description

About Vitacore:

Vitacore Industries has always had protection of our healthcare workers and the planet in mind when innovating the best of technology to everything we do. Founded in 2020 at the start of the pandemic, Vitacore’s team of scientists, engineers, and business leaders set out on a mission to help frontline healthcare workers stay safe. Taking care of our beautiful planet, and the environmental impacts of everything we create is a guiding principle from inception to product launch. Vitacore has recently launched partnerships with several hospitals and businesses across Canada with its recycling program to reduce single-use plastic waste. As Vitacore rapidly expands into new product lines and markets, we are looking for talented individuals to join our team to help create a larger impact in healthcare, recycling and more.

About the Role:

The Research Assistant in Vitacore Industries Inc. has responsibilities majorly in the Research and Development (R&D) department and assists other departments such as Quality department on an as-needed basis.

Responsibilities include:

• Manages and replies to R&D project-related correspondence, such as regulatory bodies, external laboratories, etc.
• Collaborate with different teams to ensure alignment and timely completion of project deliverables.
• Participate in data collection and coordination of study activities and field testing.
• Quality inspection and testing of R&D prototypes and/or final products following internal protocols.
• Meets regularly with supervisor to discuss research assignments.
• Replenish inspection tools and/or materials as needed from equipment suppliers and vendors.
• Prepare study progress and internal test reports.
• Conduct literature reviews and regulatory research to identify medical device performance requirements for product development.
• Analyze research data, interpret results, and prepare presentations and meeting minutes.
• Support Quality department and participate and contribute to regulatory audits on a needed basis.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Science background or science-related experience is an asset.
• Experience in regulatory affairs is an asset.
• Highly organized and always punctual.
• Strong attention to detail.
• A level of education, training, and experience equivalent to Grade 12 plus graduation from a science or engineering program.
• Ability to work independently.
• Demonstrated ability to use word processing, spreadsheet, presentation software, and Microsoft Office Outlook calendar management at advanced levels.
• Demonstrated flexibility to meet and adapt to changes in organizational priorities.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to prioritize workload and work under time pressures to meet deadlines, including demonstrated time management skills to assist others with meeting deadlines and objectives.
• Demonstrated ability to exhibit tact and discretion in preparing, disclosing, and handling information of a confidential and/or sensitive nature.

Vitacore Industries Inc. manufactures personal protective equipment for Canadian frontline workers, available on demand. Our facility houses state-of-the-art equipment to produce millions of respirators every month. Vitacore is committed to serving Canadians. All of our current and future PPE is made using a Canadian supply chain and quality Canadian materials.Our main customers are in the Health Care Industry supporting our long-term growth and sustainability.

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Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

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Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

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• Computer and information sciences, general

Work must be completed both in person and remotely.

Job Description

Salary: $75,100 annually

Position Title: NBM Research Assistant

Position Type:Full-time, Term

Program: Northern Boreal Mountains (NBM)

Term: 18 months

Position Level: 6

Salary: $75,100 annually

Date Written/Revised: August 21, 2025

Location: Whitehorse, Yukon (Hybrid)

Reports to: Dr. Hilary Cooke, Co-Director of Northern Boreal Mountains program

Supervises (Direct supervision only): Field Staff on occasion

Start Date: October 6, 2025

Position Contact: Dr. Hilary Cooke, Co-Director of Northern Boreal Mountains program

Benefits: 4 weeks vacation, Paid sick and Personal emergency leave, Self-care days, Health and Dental care, Life insurance, RRSP match, DEIJA Team, Weekly Wellness sessions, Mentorship program and Annual Northern Travel Allowance.

Application Closing Date: September 12, 2025 at 6pm PST.

Position Summary

The WCS Canada Northern Boreal Mountains (NBM) program seeks a motivated candidate to support our applied research and conservation program in the Yukon and northern British Columbia. The Research Assistant will be involved in the creation of Indigenous Protected and Conserved Areas (IPCAs), and support biodiversity, climate change, and cumulative effects research. Successful candidates will have a background in wildlife conservation and/or northern ecology, and experience in geospatial analysis, data management, statistical analysis, and field-based research. This an 18-month position with the potential for an extension, pending funding.

