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Social Work Community Research Assistant

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Position Details

Posting Summary

Position Title Social Work Community Research Assistant
Faculty/Department Faculty of Social Work
Unit Social Work - Research
Employee Group CUPE 5791 - Research
Collective Agreement Consideration Open to the Public.
CUPE 5791 Job Family Research
Category Casual
Number of Vacancies 1
Position Summary
Location of work: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan 

Under the supervision of Dr. Fletcher, the successful applicant will work on the development and production of a youth-led podcast focusing on substance use, crystal meth, and addictions in Saskatoon and Saskatchewan. The community researcher will work in a team environment and with the support of the supervisor and a community advisory committee. The community researcher will research podcast topics, record interviews, and produce podcast episodes. 
Position Requirements
  • Strong communication skills, 
  • An interest in learning about podcast production 
  • An active community member in Saskatoon SK 
  • Preference will be given to applicants who have lived experience, and familiarity with the crystal meth crisis in Saskatoon
Physical Demands
Pay Grade As Per CUPE 5791 Research
Salary Range Per CUPE 5791 Collective Agreement
Status Term
Work Hours
12-15 hours/week
Duration (if Term/Temporary)
Full-Time/Part-Time Casual
Preference Posting
Target Posting
Additional Information

Contact Information
Dr. Kara Fletcher: Kara.Fletcher@uregina.ca
Research Administrator: Hannah.Nguyen@uregina.ca
Job Open Date 01/25/2022
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Application Instructions
Under Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) Regulations the University of Regina is required to verify that International Students are eligible to work on campus prior to being hired. To confirm this eligibility, International Students are requested to contact UR International – Student Services to obtain a “Verification of Academic Status for the Eligibility to Work on Campus” letter that must be provided to the hiring manager prior to hiring. These letters must be updated each semester and/or as circumstances change.
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 20220023A/S

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