Research Assistant_ INCA_030-451

First Nations University of Canada; Regina; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The First Nations University of Canada (FNUniv) in Regina invites applications for a Research Assistant in the Indigenous Communication and Arts INCA Media Lab. You will research, record, edit, and post stories for journalism and digital storytelling, and assist with events and team-based content creation for the Radio Station and INCA website. This 2-term, 4-month position is open to INCA program students; hours are 10–20 per week.

Salary is CAD 25 per hour. Closing date is November 2, 2026.

Qualifications

• This position is only available to students registered in one of INCA’s program, including the diploma, the degree, or the certificate.

Responsibilities

• Research stories, interview subjects, background information, and content for journalism and media projects.
• Support research projects through journalism, podcasts, and digital storytelling.
• Assist with academic research projects, including journalism ethics, journalism and AI, and other related topics.
• Create academic literature reviews and assist with literature searches.
• Work on research projects, including journalism ethics, journalism and AI, as well as other special topics, including online and in-person projects.
• Meet weekly with the supervisor.

Job description

Research Assistant - INCA

2 Term position - 4 months

Indigenous Communication and Arts

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.

The successful candidate will work in the INCA Media Lab spaces, supporting research projects through journalism, podcasts, and digital storytelling. Students will assist with researching, recording, editing, and posting stories. Students may also attend events to research and cover stories, assist with recruiting, and work in teams to develop research-based content for both the Radio Station and the INCA website.

Duties:

• Research stories, interview subjects, background information, and content for journalism and media projects.
• Support research projects through journalism, podcasts, and digital storytelling.
• Assist with academic research projects, including journalism ethics, journalism and AI, and other related topics.
• Create academic literature reviews and assist with literature searches.
• In addition, research assistants will work on research projects, including journalism ethics, journalism and AI, as well as other special topics. This will include online and in-person projects.
• Successful candidates will be required to meet weekly with their supervisor.

Qualifications:

This position is only available to students registered in one of INCA’s program, including the diploma, the degree, or the certificate.

Salary Range: $25/hr

Hours: Minimum of 10 hours per week. Maximum of 20.

Closing Date: November 2, 2026

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 [e-mail]