Job Description

The Faculty of Education at the University of Prince Edward Island seeks a part-time (10 hours per week x until end of April 2026, with possible extension) Graduate Research Assistant (RA) reporting directly to the Graduate Studies Coordinator, and indirectly to the Dean. The selected candidate must be available to work on-site and online, following a flexible schedule.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Support Faculty researchers in completing administrative tasks relating to their research programs (e.g., ethics submission, completing drafts of expense claim forms, draft survey development, knowledge mobilization) Aid Faculty researchers in the preparation of literature reviews and other research development activities Organize a monthly Graduate Education Seminar Series and Graduate Education Journal Club, eg., survey interests, arrange speakers, prepare notices for distribution Search and disseminate information on graduate student research funding, eg., pilot project funds, travel funds, awards, bursaries, scholarships Search and disseminate information on graduate student support services, eg., Accessibility, Writing, Counseling, Online technology support Aid the Graduate Studies Coordinator and Dean with a variety of tasks (e.g., substantive revisions to policy documents, assist with recruitment and admissions tasks, particularly with social media)

QUALIFICATIONS:

Currently enrolled in either the MEd or PhD program in Educational Studies at UPEI Research experience, with preference given to applicants with experience of both quantitative and qualitative Ability to read and write in French would be considered an asset

This position is covered by a Collective Agreement between the Public Service Alliance of Canada and the University of Prince Edward Island. Priority will be given to University of Prince Edward Island students.