Research Assistant

The Muslim Association of Canada; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Muslim Association of Canada is seeking a Research Assistant to support curriculum development by conducting research and organizing information to help design and improve educational materials.

You will work with a team of curriculum specialists and subject matter experts to ensure accuracy, relevance, and alignment with organizational standards. Strong analytical abilities and collaboration skills are essential in this role.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail are required.
• Ability to collaborate with team members and subject matter experts.
• Experience organizing information for curriculum development preferred.

Responsibilities

• Research, review, and organize literature and models for curriculum trends, educational standards, and best practices.
• Analyze existing curricula to identify areas for improvement and enhancement, if needed.
• Collect and analyze feedback from educators, students, and stakeholders to inform curriculum design.
• Maintain organized records of research findings, drafts, and revisions.
• Support the alignment of curriculum content with MAC’s goals, standards, and frameworks.
• Collaborate with the team and subject experts to ensure accuracy and relevance.
• Assist senior researchers and curriculum specialists in project planning and execution.
• Assist the team in resource development.
• Assist the team with basic data collection, input, analysis, and other tasks.
• Ensure adherence to deadlines and quality standards in all deliverables.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the manager.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Job description

The Research Assistant supports curriculum development initiatives by conducting research, organizing information, and contributing to the design and improvement of educational materials. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively with team members and subject matter experts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Research, review, and organize literature and models for curriculum trends, educational standards, and best practices.
• Analyze existing curricula to identify areas for improvement and enhancement, if needed.
• Collect and analyze feedback from educators, students, and stakeholders to inform curriculum design.
• Maintain organized records of research findings, drafts, and revisions.
• Support the alignment of curriculum content with MAC’s goals, standards, and frameworks.
• Collaborate with the team and subject experts to ensure accuracy and relevance.
• Assist senior researchers and curriculum specialists in project planning and execution.
• Assist the team in resource development.
• Assist the team with basic data collection, input, analysis, and other tasks.
• Ensure adherence to deadlines and quality standards in all deliverables.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the manager.