Educational Technologist, Respiratory Therapy Program (Temporary Part Time)

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At NAIT, we’re passionate about building a team of talented, dedicated professionals who share our commitment to excellence and innovation. Your skills and experience can shape the future of education and make a real impact in our community.

If this opportunity feels like the right fit for you, we encourage you to apply and join us in creating a brighter future – together.

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To ensure your application is received, submit no later than 11:59pm MST the day prior to the posting end date.

Internal NAIT Employees

Current NAIT employees are welcome to apply for this opportunity. To be considered, please submit your application through the NAIT Jobs Hub rather than the external career site.

Please Note: This is a temporary position, ending on or before August 27, 2027, with the possibility of extension.

This is advanced technical work performed in support of instructional departments and related programs at NAIT. Responsibilities include complex repair, maintenance, and calibration of diverse and sophisticated laboratory and test equipment. Employees assess and recommend acceptance of new equipment based on unit specifications and instructional requirements. The work frequently involves designing, fabricating, adapting, and modifying equipment and processes for use in instructional laboratories and demonstration experiments, including determining experimental limits and calculating design parameters.

Employees may coordinate or supervise others when tasks require collective effort.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in maintenance and calibration of lab/clinic equipment

• Ensure lab safety

• Ensure the work area is in safe and clean condition

• Liaise with other programs when required

• Procure, prepare, setup and dismantle lab exercises

• Assist with maintaining Standard Operating Procedures and safety manuals when required

• Collaborate with team members and other departments to ensure laboratory success

• Set up and take down of laboratory resources and equipment as required

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and calibrate equipment/instrumentation to manufacturers’ standards in compliance with program specifications

• Maintain accurate records of, and communicate all maintenance service calls and follow-up

• Provide advanced operating, troubleshooting, and maintenance support to the programs

• Perform quality control procedures

• Assist in the ordering and sourcing of supplies and expendable items, and maintain related inventory records

• Actively participate in business plan objectives as identified by the institute and school

• Utilize regular feedback to identify and implement improvements

• Engage in professional development activities

• Attend staff and committee meetings

Skills & Abilities

• Strong oral and written communication

• Strong interpersonal skills

• Strong time management and organizational skills

• Initiative and ability to work independently

• Knowledge of computers and use of Microsoft suite of programs

• Ability to lift 20-45lbs unassisted

• Ability to stand and walk for 7.25 hours

• Ability to physically perform standard Respiratory Therapy work

• Ability to work flexible hours and assignments

• A solid working knowledge of clinical settings, safety standards, and equipment operations and maintenance in the Respiratory Therapy field.

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12

• Diploma in a health-related field, Respiratory Therapy diploma preferred

• 2 - 5 years of related diversified industry experience recommended

Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services (WES), International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) or the Comparative Education Services (CES).

Classification - Educational Laboratory Technologist III

This position is covered by the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) Collective Agreement.

Remuneration Refer to salary range noted on this posting, plus a comprehensive benefits package.

Note: Remuneration for part-time positions will be pro-rated based on FTE (full-time equivalent).

The compensation range for this job posting is : $65,130.30 - $86,868.96

NAIT is committed to a transparent, fair, and human-centered hiring experience. All candidates are assessed directly by our recruitment and hiring teams.

About NAIT

We are known as one of Alberta’s top employers. Being part of a community that makes a difference in the lives of students, staff, industry clients and partners, NAIT’s culture reflects our shared values of respect, collaboration, celebration, creativity, and accountability.

People are what make NAIT great, and we prioritize the employee experience. For eligible positions, we offer benefits and unique perks focusing on health and wellness, work-life balance, recognition, and professional and personal growth. In addition to excellent vacation time, eligible employees receive paid time off between Christmas and New Year’s.

NAIT supports a flexible work environment, enabling staff to request approval for on-campus, off-site, or hybrid work arrangements based on the nature of the role. Please note that remote positions require employees to reside within Canada.

NAIT is committed to fostering a safe environment that supports equity and cultivates inclusion through our Centre for Community and Belonging (CCB) and our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Strategy. We are a proud partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion. While we encourage all qualified applicants to apply, only those being considered will be contacted. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please connect with us at careers@nait.ca.

Please submit a resume and cover letter to be considered for this opportunity.