Research Assistant

3 weeks ago

London, Canada Western University Full time

**About Western**:
Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth. We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.

**About Us**:
Ivey Business School acknowledges and respects the traditional lands of the Anishinaabek, Haudenosaunee, Lunaapéewak, and Attawandaron peoples, where Western University and Ivey Business School are located. This land continues to be home to diverse Indigenous peoples, whom we recognize as contemporary stewards of the land and vital contributors of the community.

**Responsibilities**:
Innovation North is a community of researchers and industry partners who are co-creating a new approach to innovation. Together, we are fuelled by the belief that we can create a future where businesses and society thrive together.

Who you are

You are innovative and creative, and enthusiastic about learning and sharing what inspires you. You are an exceptional communicator, both verbally and in writing, able to explain research findings and contribute to team writing projects. You also are an exceptional executer, ensuring assignments are completed on time and with attention to detail. You are a strong team player who can execute a variety of research and administrative tasks. You are interested in systems thinking and bring a broad knowledge of the world to your work.

**Responsibilities**:
The Research Assistant will support Innovation North’s research projects and activities by:

- Researching, analyzing and synthesizing information from an array of sources such as academic journals, business reports, news articles, and data sets
- Observing and transcribing interviews with individual stakeholders to get a deeper understanding of the research problem and potential actions
- Drafting and formatting project deliverables such as literature reviews, environmental scans, gap analyses, briefing notes, final reports, and presentations
- Participating in internal research team meetings by presenting key research findings and potential recommendations for project clients
- Ensuring research data (e.g. research documents, video recordings) is stored safe and securely in compliance with Research Ethics requirements
- Collaborating with other research assistants and researchers to ensure tasks are completed on time
- Providing administrative support such as booking meetings and interviews as needed

**Qualifications**:
**Education**:
Must be a full time student at Western (enrolled in minimum 3.5 courses), and expect to retain full-time student status for the duration of this appointment

**Experience**:
Previous work experience in a similar role or within the department

Skills, Abilities & Expertise:

- Self-learner who is interested in sustainability and systems thinking, while constantly exposing themselves to new ideas
- Detail-oriented with an ability to function and process information with high levels of accuracy
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for both academic and business audiences
- Strong critical thinking and time management skills
- Personable and courteous in working relationships with researchers, practice partners and key stakeholders
- Ability to work independently and effectively as a member of the team
- Comfortable analyzing data such as reports, media articles, interview transcripts, and academic journals
- Tech savvy - familiar with Microsoft Office, project management software (e.g. Basecamp), collaboration tools (e.g. Miro), and data visualization techniques
- Note that this position is expected to be filled by reappointment

**Why Western?**:
Consideration of applicants will include an assessment of previous performance, experience, and qualifications. Applicants should have oral communication skills in English.

**Western Values Diversity**:
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources or phone 519-661-2194.

**Please Note**:
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

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