Graduate Research Assistant

2 weeks ago


Charlottetown, Canada University of Prince Edward Island Full time

A graduate student is required on a short-term basis for assistance in the preparation of SSHRC Grants which must be submitted on February 1, 2025. The Insight Development Grant will require graduate level student assistance.

**RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Contribute directly to undertaking research
- Assist with the writing of the research of several sections of the proposal in tandem with the lead researcher

**QUALIFICATIONS**:

- Must be a current UPEI graduate student in good standing
- Strong research skills
- Ability to create annotated bibliographies and contribute to drafting a literature review for a research proposal

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.



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