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Research Assistants are normally students, in a University of Winnipeg undergraduate program, employed to assist with tasks related to research. Work is performed within defined guidelines and under supervision of a more senior researcher or faculty member. Position Overview: As an undergraduate student, the selected candidate will work under the supervision of the Research Associate in the field of paleoanthropology and paleoarchaeology. Studies will be conducted using 3D models obtained from computed tomography scans, involving the use of various software programs for model reconstruction and analysis, as well as 3D printing techniques for model reproduction. The selected candidate will also perform various tasks related to the inventory of archaeological specimens in the laboratory. Duties: Assist in data collection, data entry, analysis, and interpretation. Assist with duties related to the production of articles, publications, reports and presentations. Perform academic research, standard tests and experiments including: Data processing from CT scans. Segmenting skeletal tissues to generate 3D meshes. 3D printing. Perform sample identification, classification, and record to improve sample traceability. Maintain and manage databases and research materials. Perform other duties as required or assigned. Qualifications: Must be a full-time student at The University of Winnipeg. Must be enrolled in the Bioanthropology program at The University of Winnipeg. Completed courses: ANTH-1003 Introductory Biological Anthropology and Archaeology, ANTH-2300 Method and Theory in Biological Anthropology, ANTH-3308 Human Evolution. Familiarity with MIRA-HOPE Laboratory projects. Familiarity with Human Osteology. Basic knowledge of photogrammetry and 3D reconstruction. Familiar with geometric morphometrics analysis. Prior experience in research preferred. Familiar with software like: Amira 3D, Fiji/ImageJ, 3D Slicer, Creality Halot Mage Pro and Halotbox. Familiar with Lab Inventory process and database management. Excellent communication skills. Ability to follow oral and written instructions, procedures, and regulations. Ability to work to deadlines and under moderate pressure. Ability to work in an unsupervised environment, and to work effectively on team-based projects. Familiarity with Lab work safety policies and procedure. Excellent organization and time management skills. Strong interpersonal skills. Attention to detail. Condition(s) of Employment: Must be legally entitled to work in Canada. The period of work will be from February 9, June 26, 2026 and the estimated total hours of work will be hours. Note : This position is represented by the Public Service Alliance of Canada - Research Capacity Unit. Note: The work described in this posting will be conducted in-person. The University of Winnipeg is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognizes that a diverse staff and faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research environments, and is essential to academic and institutional excellence. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and encourage women, racialized persons, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ persons to confidentially self-identify at time of application. The University of Winnipeg is committed to ensuring employment opportunities are accessible for all applicants. If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact The personal information of applicants is collected under the authority of the University of Winnipeg Act and 36(1)(b) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. All personal information collected via the recruitment process is used to assess the applicant''s suitability, eligibility, and qualifications for employment, and to otherwise support recruitment activities. This information will be provided to participating members of the recruitment process. Questions regarding the collection of your personal information may be directed to the Director, HR Services, 515 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2E9 or