University research assistant NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for university research assistant.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for university research assistant is 41201 (Post-secondary teaching and research assistants), a TEER 1 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry. It's eligible for researchers category draws.
NOC code
41201
TEER 1 · skilled
High-wage
Not listed
No extra CRS points
Category draws
researchers
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 41201 covers
Post-secondary teaching and research assistants assist university professors, community college and CEGEP teachers and other faculty members in teaching and research activities at universities and colleges.
| Unit group | 41201 — Post-secondary teaching and research assistants |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 1 — usually requires a university degree |
| Broad category | Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Post-secondary teaching assistants
- Organize reference materials, visual aids and other materials as required by university professors or college teachers for lectures
- Conduct seminars, discussion groups and laboratory sessions to supplement lectures
- Assist in the preparation and administration of examinations
- Grade examinations, term papers and laboratory reports.
- Research assistants
To use NOC 41201 on an Express Entry profile or reference letter, your duties should match the lead statement and most of the main duties. See every duty and the full Express Entry breakdown for NOC 41201 →
Other job titles under NOC 41201
- College laboratory assistant
- College teaching assistant
- Post-secondary research assistant
- Graduate assistant - university
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 41201, one of these may fit better:
- Aerospace research scientist — NOC 21100 (Physicists and astronomers, TEER 1)
- Chemical research technician — NOC 22100 (Chemical technologists and technicians, TEER 2)
- Compensation research analyst — NOC 11200 (Human resources professionals, TEER 1)
- Financial services research associate — NOC 11101 (Financial and investment analysts, TEER 1)
- Health policy research analyst — NOC 41404 (Health policy researchers, consultants and program officers, TEER 1)
- Human resources research officer — NOC 11200 (Human resources professionals, TEER 1)
- Market research service manager — NOC 10029 (Other business services managers, TEER 0)
- Research audiologist — NOC 31112 (Audiologists and speech-language pathologists, TEER 1)
Calculate your CRS score → · All job titles A–Z · High-wage list
Sources: Statistics Canada, NOC 2021 Version 1.0 (example titles and duties); IRCC high-wage occupations and category-based selection lists. Check the official NOC site before you apply.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NOC code for university research assistant?+
In NOC 2021, "university research assistant" is an example title in unit group 41201 — Post-secondary teaching and research assistants. It is a TEER 1 occupation in the "Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services" broad category.
Is university research assistant eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 41201 is TEER 1, which IRCC counts as skilled work experience for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class — provided your actual duties match the NOC description and you meet every other program requirement.
Does university research assistant get extra CRS points?+
NOC 41201 isn't on IRCC's high-wage list, so there are no extra high-wage or job offer points. Canadian work-length points still apply for TEER 0–3 work.
Can a university research assistant get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
Yes — NOC 41201 is on IRCC's list for Researchers with Canadian work experience. You generally need have accumulated, within the past 3 years, at least 12 months of full-time work experience (or an equal amount of part-time experience) — this experience does not need to be continuous.
What if my job title says university research assistant but my duties are different?+
IRCC assesses your duties, not your job title. Compare what you actually do with the lead statement and main duties of NOC 41201. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.