About Western

With an international reputation for success, Western ranks as one of Canada's top research-intensive universities. Our research excellence expands knowledge and drives discovery with real-world application. Western also provides an exceptional employment experience, offering competitive salaries, a wide range of employment opportunities and one of Canada's most beautiful campuses.

About Us

Western University’s mission is to be a destination of choice for the world's brightest minds seeking the best learning experience at a leading Canadian research university. The Office of the President provides leadership and direction that enables the University’s faculties and support units to achieve their strategic goals and objectives.

Responsibilities

The Research Assistant will support the "Western x Change" initiative, which engages with executives and experts on consequential issues such as economic sovereignty, AI and demographics. The role will assist with background research; preparing for, participating in, and documenting interviews and cohort sessions; synthesizing interview and documentary material; and helping develop and revise Briefing and Debriefing Documents. The Research Assistant may also assist with coordinating travel and organizing meetings for the research team.

Qualifications

Education:

- Undergraduate degree in a relevant area of focus

Experience:

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

Skills, Abilities & Expertise:

- Detail-oriented with an ability to function and process information with high levels of accuracy
- Ability to employ a systematic and efficient approach to work
- Personable and courteous in working relationships with colleagues,



students and the public
- Ability to collect and analyze data in an objective manner
- Familiarity with regulations and guidelines governing research
- Familiarity with methods for research design, implementation, and analysis
- Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to work independently and effectively as a member of the team to achieve research goals

Expected hours
Up to 15 hours per week initially, beginning in November, with workload varying across the cohort cycle. Hours and scheduling will be established based on project needs and the successful candidate’s availability.

Location
The role will involve in-person work in Toronto, including attendance at interviews and cohort sessions. The frequency and extent of this requirement will depend on how the work and role evolve. Desk research, analysis and writing can be performed remotely.

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, in office. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

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