Job Description

Research Assistant - 2 Term positions

Indigenous Health Studies

Regina Campus



The First Nations University of Canada (FNUniv) allows students of all nations to learn in an environment of First Nations cultures and values. The University continues to uphold its mission of enhancing the quality of life and preserving, protecting, and interpreting First Nations people's history, language, culture, and artistic heritage. FNUniv is a unique learning place specializing in Indigenous knowledge and providing post-secondary education for Indigenous and non-Indigenous students within a culturally supportive environment.



The First Nations University of Canada is a federated college of the University of Regina, and its academic programs are accredited through that institution.



FNUniv's values include wisdom, respect, humility, sharing, harmony, beauty, strength, and spirituality.

Empowering Indigenous Students:

A Community-based Approach to Enhancing Mental Health Knowledge and Efficacy, RP#178



This project concerns mental health knowledge and the empowerment of Indigenous students to take action toward better mental health and doing so in a culturally appropriate way.

The current project will first get a panel together so that we can propose a program (new CIHR funded project) that would function to improve mental health knowledge from an Indigenous perspective and empower students to learn about mental health options that are not steeped in colonialism and will inform them about culturally consistent intervention options and where to seek them.

Duties:

The student liaison will canvass Indigenous students to be a part of a panel/meeting in late March 2025 The student will report to Dr Norma Dunning about the interest of Indigenous students to gather as a group to discuss Indigenous methods of mental health support The student liaison will aid in the preparation of a survey to be distributed during the March gathering The student liaison will act as a note taker at this event The student liaison will help with the setting up and taking down of meeting requirements (tables, chairs, aid the Elders present, set up a whiteboard)

Qualifications:

Registered student of First Nations University of Canada Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) would be an asset. Strong organizational skills Strong written communication skills

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply online at www.fnuniv.ca.

Closing Date:

February 26, 2025



We would like to thank you for your interest and to all those that applied; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The First Nations University of Canada relies on section 48 of The Saskatchewan Human Rights Code to give preference in employment for this position. Please indicate your status in your cover letter or resume.



Questions regarding this opportunity can be directed by email at humanresources@firstnationsuniversity.ca We wish to express our appreciation to all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. However, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.