Graduate Student Research Assistant
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Applicants must include a cover letter that shows the qualifications and the skill sets. They also must include a recent resume/CV, a sample publication, and contact information for 3 references.
Position Details
Posting Summary
Position Title | Graduate Student Research Assistant |
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Faculty/Department | Johnson Shoyama Graduate School |
Unit | Johnson Shoyama Graduate School |
Employee Group | CUPE 2419 |
CUPE 5791 Job Family | N/A |
Category | Student |
Number of Vacancies | 1 |
Position Summary | The position will involve working at Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy, Regina Campus. This position involves providing support for a project funded by CIHR around cross-sectoral collaboration to improve outcomes for children/youth in vulnerable contexts using TRiP (The Regina intersectoral Partnership) as a case study. Here you will join a team that is conducting a formative process evaluation of TRiP activities. This position will include training and professional development opportunities as well as potential travel opportunities. Primary Duties and Responsibilities The successful applicant will: · Assist with conducting interviews and focus groups · Analyse interview data using NVIVO 12 · Collect and analyse policy documents · Write a comprehensive research report · Assist with writing plain language briefing notes · Write a policy brief · Support with conference presentations · Assist with organizing virtual policy roundtables · Assist with conducting a scoping reivew · Communicate with project stakeholders · Prepare manuscripts for publication at peer-reviewed journals |
Position Requirements | · PhD student in public/population health or a relevant social science discipline · Strong skills in collecting and analyzing qualitative data · Experience writing reports for public dissemination · Experience writing and submitting manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals · Experience and proficiency with qualitative software (NVivo), citation and bibliographic software (EndNote), Canva, as well as Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) are significant assets. · Strong search skills in different electronic academic databases (PubMed, MEDLINE, Web of Science, EMBASE, EBSCO, Scopus) as well as grey literature sources · Experience of conducting scoping reviews is a significant asset. · Strong communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills · Excellent organizational skills, time management and problem-solving skills with the ability to meet conflicting priorities and balance multiple projects · Strong commitment to accuracy and attention to details · Ability to communicate effectively with policy-makers and decision-makers |
Physical Demands | |
Pay Grade | As Per CUPE 2419 |
Salary Range | As Per CUPE 2419 |
Status | Casual |
Work Hours | The successful applicant should be available to start work immediately. Hours of work are to be determined in consultation with the supervisor. |
Duration (if Term/Temporary) | To March 10, 2024 |
Full-Time/Part-Time | Casual |
Preference Posting | |
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Additional Information
Contact Information | |
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Job Open Date | 03/10/2023 |
Job Close Date | |
Open Until Filled | Yes |
Special Application Instructions | Applicants must include a cover letter that shows the qualifications and the skill sets. They also must include a recent resume/CV, a sample publication, and contact information for 3 references. |
Diversity Statement | The University of Regina is committed to an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the community that we serve. The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including individuals within the University’s employment equity categories of women, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, individuals of diverse gender and sexual orientation and all groups protected by the Human Rights Code. |
Competition Number | 20221352SS |
Reference Letter
Reference Letter
Minimum References | 3 |
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Maximum References |
Supplemental Questions
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Documents Required
Required Documents
- Resume/Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter
- Reference Contact Info
- Sample Research Publication 1