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Edmonton AB TG B, Canada University of Alberta Full time $45,000 - $60,000 per year

This position is a part of the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).

This position has an end date of March 31, 2026, with the possibility of extension.

Location - This role is in-person at North Campus Edmonton.

The Meharali Research Group is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Research Assistant (RA) to support a newly funded research project focused on the pilot testing of a mobile app aimed at supporting immigrant adolescents in Alberta. The RA will work closely with the Principal Investigator (PI) and research team to assess the app's effectiveness through both qualitative and quantitative methods.

The successful candidate will play a key role in participant recruitment, intervention implementation, data collection and analysis, and research dissemination. This is an excellent opportunity for a researcher interested in public health, youth development, digital interventions, or immigrant health.

The Faculty of Nursing is ranked #1 in Western Canada and #7 globally (QS World Rankings). It offers five CASN-accredited undergraduate programs and multiple graduate programs, including a PhD in Nursing. With over 1,700 students and strong partnerships across Alberta, the faculty leads innovative, high-impact research to meet the health needs of diverse communities and address global health challenges.

  • Assist in the design and development of project materials, including study aides, data collection tools, and summary tables.
  • Recruit participants and engage with community stakeholders across Alberta and research sites in another province.
  • Collect and analyze both qualitative (e.g., focus groups, interviews) and quantitative (e.g., surveys) data and conduct statistical analyses (e.g., descriptive statistics, t-tests)
  • Prepare data visualizations, tables, and figures for internal reports, publications, and presentations.
  • Prepare and submit ethics applications, renewals, and amendments as required.
  • Coordinate and deliver intervention sessions (e.g., webinars, calls) to participating youth.
  • Ensure compliance with research protocols, privacy, institutional ethics requirements, and funding agency guidelines.
  • Maintain detailed documentation, including field notes, records, and research logs.
  • Support the preparation of knowledge translation materials such as reports, infographics, conference presentations, and peer-reviewed manuscripts.
  • Liaise regularly with stakeholders, investigators, and team members to ensure effective communication and progress monitoring.

Minimum

  • Master's degree in public health, health sciences, psychology, education, social sciences, or a related field
  • Strong quantitative research and statistical analysis skills, survey/data tools (e.g., REDCap, SPSS, Qualtrics); proficiency in SPSS, R, Stata, or similar software required.
  • 2–3 years of academic research experience, particularly in mixed-methods research.
  • Strong understanding of research ethics, REB protocols, and data management practices.
  • Demonstrated experience with both qualitative (e.g., interviews, focus groups) and quantitative (e.g., surveys, data analysis) methods.
  • Experience with qualitative analysis software tools (e.g., NVivo).
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Preferred

  • Experience working with youth, vulnerable populations, immigrant communities, or in community-based research is considered an asset.
  • Prior experience with usability testing, digital health interventions, or human-centered design research.
  • Familiarity with survey design and administration.

The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all FirstPeoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.

The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people - from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more.

At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms—physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of belonging and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.

The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.

L'Université de l'Alberta s'engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes ayant une orientation sexuelle ou une identité et une expression sexospécifique; et tous ceux qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler.