Applications are to be received by: 4:30 p.m. on October 2, 2026

Classification: Research Assistant II

Employee Group: PSAC

Job Title: Research Assistant

Department: Francophone Studies & Languages, Faculty of Arts

Wage or Salary: 18.41/hour

Number of Hours to Work: 44 hours

Start Date: October 15, 2026

Number of Positions available: 1

End Date of Employment: August 31, 2027

Course title and number (if applicable): NA

Date Issued: September 21, 2026

Qualifications/Experience

Skillset

Comfort reading academic materials in French and working with bilingual research sources

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, particularly for managing bibliographies, datasets, and research documentation

Ability to conduct basic academic research, including locating and evaluating scholarly sources

Ability to synthesize scholarly sources and contribute to short literature reviews

Proficiency with basic digital tools (word processing, spreadsheets, and file management)

Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and follow research instructions

Key Duties





To assemble and expand bibliographies To compile datasets organized by different relevant categories To gather and enter data To produce annotated literature reviews To document research progress To complete routine computations, word processing, and printing and filing tasks to support consistent data management To perform other relevant duties assigned.

To Apply

Send a 1-page cover letter in French as well as a CV to Dr. Dominique Hétu ([email protected]) no later than Friday, October 2, 2026.

Brandon University is committed to equity, welcomes diversity, and hires on the basis of merit. All qualified individuals who may contribute to the diversification of the University, especially women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, racialized persons, and persons of all sexual orientations and genders are encouraged to apply.

Canadian citizens and permanent residents are given priority. Evidence of citizenship must be provided. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment. This starts with the hiring process.

If you require an accommodation during any phase of the evaluation process, please advise HR at [email protected]. All information received related to an accommodation is kept confidential. To ensure this employment prospect is accessible to all interested individuals, this posting is available in an alternate format upon request.

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