Job Description

Graduate Research Assistant to support a funded research project, College of NursingThe University is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion, and are proud to support career opportunities for Indigenous Peoples to reflect the community we serve. We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Only Indigenous candidates will be considered for this position. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the deybwewin | taapwaywin | tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policy and Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. is a condition of employment and a requirement to hold this position and the successful candidate must maintain those conditions throughout their employment.Primary Purpose: The successful candidate will join a MITACS funded project on homelessness in Prince Albert. In the appointment of Research Assistant, your general duties and responsibilities will be research. You will be engaged in data collection and analysis, literature review and other research support and assistance for this funded project.Nature of Work: A successful candidate will be expected to be self-directed and able to work independently, as well as with other members of the research team. The work will primarily occur in-person at the University of Saskatchewan, Prince Albert campus, with remote and on-site work required as well. This casual position is for one year. You will report to Dr. Geoffrey Maina.Required Number of Hours: 260 hours during the academic term or 16 hours per week
Duration of Employment: specific start and end dates.Qualifications (Skills and Abilities)
Applicants should be a current student registered in a master\'s program.Experience: Relevant experience with research support (data collection, data analysis and report writing). Previous experience conducting qualitative and quantitative health related and community participatory research.Skills:

• effective organizational skills and the acumen to handle complex situations and competing deadlines;
• ability to establish and maintain the level of professional relationships that support exceptional collaboration;
• exemplary interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written;
• sound judgment, discretion, diplomacy, and professional integrity;
• emotional intelligence;
• ability to understand several qualitative and quantitative methodologies;
• ability to gather, track, analyze, and present information utilizing advanced features in programs such as Microsoft Office, SPSS, NVivo;
• ability to identify issues and then develop and implement creative and outcomes oriented solutions;
• ability to work effectively in a team-oriented and diverse environment;
• ability to work independently; and attention to detail.

To Apply:
Interested applicants must include the following in their application: cover letter, curriculum vitae, other documents you require (references, publications, etc.).
Inquiries for this position can be directed to Dr. Geoffrey Maina at .Where a graduate student is appointed to this position, it will be in scope of PSAC.Department: College of Nursing
Status: Casual
Employment Group: Graduate Students - PSAC
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 0.8
Salary: The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
Salary Family (if applicable):
Salary Phase/Band: Salary Band 4
Posted Date: 9/20/2024
Closing Date: 10/3/2024
Number of Openings: 1
Work Location: On Campus
The University is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion, and are proud to support career opportunities for Indigenous peoples to reflect the community we serve. We are dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich our work and learning environments. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We are committed to providing accommodations to those with a disability or medical necessity. If you require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request. We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the and Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation. The University of Saskatchewan\'s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the M\xc3\xa9tis. We pay our respects to the First Nations and M\xc3\xa9tis ancestors of this place and reaffirm our relationship with one another. Together, we are uplifting Indigenization to a place of prominence at the University of Saskatchewan.

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