Lab Operations Assistant

SAIT’s Applied Research and Innovation Services department helps partners conceptualize, prototype and deliver products to market. ARIS is on the leading edge of novel technology development. As one of Canada’s top applied-research colleges, SAIT has 50,000 square feet of specialized research labs, facilities, and full-time research staff who are solely dedicated to providing the services organizations need to take their products from concept to prototype. 

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity exists to join the ARIS team in the role of Lab Operations Assistant in our Imperial Energy Innovation Centre Campus at Quarry Park. SAIT is seeking a professional, customer-focused individual to provide comprehensive administrative and operational support to facilitate the smooth and efficient functioning of applied research activities within the department and SAIT. The Lab Operations Assistant primarily supports the team with administrative tasks and operational support of the facilities, managing departmental records, coordinating meetings and events, and communicating with internal and external stakeholders. The Lab Operations Assistant also plays an important role helping to promote the work of ARIS and the industry we serve through communications with industry partners and students, connecting them with SAIT’s expertise and resources for applied research and project development.

Job Classification: Administrative Assistant II

Salary Range : $50,523.20 - $62,316.80

Hours per week : 40

Posting End Date: Sept 5th, 2025

About SAIT

 

SAIT is a global leader in applied education. Named one of Alberta’s Top Employers , we offer the chance to work with a purpose — preparing the next generation of industry leaders, entrepreneurs, advocates and explorers.

 

Building on our 100+ year history, we’re looking for innovative, bold and collaborative employees who embrace change and deliver world-class customer experiences. Your future starts now at SAIT.

 

Equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) is essential to achieving SAIT’s vision to be a global leader in applied education. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, people from gender and sexually diverse communities, and/or people with intersectional identities. Learn more about EDI at SAIT.

At SAIT, we understand that experience comes in many forms. We’re dedicated to adding diverse perspectives to SAIT - so if your experience is close to what we’re looking for, please consider applying.

SAIT is committed to supporting persons with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. We will work with applicants to provide accommodations upon request to the Talent Advisor. 

 

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