Research Assistant

21 hours ago

Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada The University of British Columbia Full time

Company Overview

The University of British Columbia is a world-renowned institution dedicated to advancing knowledge and fostering excellence in research, teaching, and learning. Our mission is to inspire a culture of innovation, collaboration, and intellectual curiosity that benefits society as a whole.

Salary

We are pleased to offer a competitive salary of $25.00 per hour for this part-time position. This rate reflects the market conditions and requirements of the job.

Job Description

This Research Assistant role is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a sociocultural-ecological study investigating how ecological systems, culture, behavior, cognitive-information processing styles, and psychological temperament interact and influence violent individuals. As a key member of our research team, you will work closely with Dr. Edward Taylor to design, implement, and analyze data for this project. Your responsibilities will include conducting complex literature searches, identifying and summarizing findings from articles, documents, and web information, collecting and analyzing data, preparing and presenting research findings, and collaborating with the team to develop research questions and interpret results.

Required Skills and Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you must possess a strong academic background in social work, psychology, or a related social science field. You should have current enrollment in the MSW program at UBCO and experience conducting literature searches and writing literature reviews. Excellent reading, comprehension, and writing skills are essential, as well as the ability to search the web for applicable literature and interviews, work collaboratively with the team leader and other R.A.s, and participate in writing articles for publication. Familiarity with databases and spreadsheets is also required, and preference is given to individuals who have experience using qualitative and quantitative analysis software.

Benefits

In addition to the competitive salary, this role offers opportunities for professional growth and development, as well as the chance to contribute to meaningful research that can positively impact society. You will work in a dynamic and collaborative environment, with access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources. As a valued member of our team, you will receive support and guidance throughout your tenure, helping you to achieve your full potential.

Others

Please note that this is a part-time position, requiring approximately 20 hours of work per week. The ideal candidate will be available to work until October or November 2024, and will be willing to remain with the project until completion. If you are passionate about research, enjoy working in a collaborative environment, and are eager to contribute to a groundbreaking study, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

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