About the role
Position Summary
Full-Time Administration, new position
The Canadian Institute for Safety, Wellness & Performance (CISWP)’s mission is to improve the safety, wellness, and performance of the Canadian labour force by generating knowledge, transferring research to practice, and strengthening workforce development – all in collaboration with stakeholders. CISWP adopts a transdisciplinary and collaborative approach to build capacity for productive and sustainable work. CISWP has state-of-the-art research infrastructure within two major applied research labs and mobile labs equipped with a variety of dedicated field-based and lab-based ergonomic, health and safety, human performance measurement systems, and a full body photogrammetric anthropometry system. The labs are named for their research mandate: START - Skilled Trades Applied Research and Training, and STRIDE - Skilled Trades Research in Inclusivity, Diversity, and Equity.
The incumbents will work on various research projects in the area of Work and Health, Ergonomics, and Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI). The Researchers should demonstrate research interest in ergonomics, anthropometry, and prevention of workplace injuries. Under the supervision of the Executive Director, CISWP, this position will support CISWP’s research program in injury prevention using field-to-lab-to-field approaches. Research activities may include qualitative and quantitative research, working with peer researchers, mentoring co-op students, and developing and implementing diverse knowledge transfer and knowledge mobilization activities. These incumbents will also work closely with the Director of Research and other staff at CISWP, and our community partner organizations. The incumbents will engage in significant field research and are expected to collect data across the province.
Successful candidates will be required to conduct work within Ontario and must be available to work on campus as required. It is anticipated that this position will meet the needs of the department with four days conducting field research at various work sites and one day at the Conestoga Skilled Trades campus, located at 25 Reuter Dr. in Cambridge or working remotely. Travel is required weekly within Ontario for field data collection.
Responsibilities Project execution and coordination
- Apply and maintain ethics approval
- Conduct qualitative and quantitative data collection, analysis, and interpretation (including field data collection)
- Support interim and final report preparation
- Support scientific publication
- Mentor co-op students for research projects
- Attend internal and external meetings, site visits, and demonstrations to industry
- Contribute to the operation and maintenance of mobile labs
Project resource development
- Create project activity schedules and experimental design
- Identify training needs related to research equipment and processes; deliver training to staff and students
Knowledge dissemination
- Host webinars; attend and participate in conferences, and project-related networking
- Act as subject matter expert and provide technical support for developing reports
- Prepare material and coordinate success story completion
Business development
- Coordinate, attend and follow up on meetings with potential research partners (i.e., industry, government, associations, academia, etc.)
Qualifications
- Research-based master's degree in human Factors & Ergonomics, Kinesiology, Health Studies, Biomechanics, Occupational Health & Safety, Occupational Epidemiology, or a related field of study is required
- Research experience completed during master’s studies is required
- A strong knowledge base of qualitative and quantitative research
- A strong and successful track record completing complex research projects
- Strong computer skills, including software for quantitative, qualitative, and statistical analysis
- Excellent communication, writing, and networking skills
- Field data collection experience
- Experience with surveys, interviews, and collecting self-reported data
- Experience in community-based research
- Proven ability to multitask and manage time effectively
- Experience in using field-based ergonomic equipment, including wearable sensors and portable instrumentation, and the ability to troubleshoot, process, analyze, and interpret signals using specialized software
- Access to a reliable means of transportation and the ability to travel within Ontario
Please note this position is externally funded.
About Conestoga College
Conestoga is a leader in polytechnic education and one of Ontario's fastest-growing colleges, delivering a full range of career-focused education, training and applied research programs to prepare students for success in the new knowledge economy and promote economic prosperity throughout our region and across Ontario.
Conestoga delivers more than 200 career-focused programs and has more degree offerings than any other college outside of the GTA, including Ontario’s only college-based, accredited engineering degrees.
Our comprehensive range of programming meets the needs of a variety of learners, providing multiple entry points and established pathways to ensure that individuals across our community can access the education they need for their chosen careers. Articulation agreements with colleges and universities around the world provide our students with ready access to additional post-secondary opportunities.
Labs equipped with the latest technology, project-based courses, field and clinical experiences, international exchange, applied research and co-op opportunities engage our students as they learn to connect theory, research and practice. Our focus on technology-enhanced learning through online and mobile technologies ensures that students are prepared to excel in our increasingly digital world. Conestoga’s commitment to student success includes a full range of support and career advising services available to students throughout their learning journey.
Conestoga does not permit posts that contain offensive, hostile or abusive language or posts that contain commercial solicitations. Conestoga reserves the right to remove posts at any time without warning.
