MA Research Associate
Top Benefits
About the role
Faculty/Department Faculty of Arts Unit Arts-Psychology Employee Group CUPE 5791 - Research Collective Agreement Consideration Open to the Public. CUPE 5791 Job Family Research Category Staff Number of Vacancies 1 Position Summary
PSPNET Overview
PSPNET offers free and confidential internet-delivered cognitive behavioural therapy (ICBT) developed with and for Canadian first responders, other public safety personnel (PSP), and their spouses or significant others. ICBT teaches traditional cognitive behavioural information and skills in an online platform, over several weeks, with or without optional therapist support via secured messaging or phone calls.
PSPNET is funded by Public Safety Canada and located at the University of Regina. The founder and director, Dr. Heather Hadjistavropoulos, is an internationally recognized leader in online interventions. Other team members consist of English and French clinicians, researchers, and administrative staff who are located across Canada and support the development, implementation, and evaluation of our ICBT programs.
PSPNET is hiring a new Research Associate.
Primary responsibilities will include:
a) Attending weekly meetings with their supervisor, full PSPNET team, and research team
b) Assisting with portal management, trouble shooting, and testing including uploading new or revised course materials to our online platform
d) Exporting and cleaning client data for research and outreach purposes
e) Analyzing and interpreting quantitative and qualitative data
organizing associated study materials, monitoring data quality/adherence to protocols, and preparing all necessary REB reports
f) Contributing to the conceptualization of new research projects and execution of ongoing manuscripts, presentations, and reports via literature reviews, methodology, results, and discussions
g) Identifying and gaining permission to use new and relevant questionnaires
h) Disseminating data to internal or external staff through plain-language summaries, infographics, or other knowledge translation products
Other responsibilities may include:
a) Writing, reviewing, and/or submitting new or amended ethics applications including renewals
b) Qualitative data collection (interviews)
c) Assisting with grant preparation
d) Supporting outreach efforts such as booths, webinars or meetings
e) Onboarding and/or training staff or students
f) Assisting with some administrative and project coordination responsibilities (e.g., tracking milestones, timelines, updating policies and procedures)
g) Responding to client emails and/or voicemails
h) Assisting with new or ongoing working groups
i) Translating English and French materials
j) Related research responsibilities
Please note that onboarding, ongoing training, and supervision will be provided. And flexible work environments are available (remote or hybrid) upon request.
Position Requirements
Required
a) Fluent in English (strong written and oral communication skills)
b) Masters in psychology, educational psychology, social work, or related disciplines
c) Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with a team
d) Excellent organizational and time management skills
e) Research experience with human participants (preferably related to mental health)
f) Excellent problem solving skills and comfort with flexible and evolving responsibilities
g) Excellent attention to detail and commitment to data quality and confidentiality
h) Strong computer skills (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
i) Strong SPSS experience
j) Dissemination experience (e.g., preparation of manuscripts, presentations)
Preferred
a) Fluent in French (strong written and oral communication skills)
b) Knowledge in:
- Mental health (e.g., anxiety, depression, posttraumatic stress, sleep, occupational stress)
- Cognitive behavioural therapy (i.e., online or in-person)
- First responders or other public safety personnel (e.g., border services, communications, corrections, emergency management, fire, operational intelligence, paramedics, policing, search and rescue)
c) Data management experience including research ethics applications
d) Web content management systems experience (e.g., WordPress)
e) Curriculum, course, and/or instructional design experience
f) Research platforms experience (e.g., Qualtrics, REDCap)
g) Reference management experience (i.e., Zotero)
h) Knowledge translation experience (e.g., infographics, flyers)
Other Assets
a) Current or former first responder, other public safety personnel (PSP), or spouse/significant other. Physical Demands
Not Applicable
Pay Grade As Per CUPE 5791 Research Salary Range 65,000-80,000 annually Status Term Work Hours
This position will be full-time (Monday to Friday), 40 hours a week for a 1-year term with the possibility of extension, depending on funds.
Duration (if Term/Temporary) March 31, 2028 Full-Time/Part-Time Full Time Preference Posting No Preference Target Posting Not Targeted
Additional Information
Contact Information
Job Open Date
02/04/2026
Job Close Date
03/04/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Special Application Instructions
If you require further information regarding this competition please contact the faculty/department you are applying to. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority
Applications will begin review on February 11th and continue until the position is filled.
Diversity Statement
The University of Regina is committed to an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the community that we serve. The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including individuals within the University’s employment equity categories of women, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, individuals of diverse gender and sexual orientation and all groups protected by The Saskatchewan Human Rights Code, 2018.
About University of Regina
The University of Regina is the leading experience-based learning university in Saskatchewan, located in the province's capital. The preferred institution for more than 16,000 students, the University of Regina is home to 10 faculties, two academic units and approximately two dozen academic departments which have established reputations for excellence and innovative programs leading to bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees.
With more than 120 undergraduate academic programs and over 80 graduate programs, the University and its federated colleges offer small class sizes, world-class research, and a beautiful campus!
Our alumni – numbering more than 90,000 – contribute to and build our society in Saskatchewan and in Canada. Our history, our accomplishments, and our growth as a university stem from our commitment to working together for the good of our local and global communities.
