##About Western

Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth. We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.

##About Us

The Faculty of Health Sciences is a large, diverse, and comprehensive unit, comprised of seven Schools (Nursing, Kinesiology, Health Studies, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Communication Sciences and Disorders and Food and Nutritional Sciences), a large Interdisciplinary Graduate Program in Health and Rehabilitation Sciences and four Research Centers. The faculty has more than 4,000 undergraduate students and more than 900 graduate students (200 PhD students).

The Arthur Labatt Family School of Nursing will advance leadership in health equity by seeking to transform practice, education, scholarship & policy, locally and globally. Mission: The Arthur Labatt Family School of Nursing generates knowledge and prepares nurses to be transformative leaders and innovators through equity-promoting research, education, and practice, locally and globally.

##Responsibilities

The PEP Research Associate is a grant funded role reporting to Dr. Smye. They will apply their expertise and knowledge to research projects, and carry out or oversee original and independent research under the general direction of a principle investigator.

Responsibilities

• Support the Preceptor Evaluation project;
• Support evaluation of the RPN stream within the CTF program; and
• Facilitate the organization and maintenance of databases and spreadsheets as well as operationalize and develop new research opportunities as requested.

Education:

BSCN/MN in Nursing or Social Science discipline (psychology, sociology, anthropology, public health, health studies, women and gender studies, equity studies or related discipline)

Experience:

• 3 years’ experience conducting research related to applied health research, social determinants of health, health, health equity or closely related areas of study; preferably in an academic setting
• 3 years’ experience authoring reports, proposals, academic papers
• Previous experience in all stages of qualitative and quantitative research
• Record of peer-reviewed publications and stakeholder briefs/reports
• Experience working in inter-disciplinary teams of researchers is preferred
• Experience in survey design and assessment development is preferred
• Previous experience in knowledge mobilization strategies is preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Demonstrated knowledge of critical applied health research, social determinants of health, health, health equity or closely related areas of study
• Demonstrated knowledge of quantitative methodological approach and study design
• Superior writing skills and knowledge of the publication process with demonstrated expertise leading and contributing to peer-review publications
  Advanced level skill in qualitative and quantitative data analysis
• Well-organized and flexible with the ability to work in a fluid and evolving work environment with changing deadlines and priorities and able to meet deadlines with solid judgement and ethical conduct including the ability to maintain confidentiality, tact, and discretion
• Ability to work independently as well as cooperatively and collaboratively in a team environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with an ability to develop effective, professional, mutually beneficially relationships with varied stakeholders (e.g. academics, students, service providers, policy makers)
• Advanced skills in software and applications used to produce and analyze research outcomes (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite, NVivo, SPSS, use of social media)

##Why Western?

Western offers a broad and exciting variety of part-time and temporary employment opportunities with ample room for job exploration and growth. Within our beautiful campus, you are part of a progressive work environment that promotes work/life balance including access to our state-of-the-art recreation centre. Apply for an opportunity to be part of the Western community and contribute to its success!

##Applying at Western

To ensure that your application is given full consideration, please complete all relevant sections of the application. In addition, you can choose to supplement your application with a cover letter and current resume.

Consideration of applicants will include an assessment of previous performance, experience, and qualifications. Applicants should have oral communication skills in English.

##Western Values Diversity

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources or phone 519-661-2194.

##Please Note:

This role is expected to be filled by an internal reappointment.