Research Assistant III – Department of Applied Disaster and Emergency Studies

Applications are to be received by: 4:30 p.m. on December 12, 2024

Classification: Research Assistant III
Employee group: PSAC
Job title: Research Assistant
Department: ADES
Wage: $20.69/hr
Hours of work: 35 hours in total
Start date: December 13, 2025
Number of positions: 1
Length of appointment: until December 29, 2024
Date issued: December 5, 2024

Duties:

– Assist with workshop preparation and note-taking.
– Assist in preparation/compilation of workshop report.
– Preparing materials for publication in Newsletter.

and other relevant duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Experience:
– Ability to work independently and in a collaborative matter.
– Ability to meet deadlines.
– Must be able to maintain confidentiality.
– Experience conducting analyses and report writing desired.
– Graduate students or third-fourth year undergraduate students (eg. 3rd or 4th year). Major or Minor in Applied Disaster and Emergency Studies preferred.

To Apply:
Please send (1) a cover letter addressing your relevant work and academic experience in relation to the position and (2) Resume to Dr. Sheika Henry, Adjunct Professor, Applied Disaster and Emergency Studies Department, Email: sheika1@ualberta.ca and copied to Dr. Balfour Spence, Professor, Applied Disaster and Emergency Studies Department, Email: spenceb@brandonu.ca.

Brandon University is committed to equity, welcomes diversity, and hires on the basis of merit. All qualified individuals who may contribute to the diversification of the University, especially women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, racialized persons, and persons of all sexual orientations and genders are encouraged to apply. Canadian citizens and permanent residents are given priority. Evidence of citizenship must be provided.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment. This starts with the hiring process. Should you require an accommodation during any phase of the recruitment process, contact HR at hr@brandonu.ca. All information received related to an accommodation is kept confidential. To ensure this employment opportunity is accessible to all interested individuals, this posting is available in an alternate format upon request.