CUPE - Fall 2026 - Research Assistant - A.Salyzyn - CML

University of Ottawa; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 47,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Ottawa invites applications for a Research Assistant (CUPE) based at Main Campus. The role involves drafting a new legal scenario and supporting the program’s uptake in schools under faculty supervision.

Applicants must be enrolled in a JD or graduate program in the Faculty of Law, and English proficiency is required. Compensation includes hourly rates of CAD 33.83 to CAD 53.31 for Sept 2026–Aug 2027, with CUPE 2626 terms and potential contract extension into 2027.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in a JD or graduate program at the Faculty of Law.
• Previous experience working with youth in educational settings is an asset.
• Language requirements: English.
• Vaccination policy and training requirements as per University guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Drafting a new legal scenario for use in the program’s modules.
• Supporting uptake in schools.

Skills

Enrolled JD or graduate program

Experience with youth in educational

English language required

Education

JD or graduate program enrollment

Job description

Posting Information

• Posting Reason: New Position
• Location where work is to be performed: Main Campus
• Session: 2026 Fall Semester | Trimestre d'automne
• Faculty: Section de Common Law / Common Law Section Unit: Common Law _ST
• Job Classification: Research Assistant (CUPE)
• Posting Type: Recherche / Research
• Course Title: N/A
• Course Code: N/A
• Supervisor name (if known):
• Date Posted (YYYY/MM/DD): 2026/10/21
• Application deadline: 2026/11/05

Program Overview

The program helps students learn about access to justice and the risks and benefits of technological solutions for addressing the public’s legal needs. More information about the program is available https://ojen.ca/en/resource/apps-for-justice-program/.

Tasks and Hours

The tasks and hours allocation will be defined and negotiated with the supervising professor prior to work commencement. The anticipated work includes:

• Drafting a new legal scenario for use in the program’s modules.
• Supporting uptake in schools.

Compensation

Hourly Rate: AE-RA-Tuteur / TA-RA-Tutor : $33.83 or $53.31 (Sept. 2026 - Aug. 2027). Undergraduate students will be paid at the lower rate; graduate students at the higher rate. These rates do not include vacation pay nor statutory pay.

Contract and Working Dates

Work Start Date: novembre 11, 2026
Work End Date: décembre 31, 2026
Total Work Hours: 60
Contract is meant to be extended until April 30, 2027.

Eligibility & Requirements

• Must be currently enrolled in a JD or graduate program at the Faculty of Law.
• Previous experience working with youth in educational settings is an asset.
• Language requirements: English.
• Prior to May 1, 2022, the University required all students, faculty, staff, and visitors (including contractors) to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 as defined in Policy 129 – Covid-19 Vaccination. This policy was suspended effective May 1, 2022 but may be reinstated at any point in the future depending on public health guidelines and the recommendations of experts.

Policies & Compliance

• The hiring process will be governed by the CUPE 2626 collective agreement.
• Applicants must successfully complete all mandatory legislated training offered by the University. The list of training requirements may be modified by provincial law.
• Health and Wellness sector of Human Resources may be consulted if needed.
• Applicants with disabilities may contact the academic unit to communicate the accommodation need.
• If you are invited to continue the selection process, please notify us of any particular adaptive measures you might require.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

The University embraces diversity and inclusion and is committed to employment equity. We foster a culture of respect, teamwork and inclusion. We welcome applications from Indigenous persons, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women and LGBTQIA2S+ persons. The University is committed to creating and maintaining an accessible, barrier-free work environment. The University also commits to working with applicants with disabilities requesting accommodation during the recruitment, assessment and selection processes.

Company Culture & Benefits

The University of Ottawa is the largest bilingual (English-French) university in the world. Located at the heart of Canada’s capital, we have ready access to the great institutions of our country. Our advances in social sciences, health, engineering, science and the humanities make uOttawa a unique place to learn, grow and excel. We aspire to employ staff fully representing the diversity of Canada’s population. We offer a generous pay and benefits package that includes a competitive salary, a defined benefit pension plan, group insurance coverage and an employee and family assistance program.