RESEARCH & TECHNICAL ASSISTANT (MARITIME HUMAN FACTORS) (RTP II)

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Job title: RESEARCH & TECHNICAL ASSISTANT (MARITIME HUMAN FACTORS) (RTP II)

Company: Memorial University of Newfoundland

Job description: September 27, 2024R ESEARCH & TECHNICAL ASSISTANT (MARITIME HUMAN FACTORS) (RTP II)School of Maritime Studies Ocean Safety Research Unit (OSRU)Marine Institute(1-year Contractual Position, Part Time – 20 hours per week)The Fisheries and Marine Institute of Memorial University is North America’s most comprehensive marine institute dedicated to education, training, applied research, industrial response and technology transfer in support of oceans industries. The School of Maritime Studies, within the Marine Institute, is involved in a wide variety of education, research, and training for the marine industry. It is seen as one of the most respected centres of marine learning and applied research in the world offering world class expertise and facilities, a multi-disciplinary approach, and strong linkages with industry. It operates a large well-equipped vessel that is available for research.DUTIESThe successful candidate will work within the research unit of the School of Maritime Studies on differing aspects of new technology integration, digitalization, user-centred design or maritime safety as applied to human factors and human performance in the maritime domain. The successful candidate will work closely with the Ocean Safety Research Unit, members of School of Maritime Studies and other sectors of the Marine Institute and Memorial University, including the Engineering and Applies Sciences Department, Offshore Safety & Survival Centre.QUALIFICATIONSThe ideal candidate has a minimum of a Bachelors degree in one of the following fields: engineering, psychology or kinesiology. Msc experience or qualifications is an asset. Previous research experience within the field is required. Working experience in industry is considered an asset. An equivalent combination of experience and training may be considered. The RTP will be responsible for preparing human ethics applications. They will be responsible for data collection and analysis of both qualitative and quantitative data related to human performance.SALARY: $42,073 to $54,634 per annum (pro-rated)(NAPE Local 7405)CLOSING DATE: October 11, 2024COMPETITION NO: MUN02995All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, preference will be given to applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada. Memorial University is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women, people of any sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression; Indigenous peoples; visible minorities and racialized people; and people with disabilities.The personal information requested in your application is collected under the authority of the Memorial University Act (RSNL 1990 c M-7) for the purpose of identifying and recruiting candidates; assessing applicant qualifications; and maintaining records pertaining to the administration of employment with Memorial University of Newfoundland.If you are a successful candidate, this information will form part of your permanent employment record and will be used for other activities related to the employment process. This information may be disclosed to government departments and agencies as legally required; and to third party service providers, as necessary to administer programs and activities.If you have any questions about the collection, use and disclosure of the information on this form, please contact MyHR, Department of Human Resources, at (709) 864-2434.For further information concerning this opportunity, email , or contact the Human Resources Office, Marine Institute, Room E3306C or by telephone at (709) 778-0440.Please be advised that we are unable to provide updates on current competitions.We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Location: Newfoundland and Labrador

Job date: Sat, 28 Sep 2024 23:03:22 GMT