Research Assistant, Online Parent Survey on Environmental Activities with Young Children, Department of Education “Work Study Program”

Job Description

Job title: Research Assistant, Online Parent Survey on Environmental Activities with Young Children, Department of Education “Work Study Program”

Company: University of Winnipeg

Job description: NOTE: Students must be approved for the 2024-25 Work-Study program in order to be hired for this position. The Work-Study Student Application form is available online here:Research Assistants are normally students, in a University of Winnipeg undergraduate program, employed to assist with tasks related to research. Work is performed within defined guidelines and under supervision of a more senior researcher or faculty member.Position Overview:Hiring a research assistant for a study to monitor and manage an online survey for parents about their environmental activities with their young children.Duties:

• The successful candidate will be highly knowledgeable with the google platform.
• Close ongoing monitoring of the incoming online surveys during the active portion of the survey is essential. This will include timely trouble shooting for any technical issues.
• The candidate will also manage the data collection and follow the study protocol for the saving of data for later analysis.
• Strong computer, communication, problem-solving and writing skills are essential.
• At the completion of the data collection, the research assistant with my guidance will assist in analyzing the data.

Qualifications

• The successful candidate will be highly skilled in working with online platforms, particularly in google.
• The ability to work independently with keen attention to the incoming surveys is essential.
• Strong computer, communication, problem-solving and writing skills are essential.
• The candidate will be a 5th year Education student.
• It is essential that the research assistant be able to work independently and productively.
• The candidate will have excellent time management skills and be experienced in organizing and working with detailed information.
• Close monitoring of the website during the active portion of the study is essential.
• The research assistant will maintain regular communication and check-ins with me.

Condition(s) of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Students must be approved for the 2024-25 Work-Study program. Students may be eligible for the Work-Study Program if they meet all of the following criteria:

Currently an undergraduate or graduate student (PACE and ELP students are currently ineligible);Enrolled full-time for the current Fall/Winter session (i.e. at least 18 credit hours or 12 credit hours if registered with Accessibility Services);Completed 24 credit hours at an undergraduate level at the University (or equivalent);Have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0;Have demonstrated financial need (shortage between your expenses and resources)*; andA Canadian citizen, permanent resident, protected person or an international student with a valid study permit.*An application is incomplete if you have put zero resources. As a full-time student, you are expected to have some form of funding source.The period of work will be from ASAP – March 25, 2025 and the estimated total hours of work will be 49 hours.Note: This position is represented by the Public Service Alliance of Canada – Research Capacity Unit.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.The University of Winnipeg is committed to ensuring employment opportunities are accessible for all applicants. If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact human_resources@uwinnipeg.ca.The personal information of applicants is collected under the authority of the University of Winnipeg Act and 36(1)(b) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. All personal information collected via the recruitment process is used to assess the applicant’s suitability, eligibility, and qualifications for employment, and to otherwise support recruitment activities. This information will be provided to participating members of the recruitment process. Questions regarding the collection of your personal information may be directed to the Director, HR Services, 515 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2E9 or human_resources@uwinnipeg.ca.

Location: Winnipeg, MB

Job date: Thu, 21 Nov 2024 06:20:13 GMT