Research Assistant - Canadian Career Centre Benchmarking Survey
About the role
Position Information
Position Number
P02438
Position Title
Research Assistant - Canadian Career Centre Benchmarking Survey
Supervisor Department
Business Administration
Supervisor
Christine Sjolander
Location
Kelowna
Other Flexible Work Options
Your Opportunity
In accordance with Letter of Understanding #3 – Research Projects, and under the direct supervision of the College Professor, the Research Assistant assists and supports the supervisor with research-related activities pertaining to the professor’s professional background and within the supervisor’s research areas of interest and expertise.
Functions and Duties
The Research Assistant will assist the supervisor by performing the following duties:
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Assists with research for educational purposes.
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Assists in identifying perspective subjects for research.
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Assists in researching information for grants, research grants and research papers.
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Searches literature sources pertaining to the relevant areas of research.
-
Assists in collecting, recording, compiling, summarizing data, and disseminating information.
-
Participates in research activities related to the subject area being investigated such as events, interviews, reading articles, listening to speakers.
-
Performs other duties as assigned
Position Specific Functions
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Primarily quantitative data analysis including descriptive statistics and correlation analysis
-
Creating charts and graphs summarizing results
-
Must maintain confidentiality
Education and Experience
Students with a minimum of one-year post-secondary education in the specified educational program listed below.
Prior work experience is an asset.
Skills and Abilities
Current knowledge in research methodology for educational purposes.
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Excellent research skills with the ability to synthesize data/information and develop/deliver findings and recommendations.
-
Proficiency in the use of a variety of computer software applications.
-
Works effectively both independently and as part of a team
-
Well-developed organizational skills.
-
Detail-oriented.
-
Excellent communication skills to maintain effective correspondence with professors and partners
-
Excellent time management skills to coordinate research and academic activities
Position Specific Education and Experience
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Completed statistics classes with a 70% or higher is preferred
-
3rd or 4th year students or post-baccalaureate data analytics students are preferred
Desired Start Date
09/04/2025
Position End Date
11/30/2025
Schedule
Hourly Rate
18.42-23.51
Appointment Type
Support Non-Regular Student
Posting Detail Information
Competition Number
S000394
Open Date
08/25/2025
Posting Close Date
09/04/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants
Inclusion Statement
Okanagan College is committed to increasing the equitable and inclusive participation of marginalized people in all aspects of college life. We welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black People, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, people with disabilities and people with diverse gender identities or expressions. People with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, AccessibilityHR@okanagan.bc.ca.
Research Assistant - Canadian Career Centre Benchmarking Survey
About the role
Position Information
Position Number
P02438
Position Title
Research Assistant - Canadian Career Centre Benchmarking Survey
Supervisor Department
Business Administration
Supervisor
Christine Sjolander
Location
Kelowna
Other Flexible Work Options
Your Opportunity
In accordance with Letter of Understanding #3 – Research Projects, and under the direct supervision of the College Professor, the Research Assistant assists and supports the supervisor with research-related activities pertaining to the professor’s professional background and within the supervisor’s research areas of interest and expertise.
Functions and Duties
The Research Assistant will assist the supervisor by performing the following duties:
-
Assists with research for educational purposes.
-
Assists in identifying perspective subjects for research.
-
Assists in researching information for grants, research grants and research papers.
-
Searches literature sources pertaining to the relevant areas of research.
-
Assists in collecting, recording, compiling, summarizing data, and disseminating information.
-
Participates in research activities related to the subject area being investigated such as events, interviews, reading articles, listening to speakers.
-
Performs other duties as assigned
Position Specific Functions
-
Primarily quantitative data analysis including descriptive statistics and correlation analysis
-
Creating charts and graphs summarizing results
-
Must maintain confidentiality
Education and Experience
Students with a minimum of one-year post-secondary education in the specified educational program listed below.
Prior work experience is an asset.
Skills and Abilities
Current knowledge in research methodology for educational purposes.
-
Excellent research skills with the ability to synthesize data/information and develop/deliver findings and recommendations.
-
Proficiency in the use of a variety of computer software applications.
-
Works effectively both independently and as part of a team
-
Well-developed organizational skills.
-
Detail-oriented.
-
Excellent communication skills to maintain effective correspondence with professors and partners
-
Excellent time management skills to coordinate research and academic activities
Position Specific Education and Experience
-
Completed statistics classes with a 70% or higher is preferred
-
3rd or 4th year students or post-baccalaureate data analytics students are preferred
Desired Start Date
09/04/2025
Position End Date
11/30/2025
Schedule
Hourly Rate
18.42-23.51
Appointment Type
Support Non-Regular Student
Posting Detail Information
Competition Number
S000394
Open Date
08/25/2025
Posting Close Date
09/04/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants
Inclusion Statement
Okanagan College is committed to increasing the equitable and inclusive participation of marginalized people in all aspects of college life. We welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black People, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, people with disabilities and people with diverse gender identities or expressions. People with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, AccessibilityHR@okanagan.bc.ca.