Research Assistant: Biafra Mass Starvation

2 months ago


Winnipeg, Canada University of Winnipeg Full time

Research Assistants are normally students, in a University of Winnipeg undergraduate program, employed to assist with tasks related to research. Work is performed within defined guidelines and under supervision of a more senior researcher or faculty member.

**Position Overview**:
This project is part of a broader research into the cultural representations of Biafra mass starvation. The present project explores the visual cultures of Biafra mass starvation including photography, film, artwork, monuments/memorials, and memorabilia. The project aims to identify, collect, and interrogate visual cultural representations of Biafra mass starvation victims.

I am looking for an experienced researcher who will work with me as a research assistant (RA) to achieve the current project's objectives. My ideal RA is a versatile researcher with some experience in visual cultural research, data collection and annotation. Some familiarity with the history of Biafra will be given preference.

**Duties**:

- Assist in research review/evaluation, data collection and annotation, and analysis
- Assist in the review of relevant literature
- Assist in preparing reports, presentations, and manuscripts for publication
- Participating in meetings/discussions related to the research
- Performing any other relevant tasks as required or assigned

**Qualifications**:

- Must have a minimum completed undergraduate degree.
- Preference will be given to an experienced researcher in humanities or social sciences with knowledge or experience of visual cultures and some familiarity with Biafra.

**Condition(s) of Employment**:

- **Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.**

The period of work will be from **December 1, 2024 - February 28, 2025**, and the estimated total hours of work will be **0 - 90 hours**.

**_ Note_**_: This position is represented by the Public Service Alliance of Canada - Research Capacity Unit._

**Note**: The work described in this posting will be conducted remotely/in-person.


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