Description
The Department of Family Medicine in the Cumming School of Medicine invites applications for a Research Associate, One Child Every Child (Indigenous Health). This Full-time Fixed Term position is for approximately 1 year (based on length of grant funding), with the possibility of extension.
This position reports to the Principal Investigator.
The position exercises a degree of autonomy in research activities but requires the individual to have strong communication and teamwork skills. Because of the complex multi-staged nature of projects, the individual requires strong organizational and time management skills and strategies gained from previous research experience. The research associate will be required to demonstrate strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills; work collaboratively with departmental and interdepartmental teams; work independently in performance of day-to-day activities.
All members of the team will perform training on ethical research and work with Indigenous people, communities and data. Experience with Indigenous community-based work is an asset for members of the research team.
This role supports the continued Indigenization of the University of Calgary.
Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):
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Design and advise on processes and procedures regarding data collection and participant recruitment for qualitative research tasks including interviews and survey design. Ensure team members are up to date and informed on progress and challenges of recruitment
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Work collaboratively and respectfully with Indigenous community partners and health care partners to ensure inclusion of all voices in the design and completion of the research project.
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Lead writing and developing ethics submissions and modifications for research projects as needed. Complete and manage approvals as required by the research ethics board
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Collect, consolidate, cross-tabulate and format qualitative data (i.e., interviews, group discussions, field notes) from various sources to prepare draft analysis reports and manuscripts
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Analyze data in collaboration with research leads. Engage stakeholders in member-checking
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Analyze quantitative data and prepare research reports and analyses
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Generate project reports and research dissemination products as required by each project
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Generate presentations and posters on behalf of each project, to be used when presenting to various internal and external stakeholders
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Present reports to project team and stakeholders. Conduct literature reviews, knowledge syntheses and assist with systematic reviews
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Manage own time and project tasks effectively. Demonstrate strong communication, team and interpersonal skills, and an ability to exercise judgment and take initiative to problem solve via conversation with team
Qualifications / Requirements:
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Graduate degree in health-related field (i.e. nursing, health sciences) and/or 5+ years of experience in health care setting or health research in any of the following areas: Indigenous health, health services research, healthy policy or systems, health-related social science research and population/public health. A combination of education and experience will be considered
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In-depth understanding of community engaged research practices, principles as Metis Research Ethics Principles, OCAP (Ownership, Control, Access, Possession) and informed prior consent, and the Tri-Council Policy Statement 2, chapter nine
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In-depth understanding of ii' taa'poh'to'p, and its key concepts, particularly parallel paths and ethical space
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Experience working with equity-deserving communities, particularly engaging with community members
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Knowledge of both quantitative and qualitative research design, methods, and methodology
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Strong inter-cultural communication skills
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A background in community or patient engagement and service user involvement is beneficial to the role
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Experience and knowledge of university research ethics procedures is required
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Experience doing interviews or focus groups in a health research environment is required
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Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint) and survey software (e.g. Qualtrics)
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Experience with quantitative (e.g. SPSS/STATA) software and qualitative analysis software (e.g. NVivo) required
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Excellent organization skills, including the ability to work independently and to multitask, and excellent attention to detail a must
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High level of effective time management, personal initiative and teamwork required with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced team environment
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Exceptional written and oral communication skills
Application Deadline: September 15, 2026
We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.
This position is part of the AUPE bargaining unit, and falls under the Specialist/Advisor Job Family, Phase 3.
For a listing of all management and staff opportunities at the University of Calgary, view our Management and Staff Careers website.
About the University of Calgary
UCalgary is Canada's entrepreneurial university, located in Canada's most enterprising city. It is a top research university and one of the highest-ranked universities of its age. Founded in 1966, its 36,000 students experience an innovative learning environment, made rich by research, hands-on experiences and entrepreneurial thinking. It is Canada's leader in the creation of start-ups. Start something today at the University of Calgary. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.
The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy ii' taa'poh'to'p committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.
The university's commitment to the Indigenous Strategy is evident through the oversight of 18 Elders serving on the Circle of Advisors and the many unit-based circles working towards implementation of the strategy including the Faculty Advisory Circle and teams such as the Office of Indigenous Engagement, the Writing Symbols Lodge, and the Indigenous Research Support Team. Many Indigenous-based events and processes are impacting curriculum, programming and polices at the University of Calgary.
As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Institutional Commitments ([email protected]) and requests for accommodations can be sent to People & Culture ([email protected]).
Do you have most but not all the qualifications? Research show that women, racialized and visible minorities, and persons with disabilities are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At UCalgary we are committed to achieving equitable, diverse, inclusive and accessible employment practices and workplaces and encourage you to apply if you believe you are right for this role.
We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, however preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.