MA Research Associate
Top Benefits
About the role
Faculty/Department Faculty of Arts Unit Arts-Psychology Employee Group CUPE 5791 - Research Collective Agreement Consideration Open to the Public. CUPE 5791 Job Family Research Category Staff Number of Vacancies 1 Position Summary
PSPNET Overview
PSPNET offers free and confidential internet-delivered cognitive behavioural therapy (ICBT) developed with and for Canadian first responders, other public safety personnel (PSP), and their spouses or significant others. ICBT teaches traditional cognitive behavioural information and skills in an online platform, over several weeks, with or without optional therapist support via secured messaging or phone calls.
PSPNET is funded by Public Safety Canada and located at the University of Regina. The founder and director, Dr. Heather Hadjistavropoulos, is an internationally recognized leader in online interventions. Other team members consist of English and French clinicians, researchers, and administrative staff who are located across Canada and support the development, implementation, and evaluation of our ICBT programs.
PSPNET is hiring a new Research Associate.
Primary responsibilities will include:
a) Attending weekly meetings with their supervisor, full PSPNET team, and research team
b) Assisting with portal management, trouble shooting, and testing including uploading new or revised course materials to our online platform
d) Exporting and cleaning client data for research and outreach purposes
e) Analyzing and interpreting quantitative and qualitative data
organizing associated study materials, monitoring data quality/adherence to protocols, and preparing all necessary REB reports
f) Contributing to the conceptualization of new research projects and execution of ongoing manuscripts, presentations, and reports via literature reviews, methodology, results, and discussions
g) Identifying and gaining permission to use new and relevant questionnaires
h) Disseminating data to internal or external staff through plain-language summaries, infographics, or other knowledge translation products
Other responsibilities may include:
a) Writing, reviewing, and/or submitting new or amended ethics applications including renewals
b) Qualitative data collection (interviews)
c) Assisting with grant preparation
d) Supporting outreach efforts such as booths, webinars or meetings
e) Onboarding and/or training staff or students
f) Assisting with some administrative and project coordination responsibilities (e.g., tracking milestones, timelines, updating policies and procedures)
g) Responding to client emails and/or voicemails
h) Assisting with new or ongoing working groups
i) Translating English and French materials
j) Related research responsibilities
Please note that onboarding, ongoing training, and supervision will be provided. And flexible work environments are available (remote or hybrid) upon request.
Position Requirements
Required
a) Fluent in English (strong written and oral communication skills)
b) Masters in psychology, educational psychology, social work, or related disciplines
c) Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with a team
d) Excellent organizational and time management skills
e) Research experience with human participants (preferably related to mental health)
f) Excellent problem solving skills and comfort with flexible and evolving responsibilities
g) Excellent attention to detail and commitment to data quality and confidentiality
h) Strong computer skills (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
i) Strong SPSS experience
j) Dissemination experience (e.g., preparation of manuscripts, presentations)
Preferred
a) Fluent in French (strong written and oral communication skills)
b) Knowledge in:
- Mental health (e.g., anxiety, depression, posttraumatic stress, sleep, occupational stress)
- Cognitive behavioural therapy (i.e., online or in-person)
- First responders or other public safety personnel (e.g., border services, communications, corrections, emergency management, fire, operational intelligence, paramedics, policing, search and rescue)
c) Data management experience including research ethics applications
d) Web content management systems experience (e.g., WordPress)
e) Curriculum, course, and/or instructional design experience
f) Research platforms experience (e.g., Qualtrics, REDCap)
g) Reference management experience (i.e., Zotero)
h) Knowledge translation experience (e.g., infographics, flyers)
Other Assets
a) Current or former first responder, other public safety personnel (PSP), or spouse/significant other. Physical Demands
Not Applicable
Pay Grade As Per CUPE 5791 Research Salary Range 65,000-80,000 annually Status Term Work Hours
This position will be full-time (Monday to Friday), 40 hours a week for a 1-year term with the possibility of extension, depending on funds.
Duration (if Term/Temporary) March 31, 2028 Full-Time/Part-Time Full Time Preference Posting No Preference Target Posting Not Targeted
Additional Information
Contact Information
Job Open Date
02/04/2026
Job Close Date
03/04/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Special Application Instructions
If you require further information regarding this competition please contact the faculty/department you are applying to. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority
Applications will begin review on February 11th and continue until the position is filled.
Diversity Statement
The University of Regina is committed to an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the community that we serve. The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including individuals within the University’s employment equity categories of women, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, individuals of diverse gender and sexual orientation and all groups protected by The Saskatchewan Human Rights Code, 2018.
About University of Regina
The University of Regina is the leading experience-based learning university in Saskatchewan, located in the province's capital. The preferred institution for more than 16,000 students, the University of Regina is home to 10 faculties, two academic units and approximately two dozen academic departments which have established reputations for excellence and innovative programs leading to bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees.
With more than 120 undergraduate academic programs and over 80 graduate programs, the University and its federated colleges offer small class sizes, world-class research, and a beautiful campus!
Our alumni – numbering more than 90,000 – contribute to and build our society in Saskatchewan and in Canada. Our history, our accomplishments, and our growth as a university stem from our commitment to working together for the good of our local and global communities.