The NBM program is set in one of WCS Canadas key geographic areas in Yukon and northern BC. Our vision is for the landscapes and biodiversity of the region to remain intact, have high ecological integrity, and be resilient to climate change. The NBM program is committed to reconciliation and advocating for a whole-of-society approach in which biodiversity is not just protected but truly valued and mainstreamed into decision-making. We recognize that Indigenous-led conservation initiatives are key to allowing Canada and the world to meet conservation commitments, and to avoid the worst impacts of the Climate Change and Biodiversity Crises.

The core strategies of the NBM program are: supporting land use planning through collaborative partnerships and by providing and enabling technical capacity; conducting targeted research on biodiversity and threats to it (including climate change and cumulative effects); and, engaging strategically in policy development and reform by providing scientific evidence and expertise.

Position Objectives

• To work closely with First Nations in the Yukon to advance the creation of Indigenous Protected and Conserved Areas (IPCA) by:
  • Developing a geospatial database using traditional and contemporary data sources to map ecologically important areas, historic and cultural sites of importance, climate resilience and connectivity, existing anthropogenic disturbance, and resource land use conflict;
  • Supporting Land Guardian programs, including environmental monitoring, and participating in community events and land-based activities.
• To advance studies of northern ecology and conservation by:
  • Conducting statistical and geospatial analysis on existing datasets;
  • Supporting field programs, including field logistics, equipment management, and data collection and management.
  • Contributing to reports, publications, and communications.

Principal Responsibilities

• Collate existing geospatial information on ecological and cultural values and traditional land use collected by local Indigenous communities. May involve digitizing from legacy paper maps.
• Collate existing geospatial information on biodiversity and biophysical features, areas of climate resilience and connectivity, and existing anthropogenic disturbance including mining to support delineation of areas for protection and stewardship. May involve processing remote sensing data to map existing anthropogenic disturbance.
• Provide logistical and technical support to field research and conservation programs, including: equipment inventory and maintenance; spatial analysis, map production, and GPS data management; deployment of remote cameras and Automated Recording Units (ARUs); download and management of camera and acoustic data; scoring and sorting camera data for large mammals (principally caribou, moose); coordination with partners, including Land Guardians.
• Conduct statistical analysis in support of avian ecology and migration research, including projects on: sandhill crane migration phenology; stopover lakes for migrating waterbirds in southeast Yukon; and cavity-nesting community dynamics in recently burned boreal forest.
• Conduct thorough and timely literature reviews to support research and conservation programs.
• Assist with the preparation of communication materials including reports, scientific publications, presentations, web content, and video and photographic media.
• Participate in regular NBM and WCS Canada staff meetings.
• Represent WCS Canada in meetings, conferences or other events, where requested.
• Support WCS Canadas goal of transforming WCS Canadas conservation practice through reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples. For example, by ensuring that information shared with WCS Canada in confidence by Indigenous partners is secure and treated with respect that reflects its value and history.
• Contribute to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace that promotes engagement and belonging.

Required Qualifications/Skills/Experience

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent in Ecology, Conservation Biology, Environmental Sciences, Natural Resource Management, or related field.
• Proficiency using ArcGIS Pro for digitizing, mapping, and spatial analysis.
• Strong quantitative skills with experience in data management and statistical analysis of ecological data.
• Experience conducting field research.
• Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work in a cross-cultural and interdisciplinary work environment.
• Ability to work both independently and within a team on multiple projects concurrently.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Strong problem-solving skills, detail oriented, and resourceful.
• A passion for the conservation of nature and wildlife.
• Experience with, and respect for, Indigenous expertise and knowledge systems in parallel with western science as a core element of reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples in Canada.

Preferred Qualifications/Skills/Experience

• Knowledgeable of boreal ecology and/or northern conservation issues.
• Experience working with remote camera and acoustic data.
• Experience working with northern communities.
• Familiarity with Yukon's land claims and self-governing agreements, the Aboriginal Rights and Title of unceded First Nations, UNDRIP, FPIC, and First Nations Principles of OCAP.
  

How to apply

Please submit your CV with a cover letter explaining your qualifications related to the responsibilities listed above and your motivation to work on this project.

For questions regarding the position, please contactHilary Cooke at

For questions regarding the application process, please contact

Application Closing Date: September 12, 2025 at 6pm PST.

WCS Canada is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices. Applicants with a disability or any special needs may make a request for accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, and we will work with you to meet your needs. Such requests should be communicated to Okechukwu Ezibe ( ) or by phone .

