Senior Research Assistant, Communicator Assistance through Research and Emotional Support Project

Competition Number: RC125.24
Department: Criminal Justice
Researcher: Dr. Marcella Cassiano
Location: Winnipeg, MB
Job Type: Term
Date Posted: 10/21/2024
Closing Date: 11/01/2024
Salary: $20.00 plus 6% vacation pay

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:

As a Senior Research Assistant, you are a key player in our team. Your role is to assist in the execution and evaluation of research projects, bringing your unique expertise in fields such as public safety and security, criminal justice, and social wellness at national or international levels.

The selected candidate should demonstrate planning and analytical skills (quantitative and qualitative data), writing skills, preferably with research and field experience, interest in public safety work, excellent work ethics, and experience working on confidential projects. The Senior Research Assistant will work on several projects related to public safety personnel's wellness in Canada and the United States.

To apply, please submit:

  • A cover letter and resume.
  • Name and contact information of an academic reference.
  • A copy of post-graduate transcripts (unofficial).
  • For any questions about this position, contact Dr. Marcella Cassiano, Senior Researcher, at: m.cassiano@uwinnipeg.ca.

Duties:

  • Complete provided training via an online platform.
  • Record information on digital platforms.
  • Prepare surveys.
  • Perform data analysis using academic technological tools.
  • Update documents and information data.
  • Prepare, manage and organize administrative documentation.
  • Keep confidentiality.

Qualifications:

  • At a minimum, must be in the final stage of a Master's degree studies (Thesis base). Preference will be given to applicants who are enrolled in and/or have completed graduate-level programs in social work, criminal justice, sociology, public safety, international security studies, and peace and conflict studies.
  • Have completed their program's required research methods class(es).
  • Able to work independently.
  • Able to work as part of a research team.
  • Previous research experience, whether degree-based or as an R.A. would be an asset.
  • Previous experience working in law enforcement, military, or first responder organizations and understanding those work dynamics would be an asset.

Condition(s) of Employment:

  • Must be legally entitled to work in Canada. 

The period of work will be from December 1, 2024 - May 31, 2025, and the estimated total hours of work will be 0-240 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 remotely.

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 human_resources@uwinnipeg.ca.

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