Apply gerontology knowledge to Psychology research with older adults in Manitoba. This Research Assistant III appointment centers on social connection and Age-Friendly Communities.

At Brandon University, the successful candidate will support a larger SSHRC-funded project focused on Age-Friendly Communities in Manitoba. Responsibilities include organizing and running focus groups with primarily French-speaking adults aged 50 and older, liaising with Manitoba organizations, and completing transcription. Research may address social connection in French Canadians, alongside other relevant assigned duties.

Key Responsibilities:

- Support research concerning Age-Friendly Communities in Manitoba
- Organize and conduct focus groups with older adults
- Coordinate communication with Manitoba organizations




- Complete transcription for project activities
- Investigate social connection among French Canadians

Requirements:

- Knowledge or experience working with older adults
- Understanding of gerontology, the study of older adulthood
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Robust organizational skills and bilingual English-French communication
- TCPS-2: CORE ethics training completion

Bring gerontology, bilingual communication, and research experience to Psychology projects involving older Manitoba adults and community connections.

📌 Gerontology Research Assistant Manitoba (Brandon)
🏢 Brandon University
📍 Brandon