Applications are to be received by: 4:30 p.m. on September 7, 2026 or until filled

Classification:Student Assistant II

Employee Group:PSAC

Job Title:Lab Assistant

Department: Physics & Astronomy

Wage:$17.63 per hour

Hours of Work:up to 4 hours per week for up to 10 weeks

Start Date:September 14, 2026

Number of Positions Available: 2

Length of Appointment:until December 14, 2026

Course title and number: 74.151 General Physics I

Date Issued:August 31, 2026

Duties:

The Department of Physics and Astronomy invites applications for Student Assistants for the following courses during the Fall 2026 term:

74:151 General Physics I (Z01) Lab Assistant Up to 4 hrs per wk for up to 10 wks

74:151 General Physics I (Z02) Lab Assistant Up to 4 hrs per wk for up to 10 wks The successful candidates will lay out lab equipment before labs, answer student questions during lab periods, put away equipment after lab periods, and other relevant duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Experience:

- Successful completion of course(s) for which they are applying
- Demonstrated success in other Physics courses
- Ability to meet deadlines (reliable and punctual)
- Good communication skills
- Ability to understand and explain experimental procedures

To Apply: Apply in writing with a cover letter that shows clearly for which position(s)



you would like to be considered, your experience, and how you meet the above qualifications. Please submit your application with any supporting documentation to: Dr. Todd Fugleberg, Associate Professor and Chair, Department of Physics and Astronomy, Brandon University; 270 – 18th Street; Brandon, MB; R7A 6A9; e-mail: [email protected] .

Brandon University is committed to equity, welcomes diversity, and hires on the basis of merit. All qualified individuals who may contribute to the diversification of the University, especially women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, racialized persons, and persons of all sexual orientations and genders are encouraged to apply.

Canadian citizens and permanent residents are given priority. Evidence of citizenship must be provided.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment. This starts with the hiring process. If you require an accommodation during any phase of the evaluation process, please advise HR at [email protected]. All information received related to an accommodation is kept confidential. To ensure this employment prospect is accessible to all interested individuals, this posting is available in an alternate format upon request.

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