Student Assistant - Learning Resource Centre - Faculty of Nursing

Competition Number:
129S24
Position Type:
Student Position
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
Faculty of Nursing
Position:
Student Assistant - Learning Resource Centr
Contract:
Hours of Work:
Up to 20 hours per week 
Salary:

$17.60 per hour, plus 4% vacation pay

Term:

December 1, 2024 - July 31, 2025

The Learning Resource Centre is seeking applicants for the student assistant position. This position reports to the Learning Resource Centre (LRC) Coordinator and will assist the Clinical Nursing Instructors in the Learning Resource Centre.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Duties include:
  • Tutoring students
  • Assisting students with resources
  • Organizing supplies and equipment
  • Setting up equipment for specific labs
  • Returning equipment to the storage area following lab
  • Cleaning and equipment maintenance, word processing
  • Literature searches
  • Photocopying, and filing
  • Some lifting at times (assisting with transferring manikins and moving other pieces of equipment)

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Current UPEI student enrolled in their first or second year of the nursing program
  • Ability to work flexible hours. Hours will vary depending on program demands in the Learning Resource Centre (day and evening shifts)
  • Demonstrated critical thinking ability, initiative, and good organizational skills.
  • Flexibility, ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • The ability to accurately follow instruction and attention to detail are important skills in this position
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills also required

Application Instructions:

Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link below.

If you are unable to apply online, you can drop off your resume to the Human Resources Department, Kelley Building, University of Prince Edward Island, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3, Fax Number 902-894-2895.

UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. If you require accommodation in any part of the process, please direct your inquiries, in confidence, to our HR Officer, hrofficer@upei.ca. Applications will not be accepted via email.

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