Job Description

Research Assistant

Primary Purpose: Assist with drafting and compiling health system literature and manuscript preparation for publication.

Nature of Work: Within a team environment, the candidate would synthesize and analyze literature for the development of program theories regarding clinical pathways, prepare succinct knowledge translation documents, and assist with writing and preparing of funding proposals. You may be asked to assist with other tasks as deemed necessary. Weekly reporting to principal investigator and team lead. Standard work hours with flexibility. Independent and collaborative work expected.

Typical Duties or Accountabilities: Assist with literature review and synthesis, data analysis, and reporting. Deliverables as discussed with PI and team lead.

Qualifications

Education: Master\'s or PhD.

Experience: 2 years post-degree preferred.

Skills: Advanced writing skills, proficiency with Microsoft Office and qualitative and quantitative data analysis software. Experience with literature analysis and synthesis. Effective interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills. Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Self-directed and able to work independently.

Inquiries regarding this position can be directed to Tracey Carr at tracey.carr@usask.ca .

Department: Community Hlth & Epidemiology
Status: Term 12 months with the possibility of extension
Employment Group: Research Positions - Non-union
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0
Salary: The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
Posted Date: 7/27/2023
Closing Date: 8/16/2023
Number of Openings: 1
Work Location: May be eligible for hybrid work under the terms of USask\'s Alternative Workspace Guidelines

The successful applicant will be required to provide the following current verification(s) where \'Yes\' is indicated below. Further information is available at:

Criminal Record Check: Not Applicable
Driver\'s License and Abstract Check: Not Applicable
Education/Credential Verification: Not Applicable
Vulnerable Sector Check: Not Applicable 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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