Student Research Assistant (Up To 2 Positions) - Department of Sociology and Anthropology - Faculty of Arts

Competition Number:
152S24
Position Type:
Student Position
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
Department of Sociology and Anthropology - Faculty of Arts
Position:
Student Research Assistant (Up To 2 Positions)
Contract:
Hours of Work:
Up to 4.5 hours per week 
Salary:

$16.00 per hour, plus 4% vacation pay

Term:

ASAP – January 31, 2025

Two undergraduate students are required on a short-term basis for assistance in the preparation of two SSHRC Grants which must be submitted on February 1, 2025.  The SSHRC Connections Grant will benefit from assistance from two undergraduate students.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Assist in compiling bibliographies and undertaking basic research on the research project themes Assisting with at least one of the above lab sections for the duration of the semester
  • Organize abstracts and other material and budgets for inclusion in the application
  • Involved in other application-related tasks as the applications develop

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Must be a current UPEI student in good standing
  • Strong interest in learning about the different aspects of research
  • Excellent work habits
  • Attention to detail in tasks such as creating bibliographies

Priority will be given to University of Prince Edward Island students in accordance with Recruitment, Selection, Hiring and Employment Policies and the Procedures manual.

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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