Job Description

Reporting to the Principal Investigator, the Research Assistant (RA) will act as the main link between the industry partners and researchers; participate in the different research tasks of the project, applying a range of skills in data analytics; assist with the supervision and coordination of the different students involved in the research tasks of the project; and make significant contributions to scientific publications concerning the research.
Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the work carried out by the PhD students involved in the project and assist in supervising the students, in coordination with the PIs of the project.
• Maintain close contact with key contact points at the industry partners to ensure a tight collaboration exists between the different partners.
• Maintain a strong culture of communication among the different partners (industry and research).
• Implement strategies to ensure communication is effective (e.g. planning of regular meetings, sharing of information and results, making strong contributions to publications, etc.)
• Together with the research team, participate in the implementation of the different data analytics solutions for the tasks of the project.

Note

The successful applicant will be eligible for hybrid work (combination of in-person work on campus and remote work) as agreed by all parties based on operational requirements and university guidelines.

Dalhousie's vaccine mandate has been suspended at this time, and employees no longer need to provide proof of full vaccination. However, health and safety risks to our community will continue to be monitored and a vaccine mandate may be reinstated if necessary.
Required Qualifications

• PhD in Computer Science, Mathematics or Physics with 5 years of related experience.
• Strong experience in working on research projects, as well as strong data science knowledge, particularly in the R or Python languages. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as leadership skills.
• Strong team-work capabilities as well as ability to work independently.

Assets

• Experience in projects related with the aquaculture industry. Experience in the supervision of graduate students.

Additional Information

Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a voluntary RRSP, health and dental plans and an employee and family assistance program.
Application Consideration

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Diversity Statement

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi'kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQ+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit .

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1
Open Date 10/27/2022
Close Date 12/02/2022
Open Until Filled No
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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents * Resume / Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Optional Documents * Cover Letter