*This posting will be used to hire 1-3 positions*
Senior Research Assistants are normally graduate students, or University of Winnipeg undergraduate students, employed to assist in the execution and evaluation of research projects in their area of study. The positions may oversee Research Assistants in areas such as the use of proper techniques, analysis, and documentation.
Senior Research Assistants work under the general supervision or direction of more senior researchers or faculty members, and are expected to exercise judgment in prioritizing, planning and organizing their own work within defined parameters.
Position Overview:
This project will survey and interview Indigenous women and 2 spirited artisan entrepreneurs about their business development needs. RAs will be doing some background research, as well as connecting with interested participants to provide information about the research project and answer any questions. RAs will complete online TCPS2 training on the ethics of conducting Human research. RAs will conduct in person interviews and review/analyze questionaire data.
Duties:
- Employee will review survey instrument and other materials for research.
- Perform academic research and writing.
- Facilitate online questionaire distribution and completion.
- Review and revise literature review.
- Assist in data collection and analysis.
- Assist in preparing articles, publications and reports.
- Assist in seeking publication opportunities for research team.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Senior level undergraduate student in Indigenous Studies or Business.
Condition(s) of Employment:
- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
The period of work will be from August 4, 2026 - September 15, 2026, and the estimated total hours of work will be 160-200 hours.
Note: This position is represented by the Public Service Alliance of Canada - Research Capacity Unit.
Note: The work described in this posting will be conducted in-person.
The University of Winnipeg is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognizes that a diverse staff and faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research environments, and is essential to academic and institutional excellence. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and encourage women, racialized persons, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ persons to confidentially self-identify at time of application.
The University of Winnipeg is committed to ensuring employment opportunities are accessible for all applicants. If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact [email protected].
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