Research Assistant

1 week ago

Surrey, Canada Kwantlen Polytechnic University Full time $23

ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE

This role reports to Tara Lyons, department of Criminology.

SUMMARY

The Research Assistant will be involved in many aspects of the community-based research project, Mapping the Surrey Drug Crisis, in coordination with the project team and the Surrey Union of Drug Users. This is a part-time position (approximately 8 hrs/week) on a 6-month-long contract with possibility of extension.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Attend Research Meetings: Attend regular research team meetings, including weekly meetings with Surrey Union of Drug Users working group, share progress and contribute to discussions.
  • Organize Research Meetings: Lead the organization of regular research team meetings, including weekly meetings with Surrey Union of Drug Users working group.
  • Coordination of Project Tasks: Assist in the organization research and administrative tasks with research team.
  • Participant Recruitment: Assist in the recruitment of research participants, which may involve reaching out to potential participants, distributing recruitment materials, etc.
  • Data Collection and Analysis: Assist in the collection, organization, and analysis of research data using appropriate methodologies and software tools.
  • Data Entry and Management: Accurately enter and manage research data in databases or spreadsheets, ensuring data integrity and security.
  • Draft Research Reports: Help in preparing research reports, summaries, and presentations.
  • Support Project Documentation: Keep detailed and accurate records of research procedures, findings, and results.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Current KPU students, preferably with prior experience in academic or applied research, either through coursework or involvement in research projects, is desirable.
  • Experience working with grassroots, democratic, and action-oriented organizations.
  • Experiences working with people who use drugs is an asset.
  • Excellent time management skills to meet project deadlines and prioritize tasks effectively.
  • Proven ability to adapt to changes in the work environment, manage competing demands and dealing with change, delays or unexpected events, keeping constant sight of the overall objectives.
  • Strong interpersonal skills including teamwork, critical thinking, and problem solving.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills to assist in writing research reports, presenting findings and communicating with team members.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently, take initiative and overcome obstacles.
  • Proven ability to recognize and maintain highest levels of confidentiality.
  • Ability to maintain poise and professionalism in all types of situations.

Salary Information

Anticipated hourly pay rate: $23.00

Note to Applicants:

Kwantlen Polytechnic University welcomes and encourages applications from equity deserving groups and diverse experiences including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community. If there are any barriers that you are experiencing or an accommodation that we can provide to support you through the application process, please reach out to us at humanresources@kpu.ca.

We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with KPU. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Kwantlen Polytechnic University is committed to protecting the safety and welfare of employees, students, and the general public, and upholding the reputation and integrity of the University. For this reason, final applicants will be asked to undergo a background check.

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