About the role
Position Summary
Full-Time Administration, new position
The Canadian Institute for Safety, Wellness & Performance (CISWP)’s mission is to improve the safety, wellness, and performance of the Canadian labour force by generating knowledge, transferring research to practice, and strengthening workforce development – all in collaboration with stakeholders. CISWP adopts a transdisciplinary and collaborative approach to build capacity for productive and sustainable work. CISWP has state-of-the-art research infrastructure within two major applied research labs and mobile labs equipped with a variety of dedicated field-based and lab-based ergonomic, health and safety, human performance measurement systems, and a full body photogrammetric anthropometry system. The labs are named for their research mandate: START - Skilled Trades Applied Research and Training, and STRIDE - Skilled Trades Research in Inclusivity, Diversity, and Equity.
The incumbents will work on various research projects in the area of Work and Health, Ergonomics, and Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI). The Researchers should demonstrate research interest in ergonomics, anthropometry, and prevention of workplace injuries. Under the supervision of the Executive Director, CISWP, this position will support CISWP’s research program in injury prevention using field-to-lab-to-field approaches. Research activities may include qualitative and quantitative research, working with peer researchers, mentoring co-op students, and developing and implementing diverse knowledge transfer and knowledge mobilization activities. These incumbents will also work closely with the Director of Research and other staff at CISWP, and our community partner organizations. The incumbents will engage in significant field research and are expected to collect data across the province.
Successful candidates will be required to conduct work within Ontario and must be available to work on campus as required. It is anticipated that this position will meet the needs of the department with four days conducting field research at various work sites and one day at the Conestoga Skilled Trades campus, located at 25 Reuter Dr. in Cambridge or working remotely. Travel is required weekly within Ontario for field data collection.
Responsibilities Project execution and coordination
- Apply and maintain ethics approval
- Conduct qualitative and quantitative data collection, analysis, and interpretation (including field data collection)
- Support interim and final report preparation
- Support scientific publication
- Mentor co-op students for research projects
- Attend internal and external meetings, site visits, and demonstrations to industry
- Contribute to the operation and maintenance of mobile labs
Project resource development
- Create project activity schedules and experimental design
- Identify training needs related to research equipment and processes; deliver training to staff and students
Knowledge dissemination
- Host webinars; attend and participate in conferences, and project-related networking
- Act as subject matter expert and provide technical support for developing reports
- Prepare material and coordinate success story completion
Business development
- Coordinate, attend and follow up on meetings with potential research partners (i.e., industry, government, associations, academia, etc.)
Qualifications
- Research-based master's degree in human Factors & Ergonomics, Kinesiology, Health Studies, Biomechanics, Occupational Health & Safety, Occupational Epidemiology, or a related field of study is required
- Research experience completed during master’s studies is required
- A strong knowledge base of qualitative and quantitative research
- A strong and successful track record completing complex research projects
- Strong computer skills, including software for quantitative, qualitative, and statistical analysis
- Excellent communication, writing, and networking skills
- Field data collection experience
- Experience with surveys, interviews, and collecting self-reported data
- Experience in community-based research
- Proven ability to multitask and manage time effectively
- Experience in using field-based ergonomic equipment, including wearable sensors and portable instrumentation, and the ability to troubleshoot, process, analyze, and interpret signals using specialized software
- Access to a reliable means of transportation and the ability to travel within Ontario
Please note this position is externally funded.
About Conestoga College
Conestoga is a leader in polytechnic education and one of Ontario's fastest-growing colleges, delivering a full range of career-focused education, training and applied research programs to prepare students for success in the new knowledge economy and promote economic prosperity throughout our region and across Ontario.
Conestoga delivers more than 200 career-focused programs and has more degree offerings than any other college outside of the GTA, including Ontario’s only college-based, accredited engineering degrees.
Our comprehensive range of programming meets the needs of a variety of learners, providing multiple entry points and established pathways to ensure that individuals across our community can access the education they need for their chosen careers. Articulation agreements with colleges and universities around the world provide our students with ready access to additional post-secondary opportunities.
Labs equipped with the latest technology, project-based courses, field and clinical experiences, international exchange, applied research and co-op opportunities engage our students as they learn to connect theory, research and practice. Our focus on technology-enhanced learning through online and mobile technologies ensures that students are prepared to excel in our increasingly digital world. Conestoga’s commitment to student success includes a full range of support and career advising services available to students throughout their learning journey.
Conestoga does not permit posts that contain offensive, hostile or abusive language or posts that contain commercial solicitations. Conestoga reserves the right to remove posts at any time without warning.