Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) is Canada’s only polytechnic university, proudly serving the South Fraser region for more than 40 years. With campuses in Surrey, Richmond, Langley, and Cloverdale, KPU is deeply connected to the communities it serves and to the diverse cultures, backgrounds, and lived experiences of its students. Through academic excellence, applied learning, innovation, and strong industry and community partnerships, KPU prepares students for meaningful futures.

We are honoured to carry the name of the Kwantlen First Nation and are committed to equity, inclusion, reconciliation, and respectful relationships. Asma Sayed, Canada Research Chair in South Asian Literary and Cultural Studies. This is a part-time position for a Research Assistant to work with and report to Canada Research Chair, Dr.

Asma Sayed, on a number of research and writing projects based on South Asian literature and cinema. A major or minor in English, Creative Writing, Asian Studies, Film Studies, Social Justice will be given preference. Knowledge of South Asian languages such as Hindi, Gujarati, Punjabi, Urdu, etc. is an asset.

Collaborating with the Research Associate and supporting them Researching/Locating, collating, and annotating key literature Research, editing and typing of academic journal articles and books Develop and maintain files on issues related to the current project Conduct library and online research as required Assist with photocopying, typing, filing, and overall organization of materials Supporting with writing, citations, and document layout Support with revising, editing,



and analyzing written pieces Amplifying research findings and other relevant details through social media Qualified candidates will have an interest in and/or knowledge of South Asian literature and cinema, and social justice issues Strong writing and communication skills Experience with researching, writing, editing Ability to follow direction with minimal supervision Ability to use MS Office tools including databases for tracking or qualitative and/or quantitative studies Good interpersonal, organization, research skills As a part of our total rewards offerings, KPU also offers extended health and dental perks, healthcare spending account, generous vacation package, defined pension plan, parenthood top-up, sick leave, long-term disability, life insurance, professional development days, tuition waiver, inhouse training & development, inter-campus transportation, and more!

Anticipated hourly pay rate: $22-$27 Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part-time.

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University welcomes and encourages applications from equity deserving groups and diverse experiences including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community.

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📌 Research Assistant, Office of Equity and Inclusive Communities - Competition ID: 4790 (Vancouver)
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