Student Assistant, Research Communications

5 days 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**:

- 4193**Internal Closing Date**:

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

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

- 1- **Salary Information**:

- Student Assistant Pay Scale**Employment Type**:

- On-Call**Workplace Type**:

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

- Student Assistant**Days of Work (BCGEU)**:
**Hours of Work (BCGEU)**:
**Hours per Week (BCGEU)**:
**ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE**

This role reports to the Research Administration and Services Manager and will work with the Research Communications and Events Coordinator for day-to-day work.

**SUMMARY**

The student assistant will assist in developing written stories about KPU Research & Innovation activities. This supports the Division's goal to increase impactful storytelling to both internal and external audiences.

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Supporting the Research Communications and Events Coordinator in generating research stories
- Drafting written copy for social media and other communications
- Creating simple social media graphics using branded templates
- Liaising with the Communications and Marketing departments when advised

**QUALFICATIONS**
- Must be enrolled in Journalism at KPU, ideally in their third or fourth year but this is not required
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to generate creative story ideas
- Strong organizational and time-management skills against deadlines
- Intermediate computer skills, including word processing software (e.g. MS Word)
- Ability to follow directions with mínimal supervision
- Basic graphic design skills are an asset but not required

**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%

**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 depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered 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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