Office Safety Plan Compliance

WCS Canada is committed to providing and maintaining a safe environment for our employees, contractors, and partners. As part of this unwavering commitment to safety, it is a condition of employment that Office-based WCS Canada employees be compliant with the respective Office Safety Plan, which includes being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 with a COVID-19 vaccine series approved by Health Canada or the World Health Organization. This condition is subject to the requirements of applicable human rights legislation.

About WCS Canada

WCS Canada ( was established as a Canadian conservation organization in July 2004. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity, and equal opportunity. Our mission is to save wildlife and wild places by improving our understanding of and seeking solutions to critical problems that threaten key species and large wild ecosystems throughout Canada. We implement and support comprehensive field studies that gather information on wildlife needs and then seek to resolve key conservation problems by working with a broad array of actors. WCS Canada has a track record of our science being recognized as relevant, credible and legitimate by researchers, NGOs and agencies. WCS Canada is independently registered and managed, while retaining a strong collaborative working relationship with sister Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) programs in more than 60 countries.

Diversity and inclusion are core WCS Canada values. We value the diversity of the people we employ and work with and we strive to provide an inclusive and equitable workplace in which we recognize the unique characteristics, skills and experiences of all employees. We are committed to engaging our employees in our diversity, equity and inclusion work and together we aim to create a workplace where all staff feel they belong and can grow.

WCS Canadas programs occur on the homelands of Indigenous Peoples whose relationships various governments are described in historic (numbered) Treaties, modern land claim agreements, and negotiations around unceded lands. We recognize and support the international ecological and social commitments and responsibilities to Indigenous Peoples that Canada has signed, including the Convention on Biological Diversity, Convention on the Trade in Endangered Species, the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, and the recommendations of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. Our commitment to engagement with Indigenous Peoples ranges from notification of research to the provision of scientific advice, to co-creation of research. We respect Indigenous knowledge systems and include this knowledge in our research and conservation programs where possible. We engage in land use planning and impact assessment processes that affect Indigenous Peoples, seeking ways to advance conservation as well as opportunities to sustain the livelihoods and cultures of Indigenous communities. We seek to motivate positive conservation outcomes by supporting effective governance and decision-making processes by Indigenous communities, particularly by supporting Indigenous and Community Conserved Areas.

WCS Canada is committed to contributing to the field of conservation science and the professional development of its employees. Employees are encouraged to participate in professional societies and present their research at conferences and meetings, as well as participate in relevant workshops and training opportunities. Employees are likewise encouraged to mentor graduate students, participate in relevant graduate student committees, and pursue adjunct status with universities as appropriate.

Job Description

Salary:

The Akausivik Inuit Family Health Team (AIFHT) is a not-for-profit health clinic dedicated to delivering culturally competent, high-quality care to the Inuit community. AIFHT works collaboratively with federal, provincial, and local health authorities to ensure we are responsive and rooted in a model of excellence in primary care.

AIFHT is currently looking for a Research Assistant/Associate to join our team in a one-year term position (with the potential for extension). The Research Assistant/Associate will support health research activities led by our organization. This includes gathering data, preparing, and distributing surveys, supporting stakeholder engagement, and assisting in other research-related tasks. This role will be based in a medical setting and will involve both administrative and field-based research responsibilities.

The position reports to the Executive Director and receives day-to-day guidance and support from the Research Project Manager.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with the collection and management of research data.
• Conduct interviews with survey or study participants.
• Participate in consultations with stakeholders (including Inuit participants and organizations at local, regional, and national levels).
• Prepare meeting materials, schedule sessions, and take meeting minutes as needed.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records, including research and participant files.
• Assist in drafting reports, summaries, and research documentation.
• Support overall research team coordination and communication.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Post-secondary education in Health Research, Social Sciences, Office/Project Administration, or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• 1 - 2 years of experience in research or administrative roles (related experience is considered an asset).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, internet-based research tools, and basic data management.
• Knowledge of Inuit health-related challenges in a cultural context.
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic, client-facing environment.
• Fluency in Inuktitut is a strong asset.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• May be required to work occasional evening or weekend shifts depending on project needs.
• This is a full-time, term position with potential for renewal based on funding and performance.

APPLICATION DETAILS:

Preference in hiring will be given to qualified candidates with Inuit Ancestry as directly relevant to the skills and knowledge for this position. The successful candidate will be required to submit a Criminal Record Check, with Vulnerable Sector Screening.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We thank all applicants for their interest.

