Research Assistant, Faculty of Arts
2 weeks ago
**Competition ID**:
- 3830**Internal Closing Date**:
- Open Until Filled**External Closing Date**:
- Open Until Filled**# of Openings**:
- 1- **Salary Information**:
- Student Assistant Pay Scale**Employment Type**:
- Temporary Part Time**Workplace Type**:
- On-Site**Travel Frequency**:
**Employee Group**:
- Student Assistant**Days of Work (BCGEU)**:
**Hours of Work (BCGEU)**:
**Hours per Week (BCGEU)**:
**ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE**
This role reports to Faculty Member.
**SUMMARY**
The Research Assistant primarily engaged in research with secondary materials will assist faculty or members of the Dean’s office with various research projects.
**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Research, editing and typing of academic journal articles and books
- Develop and maintain files on issues related to the current project
- Do library and online research as required (e.g. review current literature, statistics, legal research, academic journals, surveys, online databases, etc)
- Research, compile data and write short essay to be incorporated into a variety of Faculty purposes
- Prepare summary reports including headings and information which can be subsequently used to draft briefing notes or craft PowerPoint presentations
**QUALIFICATIONS**
- Applicant must be of Indigenous Heritage and pursuing a KPU Bachelors degree
- Preference will be given to applicants from a nation that participates in the All-Native Basketball Tournament
**SKILLS AND ABILITIES**
- Ability to follow directions with mínimal supervision
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail and quality deliverables
- Ability to use MS Office tools, including databases for tracking or qualitative and/or quantitative studies
- Good interpersonal, organization, research and written skills
- A professional and positive attitude
- Knowledge of the research area
- **Salary Information**
Student Assistants are paid as per the following:
- Less than one year of post-secondary (less than 30 credits) - BC Minimum Wage
- One year of post-secondary (30-60 credits) - BC Minimum Wage plus 8%
- With a post-secondary diploma or degree - BC Minimum Wage plus 21%
**Does this role sound like it was made for you, yet you don’t check every box?**
We at KPU understand that experiences and qualifications may look differently for everyone and, if this job description is of interest to you, we encourage you to apply.
**Note to Applicants**:
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.
-
Faculty of Arts, Student Assistant Research
6 days ago
Surrey, Canada Kwantlen Polytechnic University Full timeEmployee Group: **Student Assistant** - Hours of Work (BCGEU): - # of openings: **1** - Hours Per Week (BCGEU): - Pay Level: **Student Assistant Pay Scale** - Days of Work (BCGEU): - Employment Type: **On-Call** - Internal Closing Date: **Open Till Filled** - Travel Frequency: **Occasional travel between campuses is required.** - External Closing...
-
Freelance Storyteller
1 week ago
Surrey, British Columbia, Canada Kwantlen Polytechnic University Full timeBenefitsAnticipated hourly pay rate: $28.00The opportunity to work closely with leadership and communications teams across the Faculty of ArtsA chance to define the impact KPU has had on students, staff, and faculty
-
Content Writer
14 hours ago
Surrey, British Columbia, Canada Kwantlen Polytechnic University Full timeAbout the RoleThis freelance position involves interviewing and crafting engaging stories about the Faculty of Arts at Kwantlen Polytechnic University. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with the Communication and Events team, working under the supervision of the Communication and Event Coordinator.
-
Student Assistant, Fine Arts
2 weeks ago
Surrey, Canada Kwantlen Polytechnic University Full timeEmployee Group: **Student Assistant** - Hours of Work (BCGEU): - # of openings: **5** - Hours Per Week (BCGEU): - Pay Level: **Student Assistant Pay Scale** - Days of Work (BCGEU): - Employment Type: **On-Call** - Internal Closing Date: **Open Until Filled** - Travel Frequency: - External Closing Date: **Open Until Filled** - Competition...
-
Research Assistant, Psychology
3 weeks ago
Surrey, Canada Kwantlen Polytechnic University Full time**Competition ID**: - 3777 **Internal Closing Date**: - Open Until Filled **External Closing Date**: - Open Until Filled **# of Openings**: - 1 - **Salary Information**: - Casual Employee - Hourly Rate **Employment Type**: - On-Call **Workplace Type**: - On-Site **Travel Frequency**: - Occasional travel between campuses is required. **Employee...
-
Research Assistant
5 days ago
Surrey, Canada Kwantlen Polytechnic University Full timeEmployee Group: **Casual Employee** - Hours of Work (BCGEU): - # of openings: **1** - Hours Per Week (BCGEU): - Pay Level: **Casual Employee - Hourly Rate** - Days of Work (BCGEU): - Employment Type: **Temporary Part Time** - Internal Closing Date: **Open Till Filled** - Travel Frequency: **Occasional travel between campuses is required.** - External Closing...
-
Research Assistant
5 days ago
Surrey, Canada Kwantlen Polytechnic University Full timeEmployee Group: **Casual Employee** - Hours of Work (BCGEU): - # of openings: **1** - Hours Per Week (BCGEU): - Pay Level: **Casual Employee - Hourly Rate** - Days of Work (BCGEU): - Employment Type: **Temporary Part Time** - Internal Closing Date: **Open Till Filled** - Travel Frequency: - External Closing Date: **Open Till Filled** - Competition...
