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Lab Technologist Summer Student

Alberta Innovates

Job Posting Information

  • Job Term: 2025 - 2026
  • Position Type: Full Time
  • Position Term: Summer
  • Location: Vegreville, AB
  • Position Start Date: Monday, May 4, 2026
  • Position End Date: Friday, August 28, 2026
  • Minimum Education Required: Some Post-Secondary
  • All Areas of Study: No

Job Description:

  • InnoTech Alberta is seeking a Summer Student (Lab Technologist) to support work that advances research, innovation, and technology development in Alberta.
  • If you are looking for work that goes beyond a job description, InnoTech Alberta offers the chance to contribute to research and innovation that has real impact.
  • Employment Status: Casual - Term (4 month length)
  • Location: Vegreville | Work Model: On-site
  • Bargaining unit position

The Opportunity

InnoTech Alberta is looking to provide meaningful work experience to students who are currently enrolled in any recognized post-secondary educational institutions. As a Summer Student you will provide support as a Laboratory Technologist and work on environmental genomics projects with our Environmental Impacts team, based out of Vegreville, Alberta.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for duties that will include:

  • This position will support multiple genomics projects, including large collaborative projects between multiple organizations (e.g., the Alberta Biodiversity Monitoring Institute, Ducks Unlimited Canada, University of Alberta), and industry-funded projects.

Additional responsibilities as required

Qualifications and Skills

  • Post-secondary student in Environmental Science, Ecology, Genetics, Biochemistry, or a related discipline, with experience in a lab environment.
  • Ability to perform precise repetitive tasks accurately according to given protocols.
  • Experience operating PCR, qPCR, or other molecular biology lab techniques.
  • Experience with environmental DNA would be an asset.
  • Strong communication skills and proactive mindset.
  • Ability to work extended days in the laboratory (long periods of standing or sitting, repetitive tasks, etc.).
  • Working with chemicals, laboratory equipment, etc., requires safe practices and attention to detail.
  • If the student wants to gain experience with some of our other projects, there may be additional physical demands associated with greenhouse or field work, for example.

What We Offer

InnoTech Alberta offers a total rewards package designed to support both professional growth and personal wellbeing. Depending on employment status, this may include:

  • Competitive compensation aligned with internal classification and pay bands
  • Comprehensive benefits, including health and dental coverage and pension benefits
  • Vacation starting at three weeks, plus paid time-off programs that support balance
  • Opportunities for learning and professional development
  • A respectful, inclusive work environment that values collaboration and diverse perspectives
  • Flexible work arrangements, where operationally feasible
  • (Benefits do not apply to casual roles.)

You will work in a professional, collaborative environment where accountability, curiosity, and continuous improvement are valued, and where your work supports outcomes that matter to Albertans.

Other Information:

Privacy Statement

The personal information collected in the application process is for recruitment and hiring purposes only. This collection is authorized under section 4(c) of the Protection of Privacy Act.

Employment Equity

InnoTech Alberta is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Bargaining Unit Information

  • Employment Status: Casual
  • Hours (bi-weekly): up to 36.25 hours every week
  • Classification: TB
  • Pay Grade: 04
  • Hourly Wage: $21.56 - $26.95

Application Information

  • Application Deadline: March 31, 2026 11:59 PM
  • Application Requirements: Cover Letter, Resume, Other

How to Apply

Interested and qualified applicants are encouraged to submit:

  • A cover letter
  • A resume
  • Any additional supporting documents that demonstrate suitability for the role
  • Applications must be submitted by March 31, 2026.
  • The successful candidate will be required to undergo a security clearance and provide credible references.

Application Method:

  • Apply through Employer website