Job Description

Salary: $64,000 to $6,000

Acuitas Therapeutics is a private biotechnology company based in Vancouver, Canada. We are the premier global provider of LNP delivery systems for nucleic acid therapeutics. Acuitasis partnered with multiple international, biotechnology and pharmaceutical partners who are focused on bringing new vaccines and drugs into clinical development and to the marketplace.

At Acuitas Therapeutics we believe in combining excellent science with a great work culture. The advanced LNP technologies we provide to our partners are made possible by our employees who apply their passion, curiosity, and knowledge every step of the way. At Acuitas you will have the opportunity to work as part of a close-knit team of exceptional scientists, who support the development of revolutionary technology aiming to improve the health and wellness of society. By living our values, including honesty, integrity, innovation, and openness we have fostered a supportive work environment where our employees feel empowered, challenged, recognized, and rewarded.

If you would like to work for a company that is at the top of their field, Acuitas is the company for you! You can also visit our website for more information:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Job Title: Research Assistant, In Vivo Pharmacology

YOU: A committed professional with experience in laboratory animal sciences, pharmacology, biology, toxicology, immunology, biochemistry looking to develop further in an innovative, fast paced biotech environment.

US: Leading innovators in the lipid nanoparticle (LNP) field, looking for a talented individual to join our collaborative, passionate, diverse pharmaceutical focused team.

ROLE SUMMARY: Acuitas Therapeutics is seeking an experienced research assistant to work in the Preclinical Group, reporting to the Senior Research Scientist, Preclinical. The research assistant will be responsible for conducting and supporting in vivo/in vitro studies to characterize the pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics/distribution and safety of lipid nanoparticles (LNP)-nucleic acid formulations. The research assistant will be proficient/expert in routine procedures required for in vivo studies/in vitro assays and will be able to generate and follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and study protocols.

The research assistant will perform animal work located at an off-site vivarium and in vitro assays in the lab at UBC campus to support preclinical evaluation of LNP formulations. The research assistant will be expected to work independently and contribute as a valued member of the team; due to the nature of the work, a flexible work schedule may be required.

Working with the Preclinical team, the responsibilities would include:

• Execute in vivo studies/in vitro assays in support of Preclinical research projects.
• Perform routine technical procedures in rodents, such as test article administration via intravenous, intramuscular or other administration routes.
• Blood collection via CCAC-approved methods.
• Perform euthanasia, tissue collection and necropsy.
• Provide monitoring including observation and scoring of animal health and weighing animals.
• Submit monthly animal health reports.
• Coordinate sample shipment and analysis at local laboratories.
• Accurately prepare dosing materials including making calculations and dilutions.
• Administer, maintain and monitor gas anesthetics.
• Follow study protocols, animal use protocols and SOPs.
• Maintain detailed lab records which may include paper or electronic records.
• Perform other facility related procedures, such as surgical instrument preparation, record keeping, inventory maintenance, document review, and data base management.
• Experience or interest in other laboratory techniques would be an asset (e.g. in vitro assays such as ELISA, MSD, or luciferase assays).

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• Bachelors degree, plus 4 years experience, or Masters degree, plus 0-3 years experience, in Biology or a related field.
• Minimum of 1 year of industry experience, including hands-on work with murine models.
• RLAT certification is considered an asset
• A working knowledge of animal related standards, CCAC guidelines and federal, provincial, and local requirements.
• Proficiency/expertise in injections (IV, SC, IM, IP), blood and tissue sampling and rodent necropsy. Experience with lymph node and bone marrow collection is an asset.
• Ability and willingness to learn and support in vivo/in vitro assays, as assigned.
• Previous bench work experience with in vitro assays (e.g. ELISA, MSD, ELISPOT, luciferase) and data analysis is an asset.
• Attention to detail and ability to accurately document and communicate study data.
• Ability to conduct multiple projects and studies across multi-functional groups in a fast-paced environment, and to execute procedures used to evaluate LNP activity, PK/distribution, and safety.
• A high level of organization and initiative, and a proven ability to work cooperatively as well as independently and problem solve on-the-fly.
• The successful candidate must have excellent communication, organizational skills and the ability to interact positively with other team members, as well as have compassion and sensitivity for animals.
• Must be willing to travel between sites within Greater Vancouver area.
  
• Flexibility to accommodate a work schedule that may occasionally require evening or weekend work.

REMUNERATION

• Acuitas offers an annual salary of 64,000 to 86,000 and offers many perks that enhance our excellent company culture.
• Above market benefits package supplemented by a health care spending account
• 5% Matching RRSP Program