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Western University —London, ON
- $38 an hour
- Temporary
- Doctoral degree
- English
- Research
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Research Associate

Western University -
London, ON

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Job details

Temporary | Part-time | Contract | Fixed term contract
$38 an hour
1 day ago

Qualifications

Doctoral degree
English
Research
Supervising experience
Presentation skills
Data management
Information processing
Data collection
Communication skills

Full job description

About Western

With an international reputation for success, Western ranks as one of Canada's top research-intensive universities. Our research excellence expands knowledge and drives discovery with real-world application. Western also provides an exceptional employment experience, offering competitive salaries, a wide range of employment opportunities and one of Canada's most beautiful campuses.

About Us

Western's School of Occupational Therapy believes in the transformative power of occupation. Through a commitment to social justice, social inclusion, and health and well being, faculty members and students engage in teaching, research and learning that creates positive change locally, nationally and internationally.

Teaching and research in the School of Occupational Therapy is enhanced through a network of international and interprofessional collaborations that broadens the understanding of occupation and motivates students impact the world at individual and societal levels.

Western's School of Occupational Therapy is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of occupational therapy and occupational science to create and enact transformational research that benefits society and improves the lives of individuals, families and communities from local to international levels.

Responsibilities

The Research Associate will serve as the primary day-to-day research lead for a community-engaged qualitate research project in collaboration with community partners and older adults from equity-deserving populations. Working under the general direction of a principle investigator, the incumbent will independently coordinate and oversee the implementation of the research project from ethics approval through data collection, analysis, knowledge translation and dissemination.

The research associate will be responsible for translating the research protocol into an organized and effective study workflow and will independently manage the day-to-day operational requirements of the project. This will include coordinating research activities across multiple project phases, identifying and resolving barriers to project progress, monitoring timelines and deliverables, and proactively communicating emerging issues to the principal investigator and the research team.

Qualifications

Education:

PhD or equivalent Advanced Research training in a relevant discipline

Experience:

minimum of 3 years of progressively responsible experience in an academic, health, community or applied resesarch environment
Demonstrated experience independently coordinating and implementing qualitative research projects
Experience training, supervising or providing guidance to research assistants
Demonstrated experience conducting qualitative research, including experience with focus groups, interviews, photovoice, participatory research or other community engaged research methods
Demonstrated experience working with equity-deserving populations and an understanding of the social and structural factors that influence health
Experience preparing research reports, presentations, manuscripts, conference abstracts or other scholarly materials

Skills, Abilities & Expertise:

Experience supporting the revision and preparation of ethics application materials, study protocols, participant-facing documents, and other research-related materials
Ability to coordinate the day-to-day activities of a community-based participatory photovoice research project
Demonstrated ability in supporting participant recruitment, communication, and engagement throughout the study, including coordinating with participants and the research team between sessions and preparing meeting materials and presentations
Advanced skills in qualitative data management and analysis software and other research-related software and applications
Demonstrated ability to translate research findings into accessible and meaningful materials for diverse audiences
Strong understanding of equity, diversity, inclusion, and the social and structural factors that influence health, participation, and well-being
Demonstrated working knowledge of relevant scientific/research principles
Stong written and verbal communication skills to describe technical concepts effectively to both novice and sophisticated users, and to complete detailed analytics and reports
Ability to provide solutions and ideas for improvement by using imaginative approaches where constructive thinking and innovation are required

- Detail-oriented with an ability to function and process information with high levels of accuracy- Familiarity with University research policies and practices

Ability to adhere to legislated safety requirements and Western safety policies
Commitment to ongoing professional development with a desire to take on new challenges
Ability to multi-task and maintain an organized and effective personal work environment
Ability to work in a fluid and evolving work environment with changing deadlines and priorities
Ability to work independently and maintain direction and focus through proactive planning and organized approaches to work
Proven ability and natural inclination to develop relationships by interacting with people in a professional, respectful and diplomatic manner
Ability to work independently and effectively as a member of the team to achieve department goals
Demonstrated ability to research/investigate issues and resolve problems

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 position is an existing vacancy. This position is fully in-person, on-site. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

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