Research Assistant

University of Ottawa•Ottawa, ON

13d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Research Assistant for the Doing Social Research website and podcast. The role involves identifying potential funding sources, investigating collaborative partnerships, and developing website content related to qualitative research methods, with a particular emphasis on Institutional Ethnography and qualitative interviewing. The assistant will also review and suggest improvements to existing website content. The academic year runs from September 1 to August 31. Undergraduate students will be paid at a lower rate than graduate students. These rates do not include vacation or statutory pay and will be applied until a new collective agreement is ratified, with retroactivity paid after ratification. All University of Ottawa employees must complete mandatory legislated training. Applicants requiring adaptive measures during the selection process should notify the university. The hiring process will follow the CUPE 2626 collective agreement. The University of Ottawa values diversity, inclusion, and employment equity, welcoming applications from qualified Indigenous persons, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women, and LGBTQIA2S+ persons. The University is committed to providing an accessible, barrier-free work environment and will provide accommodation during the recruitment process. A previous policy required full vaccination against Covid-19, which was suspended but may be reinstated.

Requirements

Current doctoral student in Sociology or Feminist and Gender Studies
Demonstrated expertise in Institutional Ethnography
Proven experience preparing successful funding applications, grant proposals, or advocacy materials for academic, community, or non-profit organizations.
Demonstrated experience identifying and cultivating collaborative relationships with stakeholders in academic, community, or media settings.
Established knowledge of, and networks within, the University of Ottawa and/or the broader Ottawa research community.
Familiarity with podcasting, digital media production, or knowledge mobilization initiatives.
Excellent research, writing, organizational, and communication skills in English.
Ability to work independently, exercise initiative, and synthesize information into concise and actionable recommendations.

Responsibilities

Identify potential sources of funding to support the continued development of the Doing Social Research website and podcast, including internal University of Ottawa funding opportunities, Faculty of Social Sciences initiatives, and external grants or sponsorship opportunities.
Investigate potential collaborative partnerships with podcast networks, media organizations, and other relevant knowledge mobilization platforms that could provide technical, editorial, or promotional support.
Prepare a concise report summarizing findings and recommendations.
Develop website content related to qualitative research methods, with particular emphasis on Institutional Ethnography and qualitative interviewing.
Review existing website content to suggest improvements to organization, formatting, and accessibility and to provide recommendations for future content.