Research Assistant

1 week ago


Richmond, Canada Kwantlen Polytechnic University Full time

Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) is more than just a place to learn; it's a university powered by the people who live and work here—students, staff, and faculty alike. As one of BC’s Top Employers, we strive to implement initiatives that will attract, support, engage, and retain KPU’s people and create an environment where all employees see themselves as contributing to student learning. Join us today and transform your future

**Competition ID**:

- 3947**Internal Closing Date**:

- Open Until Filled**External Closing Date**:

- Open Until Filled**# of Openings**:

- 1- **Salary Information**:

- Casual Employee - Hourly Rate**Employment Type**:

- Temporary Part Time**Workplace Type**:

- Hybrid**Travel Frequency**:
**Employee Group**:

- Casual Employee**Days of Work (BCGEU)**:
**Hours of Work (BCGEU)**:
**Hours per Week (BCGEU)**:
**ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE**

This role reports to Dr. Kent Mullinix, Director of the Institute for Sustainable Food Systems.

**SUMMARY**

The Research Assistant has a supportive role in carrying out research and administrative support under the supervision of ISFS Director and research associates. This is an educational role with the intent of providing learning opportunities and practical training to the intern. Under the support of an academic advisor, this intern will work with a select industry partner to investigate issues of interest such as food system labour challenges, supply chain vulnerability and food system resiliency.

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Assist in primary and secondary data collection for the research project as outlined in the Mitacs internship proposal
- Assist in the preparation of reports and other documents as required
- Attend research team meetings and stakeholder meetings as required
- Provide support to ISFS research team and other departmental events as required
- Any other duties as assigned

**QUALIFICATIONS**
- Currently enrolled in a post-secondary institution in BC or graduated from a post-secondary institution in BC within the past two years
- Has an interest in learning more about British Columbia’s food systems
- Preferably studying in agriculture, policy studies, accounting, economics, horticulture, environmental protection, or related fields
- Ability to use basic office technologies effectively and to adapt to new technologies that may be introduced
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to work independently and as a team member
- Positive, professional, and collaborative attitude and demeanor
- **Salary Information**

Anticipated hourly pay rate: $18.79 - $25.77

**Total Rewards**

As a part of our total rewards offerings, KPU also offers extended health and dental benefits, healthcare spending account, generous vacation package, defined pension plan, parenthood top-up, sick leave, long-term disability, life insurance, professional development days, tuition waiver, inhouse training & development, inter-campus transportation, and more Note: eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary if the position is temporary or part-time.

**Note to Applicants**

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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