About TIES

The Immigrant Education Society (TIES) is a not-for-profit registered charitable organization that has been actively serving newcomers and low-income Calgarians since 1988. TIES' primary goal is to provide immigrants and economically disadvantaged individuals with a solid foothold in Canada and afford them the opportunities to feel belonging in their new community.

To provide high-quality, innovative language education, economic empowerment support, and holistic services for newcomers and Canadians in need, along with community-based research that benefits the broader community.

‍At TIES, we offer more than a job. We offer the opportunity to shape inclusive systems, strengthen communities, and contribute to meaningful social change. Our work is grounded in our values of Togetherness in Action, Inclusivity by Design, Empowerment with Purpose, and Strength in Curiosity.

If you are passionate about building inclusive workplaces and contributing to community impact, we invite you to apply to this opportunity.

About the Position

Position TitleResearch Assistant

Job Type Full Time, Temporary - 35 hours per week (8 weeks)

Work Location 3675 63 Ave. NE Calgary, AB T3J 5K1

Reports to Manager, TIES Center for Immigrant Research

Summary of Role

Reporting to the Manager of the Centre for Immigrant Research, the Research Assistant is responsible for assisting the team in developing and delivering new and innovative programming and research interventions to better inform settlement approaches used at TIES and across the wider immigrant-serving community.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Supports the collection of data using surveys, interview tools and materials created by researchers.
• Supports program delivery and research interventions.
• Compile data and transcribe interviews.
• Conduct and compile online literature scans and reading lists for other researchers.
• Assist with manuscript writing.
• Maintain all files, both physical and electronic, and required databases for projects.
• Assist team members in communicating with research sites, as needed.
• Assist the project leads in completing and submitting all required project deliverables on time.
• Promotes the program by using various channels, social media and advertising sites, as well as collaborating with community and research partners.
• Maintain research library resources.
• Ability to work independently and as a positive member of a team.
• Assist the team in conducting annual inventory

This position description reflects the general duties of the role but is not intended to be a detailed description of all duties. The Research Assistant may be asked to perform other duties as required or assigned.

Core Competencies

• Communication & Collaboration
• Inclusivity & Cultural Responsiveness
• Adaptability & Resilience
• Instructional & Service Excellence
• Continuous Learning & Growth Mindset
• Leadership & Accountability

Requirements / Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in college or university or has recently completed graduate research degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience working with non-profit organizations is an asset
• Comfortable with using technology, e.g. MS Office, Internet, Canva
• Sensitivity and ability to work with individuals of diverse backgrounds.
• Knowledge of additional languages other than English is considered an asset.
• Be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of employment
• Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or a person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of employment
• Have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN) at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation
• Not be an international student, as the program is intended to support youth entering the Canadian labour market

TIES is proud to be an equal opportunity employer; we welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious beliefs, gender, gender identity or expression, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, place of origin, source of income, mental and physical disability, age or veteran status.

Join Our Team

If you are passionate about building inclusive workplaces and strengthening communities, we invite you to apply.

The successful candidate must complete a Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Search and a Child Intervention Record Check.

Applications Deadline: May 20, 2026

Start Date: June 08, 2026

TIES is committed to providing reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process. To request accommodation, please contact us.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.