About Western

Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth. We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an chance to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.

About Us

The CSSL is the authoritative source for Canadian severe convective storms data and research. Projects under the CSSL umbrella include the Northern Tornadoes Project, the Northern Hail Project and the new Northern Mesonet Project. We undertake the collection of data, documentation of events, and pursuit of research that enhances our understanding of severe convective storms and their impacts, and allows the development of innovative techniques and tools.

The CSSL develops climatologies of warm-season severe weather (tornadoes, downbursts / derechos, damaging hail, flash floods) that inform risk analysis and community resiliency, improving the safety and well-being of Canadians. We also make our data and analyses available to both decision makers and the public, and participate in various outreach activities, in order to increase awareness and spark innovation.

Responsibilities

The NHP Research Support will be responsible for carrying out research functions in collaboration with principal investigators, staff, and students.



This role will analyse hailstone aerodynamics through an embedded IMU and hailstone meltwater chemical analysis. It will also contribute to development of a continuous waveform radar for detecting hailstone fall speeds.

Qualifications

Education:

- Community College Diploma OR Undergraduate Degree in progress

Experience:

- 1 year of work experience supporting research in a related technical field

Skills, Abilities & Expertise:

- Familiarity with experimental design and analysis
- Detail-oriented with an ability to function and process information with high levels of accuracy
- Ability to follow processes with high attention to detail
- Ability to employ a systematic and efficient approach to work
- Computer skills with the ability to learn and use software programs
- Basic computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite
- Personable and courteous in working relationships with colleagues, students and the public
- Ability to collect and analyze data in an objective manner
- Demonstrated ability to understand and resolve issues
- Ability to work independently and effectively as a member of the team to achieve department goals

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 (phone hidden).

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.

📌 NHP Research Support (Canada)
🏢 Western University
📍 Canada