-
Surrey, Canada Kwantlen Polytechnic University Full time**Competition ID**: - 3739 **Internal Closing Date**: - Open Until Filled **External Closing Date**: - October 23, 2024 **# of Openings**: - 1 - **Salary Information**: - Student Assistant Pay Scale **Employment Type**: - On-Call **Workplace Type**: - On-Site **Travel Frequency**: - Occasional travel between campuses is required. **Employee...
-
Surrey, British Columbia, Canada Kwantlen Polytechnic University Full timeORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE These positions report to Dr. Asma Sayed SUMMARY This is a part-time position for a research assistant to work with and report to Canada Research Chair, Dr. Asma Sayed, on a number of research and writing projects based on South Asian literature and cinema. This position requires occasionally working in-person with the...
-
Surrey, Canada Kwantlen Polytechnic University Full timeEmployee Group: **Student Assistant** - Hours of Work (BCGEU): - # of openings: **6** - Hours Per Week (BCGEU): - Pay Level: **Student Assistant Pay Scale** - Days of Work (BCGEU): - Employment Type: **Temporary Part Time** - Internal Closing Date: **Open Until Filled** - Travel Frequency: - External Closing Date: **Open Until Filled** - Competition...
-
Research Assistant in Math
6 days ago
Surrey, Canada Kwantlen Polytechnic University Full time**Competition ID**: - 3851**Internal Closing Date**: - December 31, 2024**External Closing Date**: - December 31, 2024**# of Openings**: - 1- **Salary Information**: - Casual Employee - Hourly Rate**Employment Type**: - Temporary Part Time**Workplace Type**: - On-Site**Travel Frequency**: - Occasional travel between campuses is required.**Employee...
-
Mathematical Research Assistant
7 days ago
Surrey, British Columbia, Canada Kwantlen Polytechnic University Full timeCompany OverviewKwantlen Polytechnic University is a public institution with a strong focus on academic excellence and research opportunities. Our university offers a supportive environment for students and faculty to collaborate and grow.Salary InformationThe anticipated hourly pay rate for this position is $22.80, providing a competitive compensation...
-
Optician/optical Assistant
4 weeks ago
Surrey, Canada Faculty Optometry Full timeBrand new to Surrey, we have made it our mission to offer high quality, personable eye care and to empower style-centric tastemakers with quality eyewear that transcends the mainstream. We are looking for one confident and enthusiastic person to join our team to fill a full-time position. We are deeply passionate about independent eyewear. Our curated...
-
Surrey, Canada Kwantlen Polytechnic University Full timeEmployee Group: **Student Assistant** - Hours of Work (BCGEU): - # of openings: **1** - Hours Per Week (BCGEU): - Pay Level: **Student Assistant Pay Scale** - Days of Work (BCGEU): - Employment Type: **On-Call** - Internal Closing Date: **Open Until Filled** - Travel Frequency: **Occasional travel between campuses is required.** - External Closing...
-
Department Assistant, Arts
5 days ago
Surrey, Canada Kwantlen Polytechnic University Full time**Competition ID**: - 3633 **Internal Closing Date**: - September 6, 2024 **External Closing Date**: - September 6, 2024 **# of Openings**: - 1 - **Salary Information**: - 10 - BCGEU Pay Grid - $31.16 to $34.78 per hour **Employment Type**: - Temporary Full Time **Workplace Type**: - Hybrid **Travel Frequency**: - Occasional travel between...
-
Mathematics Research Assistant
2 days ago
Surrey, British Columbia, Canada Kwantlen Polytechnic University Full timeThis role reports to Dr. Asiyeh Sanaei, a faculty member at Kwantlen Polytechnic University. The main duties consist of conducting literature reviews and research under their supervision.The goal of the project is to make progress towards solving math open problems or expanding current literature and knowledge. Preference is given to KPU students who have a...
-
Agc Student Research Assistant
2 weeks ago
Surrey, Canada Kwantlen Polytechnic University Full timeEmployee Group: **Casual Employee** - Hours of Work (BCGEU): - # of openings: **8** - Hours Per Week (BCGEU): - Pay Level: **Casual Employee - Hourly Rate** - Days of Work (BCGEU): - Employment Type: **Temporary Part Time** - Internal Closing Date: **Open Until Filled** - Travel Frequency: - External Closing Date: **Open Until Filled** - Competition...
-
Content Strategist
5 days ago
Surrey, British Columbia, Canada Kwantlen Polytechnic University Full timeFaculty Storytelling OpportunityKwantlen Polytechnic University is seeking a skilled Content Strategist to join our team on a freelance basis. As a Faculty Storyteller, you will be responsible for creating engaging stories that showcase the impact of KPU on students, staff, and faculty.Key Responsibilities:Apply journalistic skills and approach to connect...
-
Art Instructor/ Assistant
2 weeks ago
Surrey, Canada Neighborhood Art Studios Full timeWe are looking to hire Art Instructors/ assistants for our after school art program that we offer in many different Elementary schools in Surrey, Burnaby and Vancouver. We need someone with art experience and an experience in working with children. The class times are from 2:45 - 4:15 pm and each day in a different school. Because we take our supplies to the...
-
Art Instructor/ Assistant
4 weeks ago
Surrey, Canada Neighborhood Art Studios Full timeWe are looking to hire Art Instructors/ assistants for our after school art program that we offer in many different Elementary schools in Surrey and Burnaby area. We need someone with art experience and an experience in working with children. The class times are from 2:45 - 4:15 pm and each day in a different school. Because we take our supplies to the...