Research Associates:

Under the general direction of, and in collaboration with researchers and faculty members, positions at this level apply extensive knowledge in their field to perform high-level, complex research activities, and will normally hold a Master’s degree. Individuals with training beyond a Master’s degree who have limited experience may also be appointed into this classification level.

Position Overview:

The employee will contribute to completing a study of the socio-economic benefits of inland freshwater fishing in Manitoba and Saskatchewan, funded by Indigenous Services Canada (ISC). The employee will be expected to gather existing responses to a survey the research team has designed, inputting them into a database, collecting additional responses from individuals in partner communities, conduct literature reviews, and organize community visits. Some travel may be required.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Recruit research participants.
• Transcribe audio recordings and input paper-based responses for completed interviews.
• Conduct high-level and complex academic research and literature searches.
• Collect and manage research data.
• Organize visits to partner communities.
• Identify and assist in securing funding opportunities.
• Perform other duties, including administrative support, as required or assigned.

Qualifications:

• PhD, or Master’s with equivalent qualifications and experience.
• Experience conducting independent research.
• Experience leading research projects.
• Analytical and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication skills.

Condition(s) of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

Note*: This position is represented by the Public Service Alliance of Canada - Research Capacity Unit.*

Note: The work described in this posting will be conducted remotely and in-person.

The University of Winnipeg is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognizes that a diverse staff and faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research environments, and is essential to academic and institutional excellence. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and encourage women, racialized persons, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ persons to confidentially self-identify at time of application.

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