Research Assistants - Winter 2026

University of Regina; Saskatchewan; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A post-secondary educational institution in Canada seeks up to two Research Assistants for Winter 2026 to support projects on eye movement research, creativity, and more. Ideal candidates will have knowledge of Unity, Godot, GitHub, and experience with statistical software. The position is casual, up to 10 hours per week, starting January through April 2026. The University encouraged a diverse workplace and welcomes applications from qualified individuals from various backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable knowledge of Unity and Godot (C# version).
• Experience with MySQL and SPSS or similar statistical software.
• Knowledge of quantitative research methods.

Responsibilities

• Assist on projects relating to eye movement research and creativity.
• Work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary environment.

Skills

Knowledge of Unity

Knowledge of Godot (C# version)

Familiarity with GitHub

Experience with MySQL

Experience with SPSS or similar software

Knowledge of quantitative research methods

Experience in data collection

Ability to work in a team

Job description

Research Assistants - Winter 2026

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Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, and the work associated with this position must be performed within Canada.

Position Details

Posting Summary: Competition Number 20252218SS

Position Title: Research Assistants - Winter 2026

Faculty/Department: Faculty of Arts, Unit Arts-English, Employee Group CUPE 2419 & CUPE 5791

Job Family: Category Student

Number of Vacancies: 2

Position Summary: The IMPACT Lab (Interactive Media, Poetics, Aesthetics, Cognition, and Technology) seeks up to two Research Assistants to work on projects relating to eye movement research and creativity, improvisation, point of care ultrasound, mathematical cognition, and disability. Research assistants work in a collaborative interdisciplinary environment.

Position Requirements: Applicants must have demonstrable knowledge of Unity, Godot (C# version), and GitHub. Experience with MySQL, SPSS or similar statistical software, Tobii Pro software, knowledge of quantitative research methods and experience in data collection are assets. Must be able to work in a team environment.

Physical Demands: Pay Grade As Per CUPE 2419

Salary Range: As per CUPE 2419

Employment Status: Casual

Work Hours: The positions are up to 10 hours per week per RA.

Course Modality: Full Time/Part Time Casual Preference. Course Dates and Time: January-April 2026. Duration: (if Term/Temporary).

Posting No Preference Target: Not Targeted

Job Open Date: 12/10/2025, Job Close Date: 12/17/2025, Open Until Filled

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.

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• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
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