Research Assistant - Gender, Religion and Critical Studies

University of Regina; Remote; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Canada is seeking a Research Assistant for online class development. The role involves supporting the syllabus creation and researching materials for WGST 200: Feminisms. The ideal candidate will be currently enrolled in a Masters or PhD program with a focus on feminist and trans studies, possessing strong communication skills and knowledge in feminist history. This part-time position requires 5-10 hours weekly, taking place from January to August 2026, offering a unique opportunity to contribute to women's studies education.

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in a feminist and trans theoretical Masters or PhD program.
• Knowledge of online course development and syllabus compilation.

Responsibilities

• Support syllabus development for WGST 200.
• Research materials for individual classes.
• Liaise with the online course development team.

Skills

Experience with (online) teaching

Significant experience with feminist history and theory

Extensive knowledge of trans and queer theory

General interest in social theory

Excellent research and communication skills

Education

Currently enrolled in a Masters or PhD program

Preference for students enrolled in WGST with MA in WGST

Job description

Research Assistant - Gender, Religion and Critical Studies

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Position Details

Position Summary

We are seeking a research assistant who will support the development of WGST 200 (Feminisms: Feminist Theories and Knowledge), which will be an online class. The person will assist with the development of the syllabus, research for individual classes, and compiling materials in the online framework. They will also liaise with the online course development team.

Position Requirements

Qualifications and background: the person should be currently enrolled in a Masters or PhD program with a feminist and trans theoretical and methodological basis. Preference for students enrolled in WGST with MA in WGST.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with (online) teaching


• Significant experience with feminist history and theory


• Extensive knowledge of trans and queer theory


• General interest in social theory


• Teaching experience in WGST beneficial but not required


• Excellent research and communication skills

Physical Demands

Those of a desk job

Pay Grade

As Per CUPE 2419

Salary Range

As per CUPE 2419 Collective Agreement

Status

Term

Work Hours

5-10 hours per week

Course Modality

Online Course

Course Dates and Time for classes in Winter 2027

January 1 - August 31, 2026

Duration (if Term/Temporary)

January 1 - August 31, 2026

Term

Full-Time/Part-Time Part Time Preference

Contact Information

Dr. Randal Rogers
[e-mail]

Job Open Date

12/18/2025

Job Close Date

12/24/2025

Diversity Statement

The University of Regina is committed to an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the community that we serve. The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including individuals within the University’s employment equity categories of women, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, individuals of diverse gender and sexual orientation and all groups protected by the Human Rights Code.

Reference Letter

Reference Letter Minimum References Maximum References

Supplemental Questions

• Are you a current University of Regina student?
  
  
  
  • Yes
  
  
  • No
  
  
  
  


• What is your major?
  

  (Open Ended Question)

  
  

Documents Required

Required Documents

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae


• Cover Letter

Optional Documents