Research Assistant

University of Ottawa•Ottawa, ON

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the lead professor, the student will participate in the research activities of a project focused on the development of an Anicinape ethical framework and the establishment of a community-based ethics commission. The student will contribute to the review and analysis of both academic and grey literature, the organization and preparation of participatory research activities (focus groups, interviews, and community meetings), the processing and qualitative analysis of research data as well as the preparation of analytical summaries and working documents. The student will also assist in the development of research tools, the preparation of documents intended for community partners and the coordination activities required to advance the project in accordance with ethical principles for conducting research in Indigenous contexts.

Requirements

High level of autonomy
Strong organizational skills
Cultural sensitivity to Indigenous realities
Ability to communicate information in a clear and inclusive manner

Responsibilities

Participate in research activities of a project focused on the development of an Anicinape ethical framework and the establishment of a community-based ethics commission.
Contribute to the review and analysis of both academic and grey literature.
Organize and prepare participatory research activities (focus groups, interviews, and community meetings).
Process and qualitatively analyze research data.
Prepare analytical summaries and working documents.
Assist in the development of research tools.
Prepare documents intended for community partners.
Coordinate activities required to advance the project in accordance with ethical principles for conducting research in Indigenous contexts.