[acc-cca-l] Job Posting- Research Assistants (Diversity Institute at Ryerson University)
Kadijo Afrah
kadijo.afrah at ryerson.ca
Mon Jul 29 08:01:17 MDT 2019
Good morning,
The Diversity Institute at Ryerson University is currently seeking
qualified Research Assistants to join our rapidly growing Future Skills
research team. (Please see* https://www.ryerson.ca/diversity
<https://www.ryerson.ca/diversity>*/ and *https://fsc-ccf.ca/
<https://fsc-ccf.ca/>* for more details on the Diversity Institute and the
Future Skills Centre).
We would highly appreciate if you could add the following job posting to
your career web page (please don't hesitate to contact Alice Jaroschek at
alice.jaroschek at ryerson.ca or 416-979-5000 x ext: 544406 should you need
any further information).
To be posted for 3 weeks with potential for renewal:
Opportunity: Research Assistant, Future Skills (9 positions: 3
post-doctoral, 3 graduate, 3 undergraduate)
Institution: TRSM Diversity Institute, Future Skills
Start Date: ASAP
Type: temporary, 6-month contract with potential for renewal
Hours of work: 15 - 36.25 hours/week
Hourly rate: PhD: 30.00 - 35.00 CAD/hour, Graduate: 25.00 - 28.00 CAD/hour,
Undergraduate: 18.50 - 22.00 CAD/hour
Closing date: 3 weeks from posting
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About The Diversity Institute and The Future Skills Centre
The Diversity Institute (DI) conducts and coordinates multi-disciplinary,
multi-stakeholder research to address the needs of diverse Canadians, the
changing nature of skills and competencies, and the policies, processes and
tools that advance economic inclusion and success. DI’s action-oriented,
evidence-based approach is advancing knowledge of the complex barriers
faced by underrepresented groups, leading practices to effect change, and
producing concrete results.
DI is leading the research stream of the Future Skills Centre, focusing on
how best to prepare Canadians today for workforce opportunities of the
future.
The Future Skills Centre – Centre des Compétences futures (FSC-CCF) – is a
forward-thinking research centre with a focus on innovative approaches to
identify emerging in-demand skills and help Canadians develop the talent
they need to take full advantage of and succeed in the new economy. FSC-CCF
is led by a partnership between Ryerson University, the Conference Board of
Canada and Blueprint and is funded by the Government of Canada. The
consortium offers deep knowledge of economic and technology trends, public
policy, rigorous applied research and evaluation expertise, extensive
knowledge mobilization and convening experience, and longstanding
commitments to skills training and development.
The Opportunity
The Diversity Institute is currently recruiting Research Assistants who
will provide professional assistance to the Diversity Institute - Future
Skills research team. Successful candidates will support the design,
methodology and execution of academic and customized research on future
skills.
The Research Assistant’s role will include some or all of the following
common research activities (activities will be commensurate with
qualifications):
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Providing research design support
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Conducting environmental scans and literature reviews
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Facilitating individual or group interviews
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Conducting field research
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Documenting field research using systematic notes and memos
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Assisting in editing research reports
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Transcribing interview transcripts
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Writing research memos and analysis reports
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Assisting in data analysis of a variety of qualitative and/or
quantitative data
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Preparing materials for the Ryerson University Research Ethics Board
proposal submission
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Strategic, accurate, and efficient data management to best support the
project and ethically safeguard confidential and/or sensitive data as
necessary.
Qualifications
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Completed or pursuing PhD/Graduate/Undergraduate degree in a
research-intensive discipline.
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Experience in conducting research projects in academic and/or industry
settings. Previous knowledge of quantitative and/or qualitative research
methods and understanding of academic publication conventions is required.
Comfort with mixed methods desired.
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Experience working in education, skills development and/or training
sectors is an asset.
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Experience with quantitative research software (R, SAS, SPSS) an asset
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Experience with qualitative research software (NVIVO) an asset.
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French language is an asset.
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Regional travel may be required.
Compensation will be commensurate with experience.
Please submit your curriculum vitae and cover letter in one pdf to
di.fsc at ryerson.ca
Please visit https://www.ryerson.ca/diversity/ and https://fsc-ccf.ca/ for
more details on the Diversity Institute and the Future Skills Centre.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected
for interviews will be contacted.
Notes:
Candidates may be asked to demonstrate qualifications through occupational
testing. Candidates must have a demonstrated record of dependability /
reliability and a commitment to maintain confidentiality.
The Diversity Institute - Ryerson University is strongly committed to
fostering diversity within our community. We welcome those who would
contribute to the further diversification of our staff, our faculty and its
scholarship including, but not limited to, women, visible minorities,
Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual
orientation or gender identity.
Attachments area
Thank you,
*Kadijo Afrah*
Project Coordinator- Future Skills
*Ted Rogers School of Management's Diversity Institute*
Ryerson University
kadijo.afrah at ryerson.ca <jdev at ryerson.ca> | 416-979-5000 ext. 544414
http://www.ryerson.ca/diversity/ | @RyersonD <https://twitter.com/RyersonDI>
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