Research Assistant (NEIHR)

Research Assistant (NEIHR)

Indigenous Health Research (Saskatchewan) program

Regina Campus

The First Nations University of Canada (FNUniv) allows students of all nations to learn in an environment of First Nations cultures and values. The University continues to uphold its mission of enhancing the quality of life and preserving, protecting, and interpreting First Nations people's history, language, culture, and artistic heritage. FNUniv is a unique learning place specializing in Indigenous knowledge and providing post-secondary education for Indigenous and non-Indigenous students within a culturally supportive environment.  

The First Nations University of Canada is a federated college of the University of Regina, and its academic programs are accredited through that institution. 

FNUniv’s values include wisdom, respect, humility, sharing, harmony, beauty, strength, and spirituality. 

First Nations University of Canada invites applicants for the position of Research Assistant for the research project, “Comparative Analysis of Birth and Death Time Series in Indigenous and Non-Indigenous Populations in Canadian Provinces and The Effect of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Them”. The project is supported by the Canadian Institute of Health Research within The Network Environments for Indigenous Health Research (Saskatchewan) program.

Duties:

• Assist in literature reviews and background research
• Develop abstracts of collected literature
• Assist in facilitating interviews with Indigenous Elders
• Transcribe interviews
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled as a student at a Canadian University at senior level or graduate student (preferable)
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Word and Excel
• Previous research experience (preferred but not required)
• Respect for confidentiality and sensitivity in handling sacred and traditional information.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply online at www.fnuniv.ca.  

Closing Date: December 9, 2024

We would like to thank you for your interest and to all those that applied; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The First Nations University of Canada relies on section 48 of The Saskatchewan Human Rights Code to give preference in employment for this position.  Please indicate your status in your cover letter or resume.

Questions regarding this opportunity can be directed by email at humanresources@firstnationsuniversity.ca We wish to express our appreciation to all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position.  However, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.